London in One Day: Small Group Walking Tour - See 30+ Sights

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Covent Garden

  Meet here at 10 am by the Punch and Judy Pub, 40 Henrietta Street WC2

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Trafalgar Square

  We visit iconic Trafalgar Square, regarded as the heart of London. We stop to admire its wonderful fountains and architecture and hear the story of Admiral Nelson on top of the column. As it is a small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and enjoy the view!

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Admiralty Arch

  We pass by this famous Arch and peep through to see Buckingham Palace at the other end of the Mall, we will be visiting there later!

  3 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

  Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony We stop at Horseguards to see the Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony. Your expert Tour Guide will ensure you are positioned in the best place to observe this magnificent ceremony which has been taking place for over 350 years. Your knowledgeable guide will talk with you about the historical significance of this amazing ceremony and you’ll have plenty of time to take photos of the guards and even with them if you like!

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  The Mall

  We will walk down the Mall - the most famous road in London! The Mall is red, like a ceremonial red carpet and we will proceed down this processional route known for its magnificent ceremonies; from the Queen in her gold carriage driving down the Mall on her way to the State Opening of Parliament, to the Queen's Annual Birthday Parade and Royal Weddings.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Buckingham Palace

  We have the perfect view of Buckingham Palace where we stop. This is the London Royal residence of our much loved monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Your expert and entertaining guide will talk about the history of the palace. With our small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and your guide can help you take some fabulous Instagrammable shots!

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7
  St. James's Palace

  We will stop off to admire this imposing 16th century Palace, built during the reign of the notorious King Henry VIII. Your expert guide will regale you with amusing stories about the Palace and its occupants.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8
  St. James's Park

  We take a relaxing stroll through this beautiful Royal Park, St James’s Park. It is one of our favourite in London and has a picturesque lake and beautiful planting at all times of year.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Westminster Abbey

  We stop off outside Westminster Abbey to hear your expert guide tell you about the Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains all buried in Westminster Abbey. It is a must-see living pageant of British history. As it is a small group tour there will be plenty of time to take photos.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10
  Houses of Parliament

  The Houses of Parliament are one of the world’s most famous buildings and we stop here to admire the beauty of the architecture and hear from your expert guide about the fascinating history of this home to our democracy. Your knowledgeable guide will offer an insight into the political, social and cultural roles Parliament has played in the development of British society over nearly a thousand years.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 11
  London Bridge

  There has been a bridge over the Thames at this site for nearly 2000 years. The first one was built by the Romans and we will hear tales of the bridge and the sights we can see from here including: The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast. After this we head for lunch!

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12
  Borough Market

  We visit Borough Market, Europe’s oldest market and voted one of the world’s top foodie destinations. Here we stop and you can buy your lunch. We have time to browse amongst the stalls filled with gourmet food, including delicious cheeses and beautiful patisseries. There is a fabulous selection of street food on offer and your guide will show you around and also were we sit and get to mingle with visitors from all over the world. We spend c 40 minutes here so plenty of time to relax over lunch.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13
  Southwark Cathedral

  Southwark Cathedral is the oldest gothic church in London, dating from around 1220. We stop to admire this beautiful building and hear about its history.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14
  Golden Hinde

  The Golden Hinde is a beautiful ship and we stop to admire it and hear inspiring stories from your expert guide of the tale of Sir Francis Drake’s 1577-80 voyage in The Golden Hinde as he circumnavigated the world.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 15
  Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

  We stop here to admire Shakespeare's Globe. This is a beautiful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse designed in 1599 where many of Shakespeare's plays were performed.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 16
  St. Paul's Cathedral

  From across the river we view the awe-inspiring St Paul's Cathedral and discover fascinating history of this famous of London landmarks from your expert guide.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 17
  Tate Modern

  Tate Modern Art Gallery The most popular modern art gallery in the world. We visit here to take in an iconic view of London’s dramatic skyline including St Paul’s Cathedral. Lots of time to take photos

  5 minutes • 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
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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