See Over 30 Top London Sights! Fun Private Tour with Local Guide

4.9 (16 reviews) London, England
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Overview

Your private tour guide will guide you on an exploration of London’s major 30+ landmarks.

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, where the New Guard exchanges duties with the Old Guard, we'll head to Westminster.

Sights we'll see along the way include Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and much more!

Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, where we'll see famous sights including Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower of London and Tower Bridge!

Note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony happens on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays (book the 10am start time for this experience)

Options

Group of 9-12 people

For 9-12 people (age 6+): Kids under 5 years old do not need to be counted - they can join for free!

Group of 5-8 people

For 5-8 people (age 6+): Kids under 5 years old do not need to be counted - they can join for free!

Group of 1-4 people

For 1-4 people (age 6+): Kids under 5 years old do not need to be counted - they can join for free!

What's included

  • See 30+ top sights
  • Local Private guide
  • Guided tour of London
  • Lunch
  • Snacks & Drinks
  • Travel to and from your hotel
  • Please bring a prepaid topped up Oyster Card / Travel Card /Contactless bank card for the Tube

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!

    Afterward, 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!
    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!

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

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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour starts at 10am each day
  • Bring comfy shoes
  • An umbrella if it looks like rain
  • Sunscreen if its sunny
  • You'll see loads of amazing sights, so please bring a camera

Cancellation policy

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

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