Secrets of the Square Mile - Small Group Guided Walking Tour

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2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour is given by a qualified tour guide and historian, who also identifies as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. The guide is also used to work in this area and so knows the area extremely well!

What's Included

History

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
TSB Bank

The tour will begin from the courtyard next to the church.

End point
Gough Square

In front of the Dr Johnson Museum.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Mary Le Bow Church

    The second ost expensive church to be built in the City after st Pauls Cathedral: the sound of the bells have inspired generations of Londoners, and define what it is to be a cockney. Hear about Sir Christopher Wren's novel utilisation of what was here before that provided a stable foundation for this magnificent church.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Postman's Park

    A pleasant little churchyard which hides a gruesome secret, and a century ago was an oasis of calm for the workers next door.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    St. Paul's Cathedral

    Sir Christopher Wren's iconic structure that is the heart of the Square Mile. Look closely at its stonework: the story of London can be seen etched into it.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Fleet Street (Pass by)

    Once the home of the country's publishing industry. Former publications such as The Daily Herald, Daily Express and the Daily Telegraph are now only remmebered by beautiful buildings which still line the street. Stories of victimisation, press dominance and power emanate from here!

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Old Bailey

    Home to infaous and legendary court cases: the Old bailey has long been an epicentre of crime and punishment. But why was there a party here most weeks?

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Smithfield Market

    The magnificent structure built by the architect of Towwer Bridge for the City's meat market.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Cemetery Club

Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
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Cancellation Policy

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

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