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Discover the Greatest Hits and the hidden gems as you travel through 2000 years of London's history with a private guide and separate driver. Journey with us from a world-famous Palace to an iconic bridge spanning a legendary river, from the most important church in the land to a clock called Ben and beyond. We will travel from the West End to the Square Mile and into the infamous and notorious East End with its bustling markets and amazing street art - hear the stories and uncover the secrets of the people that shaped this city over time. Photo opportunities and memories as the old meets the new in this on and off the beaten track tour.
Exterior sites include: Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, The Mall, St James's Park, Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Churchill War Rooms, London Bridge, Tower Bridge, Wobbly Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, The Square Mile, Pudding Lane, Borough Market, Spitalfields Market, Shoreditch, Brick Lane and much more.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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
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1Buckingham 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 -
2St. 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 -
3The 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 -
4Trafalgar 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 -
5Horse 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 -
6Big 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 -
7Houses 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 -
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See where the Prime Minister lives right here in the heart of the capital.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Westminster 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 -
10Tower Bridge
Another classic landmark spanning the iconic River Thames.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Tower 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 -
12St. 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 -
13Hyde Park
Hyde Park is the largest of the Royal parks in the capital and one of the most beloved. There is Speakers' Corner where people have come for centuries to protest and make their voice heard. There is the Serpentine lake and large green spaces - an oasis of nature and calm in the middle of London.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
14Borough 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 -
15Brick 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 -
16Spitalfields
Large and buzzing indoor market with lots of independent designers and makers selling their wares - from ceramics to art prints, from antiques to vintage hats and shades. Artisan bakers and ice cream stands complete the picture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17Churchill War Rooms
A formerly hidden bunker where Churchill and his cabinet met during World War 2.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18Hyde Park
The beautiful and fabled park in the heart of London, with its scenic walks, views and carriage rides. We will be sure to check it out.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
19London 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 -
20Clarence House
We will stop by the residence of Prince Charles and Camilla and see the soldiers guarding their home.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
21St. 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 -
22The 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 -
23Twinings
The favourite and preferred tea purveyor for Her Majesty the Queen. Pick up some traditional tea here and feel free to stay for a cuppa.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
24Thames River
We will explore the mighty Thames - gateway to the Kingdom and discuss how this waterway gave birth to the British Empire. Time permitting, we can jump on a boat to see it from the water!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
25Spitalfields 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 -
26Shoreditch
Look out for Banksy, amazing 3D artworks and the melting pot of the "cool cats" of London
30 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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