Private Full-Day London Highlights Tour with Guide & Driver

5.0
(4 reviews)
London, England

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6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover London like never before on a private tour with your own guide and driver, exploring the city’s world-famous landmarks and hidden corners alike.

Stroll from a glittering palace to an iconic bridge spanning the legendary Thames, from the grandest church in the land to the clock called Big Ben, then dive into the colourful chaos of the East End with its bustling markets, quirky shops, and vibrant street art. Hear fascinating stories, uncover the secrets of Londoners past and present, and capture unforgettable photos as old meets new. From the West End to the Square Mile and beyond, this adventure wanders on and off the beaten track, blending history, culture, and surprise around every corner, creating memories you’ll treasure forever.

What's Included

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Private Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Lunch and Refreshments
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will meet you at the hotel's concierge desk. If there is no concierge desk then we will meet you at the front desk / lobby of the hotel. If you are at an Airbnb or alternative accommodation, your guide and driver will be waiting outside the property 5 minutes before your tour start time.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Buckingham Palace

    Hear the stories about the Palace's famous residents through the ages and why it is, in fact, not a palace at all.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    The Mall

    The best vantage points for the Queen's London residence, Buckingham Palace, can be found here along with stories about secret wartime tunnels underfoot.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Clarence House

    We will stop by the residence of Prince Charles and Camilla and see the soldiers guarding their home.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    St. James's Palace

    Once inhabited by the Queen mother and Princess Diana, this Palace is where we will share the stories of Royal intrigue and scandal.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    St. James's Park

    Visit the "most beautiful park in London" for a stunning photo opportunity and a walk to experience the first Royal menagerie - with their over friendly squirrels and pigeon eating pelicans!

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Westminster Abbey

    Arguably one of the most important churches in the land. Place of coronations, Royal weddings and burials, final resting place of Charles Dickens, Isaac Newton, Elizabeth I and Bloody Mary.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Churchill War Rooms

    A formerly hidden bunker where Churchill and his cabinet met during World War 2.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    See where the Prime Minister lives right here in the heart of the capital.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Pat the Queen's Horses and make the Wardens laugh... if you can. Another classic photo opportunity.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Big Ben

    It doesn't get more iconic than Big Ben. Learn all about the history of this famous landmark.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Houses of Parliament

    The cradle of Western democracy and site of the famous Gunpowder Plot - stop here for an external tour of one of the most storied institutions in politics.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    Thames River

    The mighty Thames - see London's famous waterway whilst we discuss how this stretch of water helped build an Empire.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Trafalgar Square

    The heart of the capital where Londoners come to celebrate, mourn and protest in times of national importance. This is usually a great spot to stop for a traditional lunch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    London Bridge

    Often confused with Tower Bridge, discover the early gory function of this bridge, as well as how some of the bridge has ended up in Arizona.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Borough Market

    The best spot for lunch in London. Rub shoulders with old-fashioned market traders and Michelin chef's. Try some jellied eels or Cornish pasties and find the best and freshest produce from local farmers as well as delicatessen from around the globe.

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

    The other most famous church in the land which hosted the stunning wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana and which Churchill defended against all odds during the Blitz in WW2.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 17
    The Monument to the Great Fire of London

    This moving Monument tributes those who perished in the Great Fire that destroyed much of the city - and also gave way to rebirth and the end of the plague (the fire killed the rats that carried the plague). We can climb to the top if your legs can handle it!

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 18
    Tower of London

    Legendary and infamous - most who walked in here never walked out. Enjoy an extensive exterior tour of this bastion of British history.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 19
    Tower Bridge

    Another classic landmark spanning the iconic River Thames.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Spitalfields Market E1

    Experience one of the best markets in London's classic East End! A strong urban youth vibe pervades the scene with street art, food stalls and music to complete the picture.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Shoreditch

    Look out for Banksy, amazing 3D artworks and the melting pot of the "cool cats" of London

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 22
    Brick Lane Market

    Vibrant and buzzing strip which is home to the creative tribes of the capital as well as the Bangladeshi community. This is the place to taste the finest curries and see the best explosive street art. There are markets, cafes and clubs and it is also the former stomping ground of Jack The Ripper.

    10 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by The English Way Private Tours

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

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