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There are thousands of statues and memorials in London, this tour takes a closer look at some of the best and most thought provoking war memorials in Central London.
From the Duke of Wellington and then the Crimean War in the 19th century through the World Wars and other conflicts of the 20th century and right up to the modern day actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. This private 3 hour tour visits some of the most remarkable war memorials in London.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can meet you at any Central London hotel, not just those listed. Then we'd walk or go by Underground to the tour starting point.
We can meet you at your Central London hotel or otherwise the tour would start just outside Caffe Nero (opposite Big Ben) and right next to the exit of Westminster Underground Station.
Itinerary
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1Battle of Britain Monument
We will see the marvellous monument to the pilots of the RAF which is itself in the midst of many other memorials.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Ministry of Defence
We will explore the statues around the Ministry of Defence, largely but not exclusively dealing with the World Wars and other 20th century conflicts.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
We will visit this superb statue in the heart of Whitehall and the nearby Gurkha memorial too.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Women of World War II Memorial
Learn the meaning behind this imposing monument to the women of WW2.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Cenotaph
Our primary memorial to the fallen from all conflicts since WW1.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Trafalgar Square
See the beautiful Trafalgar Square and learn all about the famous monuments that dominate the skyline.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
We will visit this famous parade ground and the memorials all around.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Guard's Division Memorial
The memorial to the Household Division of WW1
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Nelson's Column
The monument to our most famous naval hero.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Canada Memorial
Remembering the brave Canadians who served their country.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Duke of York Column
This less visited column is the Army equivalent to the nearby Nelsons Column
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Crimean War Memorial
The imposing memorial to the Crimean War is important for more than one reason. Nearby are memorials relating to the RAF and Florence Nightingale.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Wellington Arch
See this wonderful Ceremonial Arch with the statues sat atop to celebrate the great victory at the Battle of Waterloo and find out the secret history about why it is here too.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
14
Memorial to the brave Machine Gun Corps.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15The Memorial Gates
The memorial to the fallen from the Commonwealth nations.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16Bomber Command Memorial
A truly beautiful and awe-inspiring memorial to Bomber Command.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17Duke of Wellington Statue
Sat in front of his magnificent palace, the Duke of Wellington sat astride his mount.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18
A memorial to the brave Australians who served their country.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
19
The monument to remember the brave New Zealanders who served their country,
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
20
Perhaps the most mournful memorial in London, the death and suffering of the WW1 Western Front is overwhelming.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
21Animals in War Memorial
This touching memorial is dedicated to those brave and suffering creatures who had no choice but to give their lives for our freedom.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- We have earmarked this tour as especially safe during the Coronavirus outbreak due to generally quiet places that we visit where social distancing is generally not a problem. All of our tours are private so it is just you/your family and your guide. To make it easier and safer for all concerned we would suggest starting this tour a little later than the usual time, perhaps around 10.30-11am which allows us all to miss rush-hour. We are happy to still come to your hotel to meet you but for the moment we would suggest meeting us at the tour starting point. This allows you to arrive by a taxi or uber rather than public transport. Please feel free to wear masks throughout or at times during the tour. Your guide will also have a mask with them.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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