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Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London

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Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London

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Experience the best of London on this thrilling private tour! Join us for a full day of exploring the city's highlights, with exclusive entries to Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. Your knowledgeable Blue Badge guide will take you to iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Parliament Square, and Trafalgar Square, while sharing fascinating stories and insights along the way. Immerse yourself in the history and grandeur of Westminster Abbey, marvel at the royal residence of Buckingham Palace, and stroll through the peaceful St. James's Park. Get a regal feel as you visit Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and admire the majestic St. Paul's Cathedral. Finally, step back in time at the Tower of London, where you'll discover the Crown Jewels and hear gory tales of the palace. With public transport as your mode of travel, you'll truly experience the city like a local. Book now and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of London!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Admire Nelson's Column at Trafalgar Square
  • Explore the famous Westminster Abbey
  • Have a chance to see changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace
  • Enjoy a stroll through St. James's Park
  • Visit the iconic Tower of London and see the Crown Jewels
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Blue Badge guide
  • Local guide
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions

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Introduction

Discover the enchanting city of London on a full-day private tour that will immerse you in its rich history and iconic landmarks. This tailored experience allows you to explore the must-see sites while delving into the fascinating stories behind them. Led by a knowledgeable Blue Badge guide, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of London, using public transportation like a local. From Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, from Trafalgar Square to the Tower of London, every step will unveil a new layer of British heritage and culture.

What to expect?

During this extensive 8-hour tour, you can expect to witness the grandeur of London's most famous sites. Marvel at the regal splendor of Buckingham Palace and keep an eye out for the chance to witness the Changing of the Guard. Explore the historic Westminster Abbey, where countless royal events have taken place, and uncover the secrets of its magnificent cloisters. Capture breathtaking photos of iconic landmarks like Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament in Parliament Square. Stroll through St. James's Park, soaking in the tranquility amidst the bustling city. Delve into the extraordinary history of St. Paul's Cathedral and listen to stories about its architectural marvels. Finally, visit the awe-inspiring Tower of London, where the Crown Jewels and tales of medieval feuds await.

Who is this for?

This private tour is designed for those who want an immersive and personalized experience of London. History buffs, culture enthusiasts, and anyone eager to discover the city's hidden gems will find this tour a perfect fit. It caters to all ages and interests, making it an ideal choice for families, solo travelers, and small groups. Whether you're a first-time visitor or have explored London before, this tour will provide a fresh perspective and insider knowledge that will enrich your understanding of this vibrant city.

Why book this?

Embark on this private tour and unlock the treasures of London's past and present. With a Blue Badge guide by your side, you'll gain unique insights, captivating anecdotes, and little-known facts. This personalized tour allows you to delve deeper into London's history, culture, and architecture. By using public transport, you can truly experience the city like a local and discover hidden gems along the way. Soak in the bustling atmosphere of Trafalgar Square, witness the pageantry of the Changing of the Guard, and walk in the footsteps of kings and queens at Westminster Abbey. By booking this tour, you'll create lasting memories and gain a deeper appreciation for London's rich heritage.

Good to know

The tour lasts for approximately 8 hours, allowing you ample time to explore each site in depth. Your experienced guide will meet you outside Westminster Abbey, ensuring a smooth and convenient start to your journey. Public transportation, including tubes and buses, will be utilized throughout the tour, offering an authentic London experience. It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Access to some areas may be subject to availability and prevailing conditions. Lunch options are available near St. Paul's Cathedral, providing a chance to indulge in traditional British fare. Your guide will be happy to assist with directions or recommendations for the rest of your day.

Reviews

Customers have raved about their experience on this private tour, praising the knowledgeable guides and the in-depth historical insights gained. Travelers have been particularly impressed with the combination of famous landmarks and hidden gems, allowing them to see a different side of London. Many have appreciated the use of public transport, as it provided an authentic and efficient way to move around the city. Visitors have also praised the flexibility of the tour, adapting to the events of the day and ensuring a memorable experience. Overall, feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with customers highlighting this tour as the ideal way to see London's iconic sites and immerse themselves in its captivating history.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Trafalgar Square

The tour begins at Trafalgar Square, the city centre of London. Here we can admire Nelsons Column, maybe take a photo with one of the Lions protecting Lord Nelson.

Whitehall

Walking towards Whitehall, to see where the Prime Minister lives and works. This is also our chance to look around at the many war memorials, hear stories from your guide about the past conflicts that these monuments represent.

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, this famous church is recognisable from various famous royal weddings, funerals and coronations, it’s hard to ignore the history here! We’ll enter through the cloisters, a great opportunity to appreciate both the age and the scale of this magnificent building. Look around as we walk into the church, you will see many names, some of these you will recognise immediately, others you may remember once your guide links them with stories. Next let’s have a look at one of the oldest pieces of furniture in the United Kingdom. Last used in 1953, the chair patiently waits for the next coronation. Making our way around the church, we will find the sites of many Royal burials around the High alter. Two sisters, step sisters, both Queens but very different personalities. In life they weren’t very fond of each other, yet in death, they are buried here in the same tomb. Westminster Abbey has so much to offer and we will spend about 90 mins here before we move on.

Admission Included

Buckingham Palace

Can you recognise if Her Majesty is home? Buckingham Palace sometimes comes with the chance to see changing of the guards. During certain days and fair weather, we can join the Regiments marching from their Barracks to the Palace. If the guard change is cancelled, don’t panic! This is London, there is always time for traditional pageantry. The horse guards are just around the corner, they are inspected every day, rain or shine.

Admission Not Included

St. James's Park

Walking down The Mall offers a very regal feel and is also a great spot for spectacular pictures. Maybe one palace isn’t enough? St James’s Palace is waiting close by, offering more stories about the Royal Family. If you’ve had enough the Royals, let’s stop by St James’s Park, a beautiful area of serenity in the middle of the city. This is also a great opportunity to spot some local wildlife, with a huge variety of birds and squirrels calling this park home.

Parliament Square

Heading now to Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, this provides a great opportunity for iconic pictures of these world renowned sites. How many statues of famous statesman can you recognise? Your Guide will be happy to explain who some of them were and their significance in British history. Next lets ride the bus or tube through the financial district, known as the City of London. This is an ideal opportunity to compare differing architectural styles, both old and new.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Now we visit the area around St Paul’s Cathedral, another beautiful church with its own unique history. Built in just 35 years by one architect in a consistent style, its position in this part of the London skyline is protected by law.  Lets walk around the church yard to appreciate this vast structure. Your guide will show you the best spots to take a picture of this church, whether it’s from the Millennium Bridge or the roof terrace at One New Change. There are plenty of places to eat here and its the perfect time to break for lunch. Fancy fish and chips in one of the local pubs?

Admission Not Included

Tower of London

Lets now continue our journey east towards the Tower of London, a medieval fortress surrounded by modern architecture. We explore this castle both inside and out, meeting the famous ravens of the tower, seeing the Crown Jewels and hearing all the gory stories about this Palace throughout the years. Beefeater, is not just a brand of a gin, it's another name for the Yeoman Warders. You can't miss them, they are always around, proudly wearing their uniforms and always happy to pose for a quick photo.

Admission Included

Tower Bridge

On exiting the Tower we will have a spectacular view, of the world famous Tower Bridge. Your tour finishes here and your guide will assist you with directions or help you find a taxi to your next adventure. Your tour itinerary will be finalised on the day to make the most of the events on offer and prevailing weather conditions.

Admission Not Included

Reviews

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5 (53)

Russ_G

Our guide Marina was excellent and did a wonderful job showing us both Westminster Abbey & The Tower of London as well as a few other highlights in between. I highly recommend!!

Peggy_K

Denisa and Marina did a fabulous job incorporating our London interests into a day's whirlwind tour. We never could have seen everything that we did without their help. This trip was worth every penny and we are very happy with the memories we took back home. Thanks to Denisa and Marina.

susie_c

Denisa was a great guide! She customized our day so we were able to see everything we wanted to and we had a great lunch. She was very good at explaining the history, made it very interesting for the whole family. Thank you Denisa!

Bermily_M

We had a great time learning and visiting the Highlights of London with Galina! She was the best; very knowledgeable and very entertaining. She was super sweet with our family and kids. We had a few stops for snacks during the time with her, which was great to fill up our tanks in the middle of this amazing walking tour.

Greg_F

The detailed knowledge of how things played out in relation to what we where looking at or visiting.

Raif_S

It’s was a great experience, Ben is the best, thank you, perfect time for us, with out rushing and great explanation

Sheri_L

Marina was fantastic! She was friendly, personable, and knowledgeable. She was a delight to spend the day with. It was a great way to spend the day in London. We would recommend this tour to anyone!

John_A

Our tour guide, Marina, was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions and her excitement for the history of London made our experience fantastic.

Lisa_A

Denisa was amazing!! She had a plan, but made sure to ask what we were interested in seeing to make sure to cover what we wanted. She was so informative and planned the day to hit every changing of the guards or ceremonial event. It was well more than we expected. I would highly recommend her. She was worth every penny or pound!!

kellyswaldron

Our guide, Marina, was amazing. She was very personable. She took us all over London with ease. She provided us with a wealth of knowledge while visiting sites on the tour. Marina also took many pics of our family that we will cherish for years. Don’t miss this tour…it won’t disappoint!
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2024-05-01 00:07