London Legal District Private Walking Tour

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience the living history of English law on this private walking tour. We’ll visit some of London’s most important legal landmarks. Perfect for lawyers, law students, and anyone with an interest in justice, courts and constitutional history. Bring the story of the law to life. We begin at the Royal Courts of Justice, masterpiece of Victorian Gothic architecture and a powerful symbol of 19th-century British justice. We explore the historic Inns of Court, home to barristers for over 600 years. See Temple Church, famous for its links to the Knights Templar, centuries of legal tradition, and Magna Carta, foundation of the rule of law. We also see the Central Criminal Court (The Old Bailey) and learn about some famous cases tried there. Whether you are a legal professional, a fan of Rumpole of the Bailey, or simply curious about how The Law and The City shaped each other, this unique London law tour offers a rich, engaging experience in the heart of legal history.
Closed public holidays

What's Included

Private Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet outside the main entrance to the Royal Courts of Justice, on a street called The Strand. It's a large imposing court building. The guide will be holding a sign with the name of the tour written on it.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Royal Courts of Justice

    We will do the interior of the Royal Courts building (subject to availability on the day).

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Lincoln's Inn (Pass by)

    Largest of the historic Inns of Court, we will walk through the area.

    Admission ticket free
  • Old Bailey (Pass by)

    This is the Central Criminal Court. We will see it from the outside and talk about it's history and some famous cases that have been heard there.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Inner Temple

    We will visit the Inner Temple and Middle Temple and walk through the gardens. We will see Temple Church and may go inside if it's available.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    The Old Bank of England Pub

    The tour ends at an old historic City of London pub, right next to where we started. A single beer or soft drink per person is included.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by London History Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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