Crime and Policing London Walking Tour

5.0 (108 reviews) London, England
Duration2h 15m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Enjoy Police TV shows and Crime Dramas.
Come and hear all about real Cops & Villains.
The 'London Police and Crime Walking Tour', is the only tour of it's type in London.

My tour is an exclusive opportunity to hear about the history of the famous London Metropolitan Police.

See the famous 'Scotland Yard'.

Listen to first hand stories of crimes, villains and Police work from an officer with both Uniform and Detective service.

As an experienced Tour Guide you can be assured you are in knowledgable, capable and experienced hands.

Come along on the tour. You will not regret it.

What's included

  • Kit and Equipment. The opportunity to examine real historic items of Police regalia
  • Gratuties. Feel free to tip the guide.

What to expect

  1. Bow Street
    10m
    We will see the famous Police station and Magistrates Court, the heart of where Policing was introduced, the home of the famous 'Bow Street Runners'.
  2. Aldwych Area
    10m
    Visit the site of one of the saddest unsolved murders in London, and hear about international espionage and murder.
  3. Charing Cross
    10m
    At Charing Cross hear tales of grisly murder and mayhem. See one of the busiest Police Station in Europe. Discover the famous 'Blue Lamp' of London.
  4. 20m
    Stop for a drink at the famous 'Sherlock Holmes Pub'. The world renowned fictional detective. Created by the equally fascinating Arthur Conan Doyle. We then cross to Great Scotland Yard to see where Policing was invented.
  5. Trafalgar Square
    10m
    Where national celebrations, demonstrations and riots have occurred under the watchful eye of the worlds smallest Police Station.
  6. Whitehall
    10m
    We will see the heart of government at Downing Street. Discover the role of women in Policing, and the Police in wartime London.
  7. 10m
    See where London Police was created. The first Police HQ
  8. 10m
    See the Iconic Revolving Sign, famed throughout the world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Underground Station main exit in James Street.

End point

We finish our tour at New Scotland Yard. A short distance from Westminster Underground Station. A main transport hub, for the Tube, Buses and Riverboats. Also near many pubs, bars and restaurants.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a walking tour, at a gentle pace. Comfortable footwear is recommended. Refreshment and toilet stops will be available if required.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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