Essential London: Must-Sees and Hidden Gems (Private Tour)

We stand in the great multicultural centre of London, home to the world-famous National Gallery, and discover fun hidden treasures such as a tiny police station and a café in a crypt!

We share tales of the King who lost his head and admire the Queen’s Life Guard’s beautiful horses before finding the gated entrance to 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s home and lodgings of Larry the Cat, the current Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office.

We learn the history of one of Europe's most ancient Parliaments.We travel back in time to learn the fascinating history of this medieval suburb and enjoy exterior views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the centre of political life in London, currently famous for its Brexit debates. We show you where journalists get those famous TV shots from and explore a lesser-known side street leading to a hidden courtyard that feels like a Harry Potter set.

We enjoy exterior views of this ancient church, where English monarchs have been coronated since 1066 and Royal weddings such as William and Kate's have taken place.

We take a quiet stroll along the oldest Royal park in London and unearth the charming secrets of this beautiful green oasis surrounded by elegant residences and the Churchill War Rooms.

We take you to a quiet spot to enjoy a march along The Mall during the traditional Changing the Guard ceremony and share fun stories of the most famous British Royal Palace whilst showing you magnificent mansions filled with tales of unfaithful monarchs, Tudor treasons and contemporary break-ins!

Hear tales of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn and how they turned a hospital into a beautiful Tudor landmark whilst admiring some of the world's most ancient shops.

We stand on the highest point in The Square Mile to take in St. Paul’s Cathedral’s breath-taking beauty, learn about the origins of London as a Roman settlement and find out how the city was once consumed by fire. This is one of the largest financial centres in the world, home to The Stock Exchange, Lloyds of London and The Gherkin.

We walk across the Millennium Bridge to pay a quick visit to the acclaimed Tate Modern and embark on an exploration of Southwark, the area where Shakespeare founded The Globe Theatre by the River Thames.

We explore this foodie paradise renowned for its charming stalls, local producers and memorable film appearances such as Bridget Jones’s Diary, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Guy Ritchie’s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Southwark Cathedral and The Golden Hinde are the backdrop of this vibrant area frequented by visitors and locals alike.

We end our comprehensive tour with scenic views of two of London’s most iconic sights and the wonderful contrast with modern buildings like the City Hall and The Shard.