Pompous Britain Interactive and Alternative London Walking Tour

London, England
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Duration1h 45m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

British history done differently. Pompous Britain is the interactive and alternative retelling of central London's most famous landmarks. Don't just learn history, be part of it.

Sample Queen Elizabeth's favourite drink in front of Buckingham Palace, play the historic sport on Pall Mall that gave the street its name, and uncover the scandalous backstories of Britain's most esteemed characters — before ending on the most loved one of all, over a pint with the local landlord.

All this pomp in 100 minutes through central London.

What's included

  • Samples en route
  • Optional fee for drink at the pub

What to expect

  1. Green Park
    5m
    Green Park is the only royal park in London without any flowers - find out which queen banished them and why.
  2. Buckingham Palace
    10m
    Learn the history behind one of Britain's most iconic buildings and sample the beloved Queen Elizabeth I's favourite drink in front of the palace.
  3. Pall Mall, London
    7m
    Play the historic sport on Pall Mall that gave the street its name and find out why this famous road is painted red.
  4. St. James's Palace
    5m
    Find out how this palace divided Britain in two for centuries.
  5. Berry Bros. & Rudd
    7m
    Sample the King's Ginger Liqueur which holds the Royal Warrant, and learn for who and why it was made.
  6. Trafalgar Square
    2m
    Visit the heartbeat of the city where the country comes to celebrate and protest.
  7. 5m
    Learn about Britain's greatest hero and and find out the famous saying you didn't realise came from him.
  8. Whitehall
    3m
    Find out what used to be on this famous street, and why it's there no more.
  9. Banqueting House
    5m
    Find out what one-of-a-kind event took place here and why booking a Christmas dinner here is highly ironic
  10. Big Ben
    5m
    Take photos of this iconic landmark and learn why its gong sounds so strange.
  11. St Stephens Tavern
    15m
    Sample British ale in a classic pub and see what device ensures politicians don't forget to vote when they're at the pubs. Optionally stay for a pint with your guide Greg after the tour has finished.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at the 'The Constance Fund Diana Fountain Green Park' which is the first thing you come to as you walk out of the Green Park tube station and into Green Park.

If you're arriving by London Underground, get off at Green Park station and follow the exit signs to Green Park.

End point

We end at St Stephen's Tavern pub, opposite Big Ben and immediately next to Westminster Underground station making it easy for customers to move to their next stop.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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