Things to Do in London
• Enjoy citywide views from a climate-controlled glass pod featuring LED lighting and a rotation system that ensures a smooth ride in any weather.
• From Buckingham Palace to the Houses of Parliament, this ride delivers all the postcard-worthy London views you could ask for—no zoom lens required.
• Take your visit up a notch and pick from a range of upgrades in the next step, like fast-track entry, curated beverages, and more.
Would you like to see the city with a native English-speaking tour guide who has had the honor of being a full-time tour guide in multiple European cities since 2014? Then read on. 👇
Through years of experience, I have learned that these tours are most enjoyable for you if I hone it down to just the most exciting stops and the most interesting stories.
Alfred Hitchcock once said "the length of a film should be directly related to the endurance of the human bladder," and I think that applies doubly so to a tour. You're on holiday, I appreciate that. You want to see the main sites, take the best photos, maybe laugh a little, and then head off on to the next adventure.
With that in mind, I keep the tour to an entertaining one hour and fifty minutes. During that time we will see the main sites, allowing you to take photos of:
- Buckingham Palace
- Houses of Parliament
- "Big Ben"
- Westminster Abbey
- Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column
- Horse Guards Parade
- Wellington Arch
- St Martin's In The Field
- National Gallery
- Apsley House
- RAF Bomber Command Memorial
- The Commonwealth Gates
- St James' Palace
- The Mall and Pall Mall
- Crimean War/Nightingale Memorial
- Waterloo Place
- 10 Downing Street
- Churchill War Rooms
- On Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday the 11am tour will see and hear the army band march by us for the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Unless it is cancelled due to rain.
More important than the sites themselves are the stories. Little insightful or interesting anecdotes; what the little horse steps are at Waterloo Place, why Constitution Hill is called that when we don't... um.. have one, tales from the Battle of Britain, the Gunpowder Plot, what the Queen did when she woke up to find a drunken man had climbed the walls of Buckingham Palace and broken into her bedroom at 7am, etc, etc.
Having done these tours for the better part of a decade, I can usually field any history question you may have about the nation or the city, and can also offer suggestions of the best places in the city for gin, pretentious coffee (my vice), or the most memorable dining experiences with something unique to them.
I hope to see you soon,
Theo
• Get up close with the UK's largest living coral reef at the vibrant Coral Kingdom and catch sight of the colorful clownfish and the royal Blue Tang.
• Meet the fascinating inhabitants of the glacial regions, including Gentoo penguins and polar bears, at the unique Polar Adventure.
• Enjoy a premium experience by upgrading for a VR experience, any time entry tickets, or go all out with a Deluxe Package.
Retrace the steps of the world's most infamous, unidentified serial killer, as we take you back to the Autumn of Terror 1888.
In just 3 months, under the cover of darkness, Jack the Ripper brutally murdered 5 innocent Women on the streets of Whitechapel and then vanished, never to appear again.
Come with us as we ponder some of the most compelling theories as to his identity and motives, hear about the vicious murders he committed and learn the tragic life stories of the poor women he preyed upon.
Along the way, we will visit, the Prostitute's Church, Mitre Square, Frying Pan Alley, Spitalfield's Market & The 10 Bells Pub.
The tour finishes at Spitalfields Market, not far from Liverpool Street Station.
Please note, groups larger than 6 and any educational groups will need to get in touch to arrange a private tour, as they will not be able to join the public tour
• Explore the White Tower, the oldest part of the Tower, and Tower Green, the execution site of royals, to learn stories of kings, prisoners, and executions.
• Meet the Yeomen Warders (Beefeaters), spot the famous ravens, and uncover tales of ghosts and royal intrigue.
• Upgrade your tour for tailored insights and a chance to ask questions on a Beefeater tour or English tour, or relax on a Thames River cruise.
When you are tired of London, you are tired of life’ the old saying goes. From the home of the British Royal Family to the packed pubs; from the heart of British politics, to the theatrical West End; from invading Romans to conquering Kings, London has it all.
On the Welcome to London tour, join us to see the city as it’s meant to be seen. Starting by the ‘mother of all Parliaments’ in Westminster, we’ll take you to the most iconic and beautiful sites you need to visit in London. We might even end near a pub, in true London fashion.
We’ll talk about why Big Ben isn’t called Big Ben, see the Abbey that has witnessed over a 1,000 years of royal coronations, walk through the royal parks of Buckingham Palace, discuss great military battles both old and new, and get under the skin of modern London at Covent Garden.
The Welcome to London tour is the perfect introduction to one of the greatest cities in the world. We’ll fuse history with tips and recommendations, and set you up for your London experience. From Winston Churchill to the Suffragettes to Queen Elizabeth II to James Bond, London has a fantastic story to tell.
Some of the sites we will see on the tour include:
- Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
- Buckingham Palace and St. James’ Park
- Trafalgar Square
- Pubs and Theatreland
- Covent Garden
Welcome! My ‘London Essentials’ tour will cover the key sites within the historic royal quarter. Beginning at Wellington Arch marking the triumph of the Duke of Wellington against Napoleon, it ends at Westminster Abbey, the Royal Church of Coronation. On route, we will explore such highlights as Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace, Admiralty Arch, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, The Horse Guards Parade, Downing Street and The Houses of Parliament.
I combine personal experience with informed historical perspectives so I can share the distinctive character of each site with peculiar details, fun facts, and local tales. My particular focus is the incredible history of the monarchy. As we walk, I will be sure to convey its far-reaching impact on the city, both politically and architecturally.
This is a tour of the mysteries and secrets of the British Museum.
We will travel to Egypt, Mesopotamia, the ancient Greek world, pre-Columbian Mexico, Easter Island and other places on planet Earth.
In the fifteen months that I have been working at the museum, I have gradually learned about the numerous mysteries and secrets that many of the museum's thousands of objects hold.
On many occasions they are not what they seem to be and they offer us a fascinating vision of ancient civilizations, which have left us an extraordinary legacy of which, many times, we are not aware.
It will be a two-hour tour and I hope you find it enjoyable, sometimes fun and always interesting.
Thank you and see you soon,
Miguel
Street Art has been described as the most important artistic movement of the 21st Century, but it actually dates back to thousands of years ago. If you're a lover of art and culture then, yes, go to the National Gallery, go to the Tate Modern, and see the masterpieces created by the most famous artists over the last 400 years, but then join us on a Street Art tour and see what is happening at the grassroots level today. The work is beautiful, ever-changing and thought provoking.
But Street Art is not just pretty pictures, it is challenging and political and tells the story of the struggles of the working classes in Britain over the last hundred years.
You'll step back in time, and see how immigration into Brick Lane and the surrounding area has transformed Shoreditch from the poorest part of London, home to Jack the Ripper’s victims, to becoming one of the must see boroughs of the capital, home to pop up bars and shops, and more vintage clothes stores than you’ll believe.
Tour Highlights include:
- Street Art (Obviously!)
- A mix of spray paint, sculptures, stickers and stencils
- Banksy
- Mr Cenz
- Zabo
- Dreph
- Fanakapan
- Otto Schade
- Roa
- Shepherd Fairey
- Dale Grimshaw
- History of Brick Lane
- Spitalfields Market
- Old Truman Brewery
- Battle of Cable Street
- Gentrification of Shoreditch
The tour finishes at Truman Brewery, not far from Shoreditch High Street Station.
Please note, groups larger than 6 and any educational groups will need to get in touch to arrange a private tour, as they will not be able to join the public tour
• With departures every 15 minutes, operating throughout the day, plan your travel flexibly and easily, even if your flight gets delayed.
• Take advantage of free WiFi, handy USB plug-ins, and room for bulky luggage and even bikes, so you can ride comfortably while staying connected.
• Enjoy flexibility with round-trip tickets valid for an entire month from your chosen date, giving you ample time to complete your trip at your own pace.
• At Liverpool Street, Tottenham Hale, or Stratford Station, major rail lines are easily accessible, with multiple restaurants and shopping areas nearby.
Welcome to London! My name is Rich, and as a qualified guide and lifelong Londoner, it will be my pleasure to welcome you and show you the city I love and live in.
East London is renowned for its electric mix of traditional and contemporary influences, making it a fascinating destination for anyone interested in experiencing the true essence of London and the London Market Scene.
As we wander through the lively streets of 4 of the most authentic London Sunday Markets, you will see and experience how we Londoners spend our Sundays. Experience sensory delights, vibrant sights & tantalizing smells. Sample delicious street food, browse unique handmade crafts, and shop for vintage treasures and stunning cutting-edge fashion. Discover the history and heritage that make these markets and areas so special. As a passionate East Londoner and son of a market trader, I will also share tips, history, stories, and secrets that will enhance and deepen your appreciation for this dynamic part of London's life.
The tour includes
- Broadway Market
- Columbia Road Flower Market
- Brick Lane Market
- Spitalfields Market
- The Regent Canal .. and much more!
*TIP* Skip Breakfast .....so much to taste on route !
London by a Londoner.
