Tower of London & 30+ London Sights Walking Tour

4.7 (38 reviews) London, England
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Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

See over 30 London sights in a 5 hour walking tour, then explore the incredible 900-year-old Tower of London!

We will guide you on an exploration of London’s major landmarks. This will give you a good idea of the history, culture, and legends of Europe’s best-loved city Then you'll go to the tower! A great family day out!

We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. After witnessing this impressive, traditional ritual, we'll head to Westminster. Sights we'll see along the way include Westminster Abbey & the Houses of Parliament.

In the London Bridge area, we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Clink Prison, London Bridge, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge and more.

After the tour, enter the amazing Tower of London! Included with your ticket is the chance to join a Beefeater Tour to see the ravens, Crown Jewels and much more!

Please note: Changing of the Guard is only Mon, Weds, Fri, Sun

What's included

  • Small-group Walking Tour Of The Top 30 Sights Of London
  • Tower of London Entry Ticket
  • Option to join the official 60-minute Beefeater Tour (no extra cost)
  • Local Fun Guide
  • Please bring a topped up Oyster Card/ Contactless bank card for a few stops on the underground
  • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & a small packed lunch to sip and nibble on the tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point

What to expect

  1. Buckingham Palace
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace.

    On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot!

    Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.
  2. Trafalgar Square
    20m
    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
  3. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
    20m
    Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
  4. Whitehall
    20m
    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
  5. Houses of Parliament
    40m
    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
  6. Westminster Abbey
    20m
    Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
  7. Southbank
    40m
    After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
  8. St. Paul's Cathedral
    20m
    Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.
  9. Borough Market
    30m
    Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.
  10. London Bridge
    30m
    We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!
  11. Tower of London
    1h · Admission ticket included
    After the walking tour, head to a real-life castle and fortress in London, The Tower of London, where you gain entry into one of the most historical buildings in London with over a thousand years of history. The Tower is famous for its Beefeater guards and the ravens who live there, and you’ll have the chance to see this and much more!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

•⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly)
•⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs
•⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

End point

Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at the Tower of London. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour.

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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Its a walking tour, so there is a moderate amount of walking involved
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (Umbrella if it looks like rain!)

Cancellation policy

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

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