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Explore all the very best London sights in just a few hours, with your own fun local guide to bring the city's stories to life.
If you only have one day in England and want to see the highlights of London, this is the tour for you! Starting at Waterloo Station, it's ideal for Cruise passengers docking in Southampton (direct trains run to Southampton-Waterloo, taking around 90mins).
You'll see Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and so much more. We'll also pass through Borough Market around lunchtime, so you can buy some top British cuisine from local traders.
We keep things fun and informative, and the tour can be tailored to your pace and interests. And if you need to catch a train back to Southampton, we'll make sure you get there!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you at Waterloo Station (for trains from Southampton). We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag, and will also be contactable by Whatsapp/E-mail.
Your tour ends near London Bridge/Tower Bridge, just 10 minutes on the Underground back to Waterloo. Your guide will ensure you get the on time!
Itinerary
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Waterloo Mainline Station (Pass by)
Take the direct train from Southampton to London Waterloo (approx. 1.5hrs). Your tour guide will meet you in the grand main hall of the train station.
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Banksy Tunnel (Pass by)
We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - an ever-changing graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat! This is where the city's top street artists do their work.
Admission ticket free -
London Eye (Pass by)
We'll pass by the iconic big wheel next the River Thames.
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Big Ben (Pass by)
Cross the river the Westminster and stop for a photo with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
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Westminster Abbey (Pass by)
Pass through busy Parliament Square to see the famous statues and take a picture with beautiful Westminster Abbey
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10 Downing Street (Pass by)
Walking up Britain's most famous political street, 'Whitehall', we see numerous grand government buildings and get a peek of Downing Street - home of the Prime Minister.
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Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall (Pass by)
See the iconic King's Life Guard on horseback and walk through the impressive parade ground. This is the official headquarters of the British Army.
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St. James's Park (Pass by)
We stroll through beautiful St. James's Park on our way to the Palace. Here you'll see plants from around the world, surrounding a lake that's home to swans, various types of waterfowl, and even pelicans!
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Buckingham Palace (Pass by)
We'll make a quick photo stop at the home of the King!
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St. James's Palace (Pass by)
We take a little-known walkway to Pall Mall - one of London's richest areas and home to Clarence House and St. James Palace (formerly the primary royal palace, and still a working royal residence today).
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Trafalgar Square (Pass by)
We'll walk through Britain's most famous public square to see Nelson's Column, National Gallery and the beautiful statues and fountains
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Cleopatra's Needle (Pass by)
We make our way back down to the river to see the 3000-year-old Egyptian obelisk. Most tourists miss this! Here, your guide will give you a choice - walk along the river, or take a quick ride on the Underground to our next stop.
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St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)
We'll head into the ancient City of London area - this where the city was founded, and is now one of the world's great financial districts. We'll walk to the huge St. Paul's Cathedral for a close-up look.
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Millennium Bridge (Pass by)
We walk south and cross the river again using the walkway known locally as "Wobbly Bridge" (Harry Potter fans might recognise this!)
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass by)
Our route continues along the vibrant South Bank of the Thames, passing by the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on our way.
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Borough Market (Pass by)
Next, we'll enter London's most famous food market - operating for over 1,000 years! If you're hungry, you can take a break here to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
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London Bridge (Pass by)
Cross London Bridge, where the Romans first crossed over 2,000 years ago.
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The Monument to the Great Fire of London (Pass by)
We'll make a quick stop at this towering memorial to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
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London Wall (Pass by)
We'll pass through our favourite secret London park on our way to see one of the last remaining sections of the city's original Roman walls.
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Tower of London (Pass by)
Our route takes us around the outer wall of the 900-year-old Tower of London!
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Tower Bridge (Pass by)
A real must-do experience.... Our final stretch takes us across the iconic Tower Bridge! If you have time to spare, this is a good place to grab a drink and relax by the river. Waterloo Station is only 10 minutes away on the Underground from nearby London Bridge Station, and your guide will show you exactly where you need to go when you're ready.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please be aware that this tour involves quite a lot of walking. It may not be suitable of you have very low fitness or mobility issues.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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