3 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: The Best of London
At a glance
3 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: The Best of London is a 3h – 4h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Ye Olde England Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $235.52 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off to selected hotels, Private guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 38 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h – 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover top attractions and famous landmarks across the British capital on this private 3-hour London walking tour. Follow a private guide through the ancient streets of London and gain insight into centuries of British history. Along the way, hear the chimes of Big Ben and take in key sites of interest such as Covent Garden, China Town, and Trafalgar Square. Soak up the atmosphere in Piccadilly Circus and see the royal soldiers at Buckingham Palace. This private tour includes pickup and drop-off at selected London hotels.
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off to selected hotels
- Private guide
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 5m
The famous clock tower of Westminster Palace.
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Stop 2 · 5m
Behind Parliament is the River Thames and you'll learn a little of the life it has played in shaping London.
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Stop 3
We won't go on it but we'll see it from the river.
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Stop 4 · 10m
The Mother of Parliaments. Once a royal palace, it has inspired democratic movements in the France, the USA and around the world. We'll learn of its history and the role it still plays today.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Parliament Square the the political heart of Westminster. Full of statues of people dedicated to Democracy and Liberty from Winston Churchill to Abraham Lincoln to Nelson Mandela. Surrounded by Parliament, Westminster Abbey and the High Courts.
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Stop 6 · 20m
The broad avenue in Westminster full of beautiful and famous London government buildings.
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Stop 7 · 5m
Our national memorial to the fallen of WW1, WW2 and recent wars.
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Stop 8 · 5m
The home of the Prime Minister at Number 10.
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Stop 9 · 5m
The primary ceremonial parade ground is surrounded by beautiful buildings and parks. It must be why the Queen has her birthday celebrations here.
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Stop 10 · 5m
Beautiful Westminster Abbey is where every monarch has been crowned since the times of William the Conqueror almost 1,000 years ago.
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Stop 11 · 5m
The beautiful old headquarters to the Royal Navy.
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Stop 12 · 10m
The most famous square in London. Home of fountains, statues, galleries and culture.
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Stop 13 · 5m
Learn the story of Admiral Nelson and the famous lions at the base of his majestic column
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Stop 14 · 2m
Overlooking the fountains and large plaza, The National Gallery is full of paintings on the inside and street performers and art on the outside.
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Stop 15 · 5m
This beautiful old street is full of niche art and cultural shops and the inspiration for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter.
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Stop 16 · 10m
The cultural heart of London with a unique vibe. From Opera to sword jugglers, this is the place to be.
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Stop 17 · 5m
The beating heart of the West End. Surrounded by cafes and movie-cinemas.
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Stop 18 · 2m
Learn the story of the women who died during the epic war effort.
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Stop 19 · 5m
New York has Time Square, London has the much older Piccadilly Circus.
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Stop 20
One of many high quality retailers in Piccadilly and one where everyone from The Queen downwards buys their goodies from!
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Stop 21 · 10m
One of the Royal Parks. It is called Green Park for a particular reason!
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Stop 22 · 5m
From Green Park, we will see the London family home of the Spencer family.
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Stop 23 · 5m
The primary Ceremonial road in London. You might recognise it from Royal Weddings and national celebrations.
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Stop 24 · 10m
Buckingham Palace, the home of the King.
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Stop 25 · 10m
Chinatown in Soho is a unique mix of old London, Chinese heritage and contemporary culture.
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Stop 26 · 10m
An ornately beautiful Royal Park with great views of the palace and Westminster. Sometimes used in TV shows such as Downton Abbey.
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Stop 27 · 10m
On the extended tour, we will see the cathedral for London and learn its fascinating history.
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Stop 28 · 5m
Londons newest iconic bridge. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 29
The largest modern art gallery in the world. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 30 · 10m
Londons most famous food market, here since Roman times. You can get food from all over the world here... freshly made. Many a tour has come to a halt here :-) I like the dairy free goat ice-cream and also the Ethiopian curry but everyone has their favourites! (Extended Tour)
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Stop 31 · 5m
One of the smaller and less famous London cathedrals but beautiful nonetheless. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 32 · 10m
The original bridge was built by the Romans and pulled down by the Vikings. A millennia later and this modern bridge still has a tall spike on the end with a gory story to tell. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 33 · 5m
Learn the story behind the famous Globe theatre and all things Shakespeare! (Extended Tour)
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Stop 34
From London Bridge we will see this old Royal Navy Cruiser. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 35 · 5m
From out of nowhere, the epic Monument to the Great Fire of London appears. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 36 · 10m
Built by William The Conqueror and home to the Crown Jewels and with an active military history up past WW2. We will visit the ominously named Traitors Gate. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 37 · 5m
We finish by one of the symbols of London, Tower Bridge and learn a little of its interesting history along the way. (Extended Tour)
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Stop 38
This is just one of over 50 tours run and organised by Ye Olde England Tours. Believe it or not the list of places we visit in this tour is not exhaustive. This is the tour for you for your first or only day in London.
Meeting point
Just outside Westminster Underground Station on Bridge Street, opposite Big Ben. There is a Caffe Nero, we start from there. Of course we can meet you at your London hotel too.
Good to know
- 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
- This tour involves a moderate amount of walking please wear comfortable shoes
- Generally the sights are relatively quiet and we always practice social distancing but at some locations it is possible small sections may have small crowds so we will do our best to avoid them though social distancing is generally not a problem. All of our tours are private so it is just you/your family and your guide. To make it easier and safer for all concerned we would suggest starting this tour a little later than the usual time, perhaps around 10.30-11am which allows us all to miss rush-hour. We are happy to still come to your hotel to meet you but for the moment we would suggest meeting us at the tour starting point. This allows you to arrive by a taxi or uber rather than public transport. Please feel free to wear masks throughout or at times during the tour. Your guide will also have a mask with them.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the 3 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: The Best of London take?
The experience lasts about 3h – 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $235.52 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Hotel pick-up and drop-off to selected hotels; Private guide.
Where does it start?
Just outside Westminster Underground Station on Bridge Street, opposite Big Ben. There is a Caffe Nero, we start from there. Of course we can meet you at your London hotel too.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
