Heathrow Layover Tours

1. Kensington Palace
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   The Royal Palace in Kensington; birthplace of Queen Victoria and residence to Georgian Kings & Queens, residence of Prince William & Princess Kate and residence of Princess Diana
2. Hyde Park
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   The Royal Park in Kensington; one of the most beautiful parks in the world. History of Georgian London, Prince Albert, The Great Exhibition, Highwayman, The Plague, Civil War and more
3. South Kensington
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   South Kensington, aka Albertropolis. The Royal Albert Hall, Victorian London and former residence of American Presidency
4. Marble Arch
   Pass by
   Marble Arch aka Tyburn, now the official entrance to Hyde Park, the former spot of execution; the Tyburn Tree
5. Mayfair
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Mayfair in Westminster; home of celebrities & the wealthy, filled with a rich history including Civil War, World War 2, American Revolution, home to Rock and Roll stars and much more!
6. Buckingham Palace
   5m · Admission ticket not included
   The Official London Residency to the British Monarchy
7. St. James's
   20m
   St James's, south of Piccadilly. See St James's Place, the Queens Chapel, Pall Mall and more!
8. St. James's Park
   5m · Admission ticket not included
   The first Royal Park founded in the area, on the foundations of the former Whitehall Palace and the beautiful St James's Palace. See the beautiful scenery overlooking Buckingham Palace and learn about the rich history surrounding it
9. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
   10m · Admission ticket not included
   See the famous Horse Guards Parade, host of the Queen's Official inspection of the Queen's Guard "Trooping The Colour". Learn about Whitehall Palace, the Queen's Household Regiments, Ian Fleming & The Royal Naval Administration and much more!
10. Westminster Abbey
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    See the world famous Westminster Abbey "Old Peculiar". Learn all about the 1000 years of history the iconic building has
11. Big Ben
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    See the famous Big Ben clock and the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Abbey). Learn all about the history of Westminster, the English Civil War, Kings & Queens of Britain and much more!
12. Whitehall
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Sightsee in Whitehall, the former ground of Whitehall Palace (home of Henry VIII and more) and now the centre of British Government.
13. 10 Downing Street
    Pass by
    See Downing Street, the residency and office of the British Prime Minister
14. Trafalgar Square
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    See Trafalgar Square, the centre of London. See the National Portrait Gallery, Admiralty Arch and the famous Nelson's Column
15. Soho
    15m
    Soho, the rich cultural quarter of West End London. Learn about the amazing influence on fashion and culture in London, the Swinging 60's, see the birthplace of Communism, learn about the cholera epidemic, crime in 60's West End London and much more!
16. Piccadilly Circus
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    See the famous heart of West End London. The iconic screens, Leicester Square, the Shaftesbury Memorial, Regent Street, Piccadilly and more!
17. Covent Garden
    15m
    See Covent Garden, London's beautiful and famous market centre. Stunning scenery, authentic British street entertainment, fashionable coffee shops, restaurants and English Pubs
18. Fleet Street
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Famous for Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber, but the heart of the Press Industry of Victorian & Georgian London. The gateway into The City of London, the city within London
19. St. Paul's Cathedral
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    St Paul's Cathedral, the famous landmark of The City of London. History going back 1400 years! Learn all about the Royal Weddings, The Great Fire of London, The Blitz and much more!
20. Old Bailey
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    See the Central Criminal Court "The Old Bailey", build on the foundations of London's notorious Newgate Prison. Learn about the old crime and punishment of the city, history going back centuries and much more!
21. Smithfield Market
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Smithfield Market, built in the north of The City of London. Host of the old Smithfield execution spot; see the memorial to William Wallace, learn about Bloody Mary and the Peasant's Revolt!
22. Guildhall
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    See the medieval Guildhall, the heart of The City of London. Visit in the day and walk down into the ancient Roman Amphitheatre; dating back to AD120!
23. The Shard
    Pass by
    See the tallest building in Europe! At 1004ft high, the beautiful structure stands over Southwark and The City of London
24. Borough Market
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    The Borough Market, built over 700 years ago. Film set to many movies including Harry Potter, Bridget Jones and Lock Stock & Two Smoking Barrels
25. Southwark Anglican Cathedral
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    See the beautiful Southwark Cathedral, originally built in 606AD! See commemorations to many of Southwark's famous residents including William Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer and John Harvard!
26. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    See the world famous Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on the Southbank. Admire the beautiful view of the structure overlooking the River Thames whilst learning all about the history of William Shakespeare, the history of entertainment and vice in medieval London!
27. Tower Bridge
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    See the world's most famous bridge; Tower Bridge. Drive over and admire the view crossing from Southwark to the City or stop for amazing views and photography opportunities
28. Tower of London
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    See the famous Tower of London; the stunning White Tower, the castle looming over The City of London that has stood for 1000 years! Learn all about the history of the Tower, the Roman Settlement and occupation since the foundations of London

Pickup details

We will pickup all of our guests from either the terminal you arrive at or in the event of an overnight layover; we will pick you up from the hotel.

From the airport we will travel to Central London to begin the tour to be then dropped back at the airport/hotel.

Our vehicles are official London taxis, either TXe, Mercedes Vito or Tx4, driven by certified London Black Cab drivers and qualified tour guides. Please inform us whether you require a specific type of London Black Cab.

Please provide a telephone number we can reach you on at arrival

• 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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels