Private Guided Walking Tour of Bloomsbury, London

Duration2h

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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Bloomsbury sits in the heart of London, and has always attracted the great thinkers, writers, artists, and scientists of the world. Now you can walk in their footsteps, as your private expert guide shows you around this historic and elegant neighbourhood! Discover secrets about royals seeking aid from the great physicians of the time, hear moving stories of charitable work to protect the children of the growing metropolis, and imagine the iconic characters of the area working and playing in these idyllic streets. From Virginia Woolf and Charles Dickens to Vladimir Lenin and Bob Marley, you won't believe the stories that Bloomsbury has to share.

Options

Private Guided London Bloomsbury Tour

Bloomsbury + British Museum

Interior British Museum Tour: Upgrade your private tour of Bloomsbury with an introductory 60-minute tour through the highlights of the British Museum.

What's included

Ability to personalise your tour - let us know if you have a particular area of interest!
Bespoke recommendations and advice for the rest of your time in London
Option to have us make a reservation for you to eat at a local gem to suit your tastes
Private expert guide for the duration of your tour

Interior tour of the British Museum
Lunch
Dinner
Gratuities

What to expect

Red Lion Square Gardens
Pass by

Discover the early history of this fascinating neighbourhood, as your private expert guide introduces you to the beautiful gardens and violent history hidden beneath its elegant surface.
Lambs Conduit Street, Camden, London
Pass by

Stroll along this beautiful and historic shopping street, learning the history of Elizabethan traders and feminist publishers from your private expert guide.
Pass by

Hear the story of the world-famous children's hospital with a surprising connection to a classic work of literature. Then discover the touching and remarkable story of how one of England's most famous monarchs was privately treated in the adjoining square, giving the neighbourhood a rich medicinal heritage.
Coram's Fields
Pass by

Your private expert guide will show you where the Foundling Hospital was created, and share stories with you about how the plight of poor abandoned children moved hearts across England, from illustrious composers to renowned writers.
The Brunswick Centre
Pass by

Take a break from stunning Georgian architecture and explore the imposing and unique Brunswick Centre, a milestone of post-war urban planning in London and one of the more contentious developments in this historic neighbourhood.
Tavistock Square
Pass by

Bloomsbury is famous for its writers, thinkers, and artists, but Tavistock Square has a more specific dedication - explore the monuments throughout this tranquil square, and learn how it has links to some of the bloodiest conflicts in history.
Russell Square
Pass by

Marvel at Senate House, the imposing structure that marks the home of the University of London, and discover how members of the elite and artistic Bloomsbury Group made their homes in and around this square.
The British Museum
Pass by

Discover the story of one of the most famous museums in the world, and how it came to represent empire, status, and exploration, as you enjoy exterior views of this iconic domed building.

Please note: an interior tour of the Museum is not included, but can be added to your tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your private expert guide will have a Bespoke Britain sign so you'll be able to find them easily outside Holborn Underground Station, on the corner of High Holborn and Kingsway.

End point

Your private expert guide will have a Bespoke Britain sign so you'll be able to find them easily outside Holborn Underground Station, on the corner of High Holborn and Kingsway.

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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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