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Just over an hour from London by train ( I do the journey daily), Leicester is rich in history, sport and culture.
Remember the discovery of King Richard III under a carpark in Leicester. In this tour we will visit the spot where he had lain buried for 527 years as well as visiting his majestic resting place in Leicester Cathedral where he was re-interred in the presence of royals and descendants of those who fought with him at the Battle of Bosworth.
On our private walking tour of Leicester we will also visit the beautiful old Guildhall and see the old Jewry Wall Bathhouse which dates from Roman times and visit other spots that were important in the life and death of King Richard III
Leicester also played host to the English Civil War. Whilst not much of the castle remains now it has an important past. You can still see the loopholes the Parliamentary defenders made to shoot out at the Royalists outside.
We will also explore the ‘modern’ Georgian streets in the centre of the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I am happy to meet you in your hotel in Leicester City Centre.
Visitors from London or elsewhere, I will meet you in the main entrance/exit of Leicester Railway Station and will message you all the details before the tour.
Itinerary
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1
The statue of the man who created and ran the first ever paid for day trip!
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
An iconic landmark and meeting point in Leicester where generations have met their friends and family.. Richly decorated with figures from history,
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Experience the sights and sounds of Leicester Market.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Lovely old city square next to the old town hall with a grandiose water feature in the centre.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Remembering the role of women in Leicester in the important hosiery industry of times gone by.
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Built as the first modern hotel in Leicester but it ended up being a residence for judges. A lovely old building nonetheless.
2 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
Learn more of the life and death of King Richard III and the infamous nearby Battle of Bosworth. Then discover how his body was located under the carpark and see the very spot where he lay for centuries.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8
This wonderful statue of King Richard III was relocated behind the cathedral gardens so is close to both of his burial sites.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Experience the small but beautiful Leicester Cathedral
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
10
See the resplendid modern tomb of King Richard III
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
11
One of the oldest historical buildings in the city and site of everything from courts, libraries and prisons.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
Currently being renovated until mid 2025 with a new visitor centre. The Jewry Wall and Roman Baths are some of the finest Roman ruins in Britain.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
13
Once an old Roman entry point into the city. Near the spot where it was once believed King Richard III was unceremoniously dumped into the river.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
Explore the streets of this vibrant city and learn some of its less vibrant past!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15
The remains of the old motte and bailey Norman castle with various Georgian buildings that are still used today,
16 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
A church that King Richard III must have visited in the heart of medieval Leicester. Not always open but if it is, we will go inside,
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
17
See the old firing loop holes that were cut out to defend Leicester in the English Civil War.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18
This picturesque ruin has seen a lot of action during its long and turbulent life.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
19
Once the herb garden for the attached old hospital. Grandly restored and still full of herbs today,
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
20
See this fantastic old gateway to the castle that is over 600 years old.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
21
See the beautiful old Trinity House and chapel.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
22
Once said to be the only respectable street in Leicester. It's still pretty gorgeous today.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
23
Explore the beautiful Abbey gardens wherein we'll find the ruins of the one time majestic Leicester Abbey until destroyed by King Henry VII. The picturesque ruins are still worth visiting. ***Choose optional extra when booking Actual duration of option around an hour***
1 minute • Admission ticket free -
24
Visit the resting place of one of the biggest names in history, Cardinal Wolsey. ***Choose optimal extra when booking Actual duration of option around an hour***
1 minute • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- 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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