History of England Tour in 2 Hours with Royal Thames Cruise

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  St. Paul's Cathedral

  Roman Britain, early Christianity, medieval London, and the Great Fire of 1666. Learn the history of St Paul`s Cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London and place of many historic events like the state funeral of Winston Churchill or the royal wedding of King Charles and Diana.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  Hear the stories of your guide about medieval learning, printing, and trade in the shadow of Sir Christian Wren`s spectacular architecture. The churchyard was the center of book trade in England.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Roman Londinium and city defence. Built around AD 200, the the Roman Wall didn`t provide only defence, but proclaimed London`s boundaries and showed the city`s importance in Roman Britain.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Guildhall

  Saxon governance and English law. The Guildhall served as a City Hall for centuries and used to be the site of the London Roman Amphitheatre.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Cheapside

  Medieval markets and daily life. A historic street connecting St Paul`s Cathedral to the Bank of England. It served as an important medieval marketplace too.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  The Monument to the Great Fire of London

  Hear stories of life in Victorian London and of the tragic events of September 1666, known as the Great Fire of London. The blaze spread rapidly, destroying more than 10,000 homes and leaving hundreds of thousands of people homeless.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  Getting closer to the Tower of London, you will see one of the most substantial section of the remains of Roman Wall built in AD 200.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Tower of London

  Discover the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels and the famous Tower ravens. Learn about its historical significance and how it has evolved over the centuries.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 9
  Tower Bridge

  See London`s famous bascule bridge, the Tower Bridge. It is open to the public since 1894 and it`s design was chosen to complement the Tower of London.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10

  Scenic river cruise of London landmarks. The Official Tower of London River Tour offers a unique and unforgettable perspective on London's rich history and iconic landmarks. Departing from Tower Bridge Quay, this premium experience will take visitors on a 40-minute circular trip along the River Thames. The tour is expertly curated by Historic Royal Palaces, written by co-creator of BBC’s hit series Ghosts, and delivered by live guides to bring passengers fascinating stories and secrets of London's landmarks, all through the lens of the Tower of London. A truly enchanting and entertaining experience for visitors of all ages. It’s the only official river tour partnership with the Tower of London.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
• Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
• Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

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