Westminster 3 Hour Walking Tour and Visit of Churchill War Rooms

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Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

We will see 20 of London's most iconic sights in a 3-hour historic walking tour!

After the walking tour : Visit the Churchill War Rooms

Discover the secrets of the Second World War in the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived and worked.

It will be an enjoyable, educational and entertaining stroll. From Palaces (and stories of the Monarchy) to Parliament Square (with the history of the government), you will be continuously entertained with bits of history.

• See Buckingham Palace
• Walk through the Royal Parks
• Learn about the history of Westminster
• Visit Parliament Square
• View the London Eye, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square

Sights you will see include ;

Buckingham Palace
Trafalgar Square
Changing of the Guard (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only - 10am tour)
Big Ben
Downing Street
Westminster Abbey
Whitehall
Houses of Parliament
London Eye
Parliament Square
Queens Horse Guard

What's included

  • Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster (3 hours)
  • Entry to Churchill's War Rooms
  • Local Fun Guide
  • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
  • Umbrella if it looks like rain!

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!
  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. Churchill War Rooms
    2h · Admission ticket included
    After the walking tour, head to Churchill’s War Rooms for a peek into the past… A historic underground complex that housed a British government command centre throughout the Second World War! There is an amazing audio guide for you to use!

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 to the Churchill War Rooms. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour and an amazing audio guide will be available to enhance your visit once you arrive.

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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