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This is one of the best London Sightseeing Tours plus entry to Up At The 02! a fun London walking tour where you will see the top 30 London Attractions in 5 hours.
After the walking tour, time to put your climbing gear on!! Climb over the O2, the world's largest tent structure!
The 5 hour walking tour will give you a good idea of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. This tour takes you through two of London’s best known areas : Westminster & The London Bridge neighbourhood (a.k.a The Southbank)
We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace)
We then go to the London Bridge area. Top sights you will see here include Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, and London Bridge.
(Our guides will not join you on the climb on the O2)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
• We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) • Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs • The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
Please note that your guide will not join you at Up at The O2. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour. Up at The O2 is around 20 mins away by public transport - transport cost will be approx. £5.
Itinerary
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1Buckingham Palace
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
2Trafalgar Square
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Whitehall
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Houses of Parliament
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Westminster Abbey
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Southbank
After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8St. Paul's Cathedral
Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Borough Market
Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10London Bridge
We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11The O2
After your walking tour, your guide will give you tickets and direct you on how to get to London’s famous arena – the O2! and begin a climb to the top of the world’s largest tent.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The Guard Change is on Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun at 10 AM, but the schedule is set by the British Army and may change without notice
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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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