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Join London's most epic walking tour - an 11km route through the most famous streets, local secrets and the very best landmarks in the city. Designed for active travellers, it's the perfect introduction to one of the world's greatest cities!
With a fun and knowledgeable local guide, you'll weave your way through Westminster before crossing the river for a lunch break at the famous Borough Market. We'll then make our way through the oldest part of London and finish by crossing iconic Tower Bridge.
And if you're feeling thirsty, why not join us for a drink in one of the city's oldest pubs at the finish line?!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
We'll end the tour outside a great local pub after crossing Tower Bridge - it's the perfect place for a refreshing post-walk pint or some filling local food!
Itinerary
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Banksy Tunnel (Pass by)
We begin our hike at easy-to-reach Waterloo Station. Meet your friendly hike guide, stretch those legs and off we go! We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - a graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat!
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London Eye (Pass by)
Reaching the southern bank of the River Thames, we see the iconic big wheel before crossing Westminster Bridge
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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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Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall (Pass by)
Next, we walk up Whitehall past 10 Downing Street (home to the UK Prime Minister) on our way to opulent Horse Guards Parade. See the King's Life Guard on horseback as we pass the grand old buildings and walk through the parade ground.
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St. James's Park (Pass by)
We hike through stunning St. James's Park on our way to the Palace. This colourful garden used to be a private playground for Royals, and is home to diverse plants and birds from all over the world (including the famous pelicans and swans!)
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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)
Dating back 500 years, this classic palace was once the official home of England's kings and queens.
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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)
A landmark older than London itself! This gift from Egypt is one of the city's secret wonders.
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St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)
Britain's largest cathedral can be seen from miles away, but is even more spectacular close up
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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 will also recognise this landmark.
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass by)
Stroll along the south bank of the River Thames, where Shakespeare once led a cultural revolution
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1Borough Market
We'll take a break at London's most famous food market! Here, you'll have around 45 minutes to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
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The Monument to the Great Fire of London (Pass by)
Entering the City of London (one of the city's oldest and most important areas), we'll make a quick stop to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
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Roman wall ofLondonium (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! We finish near a great local pub - as all good British hikes should! Grab a pint or some pub grub to recharge
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A reasonable fitness level is recommended. We move at around average walking pace for approx. 2.5 hours, take a lunch break, then walk another hour to the finish.
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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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