Roman London Private Walking Tour
At a glance
Roman London Private Walking Tour 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 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $248.98 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide, Private tour, Professional guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 24 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h – 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
You don't have to go to Rome to see Roman ruins, or even St Albans, Bath or York. Though people were all ready living here, it was the Romans who founded the modern city of Londinium that through the millennia has metamorphosed into today what is possibly the greatest city in the world.
This private walking tour will take you to little visited spots in the heart of the City of London where the remains of Roman buildings can still be found, hidden amongst all the skyscrapers of the 21st century.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 5m
We start off in the shadow of St Pauls Cathedral. There is a reason this beautiful cathedral is here and its much the same reason as why before then, it was home to a temple for the Roman goddess Diana.
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Stop 2 · 5m
A few feet from where we start at St Pauls, the old Roman Temple for the goddess Diana, we find our first Roman remains, hidden away from the street as well as something considerably older!
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Stop 3 · 5m
A stretch of Roman Wall only discovered thanks to the Luftwaffe in WW2.
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Stop 4 · 10m
One of the old Roman gates of London with some wonderfully preserved sections of Roman City Wall nearby.
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Stop 5 · 10m
We will see this wall in several places including where you'd never expect to see Roman ruins.
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Stop 6 · 5m
The beautiful old hall which is central to the ancient City of London Corporation dominates the square but if you look closer we will see the Roman connections.
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Stop 7 · 25m
Under the original Roman streets of London we will stand in the footsteps of Gladiators in the Roman Amphitheatre that was only discovered a few decades ago.
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Stop 8
The old official residence of the Lord Mayor of London
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Stop 9 · 5m
The very heart of old Roman London with its majestic and overpowering stone buildings.
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Stop 10 · 10m
Standing in front of this magnificent old building is like being in ancient Rome.
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Stop 11 · 15m
This old Victorian market is built on top of its Roman predecessor and if we are lucky we might get to see a chunk of it where you'd least expect it.
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Stop 12 · 2m
In the shadow of the famous Gherkin, we will find an unexpected Roman memorial.
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Stop 13 · 2m
A beautiful memorial to one of the oldest citizens of London.
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Stop 14 · 5m
The remains of the Roman gate here are buried beneath the newly landscaped park but we can see the route of the wall and other things.
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Stop 15 · 10m
Londons newest museum and with some great Roman Wall and artefacts.
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Stop 16 · 5m
Just outside the Tower of London we will see the statue of this legendary Roman Emperor
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Stop 17 · 15m
We will visit several different parts of the old Roman Wall that at one time surrounded the city.
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Stop 18 · 15m
In this beautiful old church amongst other things we will see the oldest archway in London as well as seeing the remains of an old Roman house
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Stop 19 · 10m
Not strictly Roman related but perhaps the most beautiful and peaceful ruins in London.
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Stop 20 · 5m
We will visit the locations of the Roman Baths in London.
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Stop 21 · 5m
Here we will find possibly the only remaining part of the original Roman London Bridge.
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Stop 22 · 5m
We will see the Monument to the Great Fire of London and stand on the spot where it started. Nearby are some fascinating visuals about how Roman Londinium was 2,000 years ago.
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Stop 23 · 20m
We will see hundreds of Roman artefacts before going underground to visit the old Temple of Mithras.
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Stop 24 · 5m
Learn about the legendary stone that is as old as London itself.
Meeting point
Outside Caffe Nero by St Pauls Cathedral Underground Station usually at 9.30am
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Guaranteed access to temple requires advanced booking for peak times.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Roman London Private Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 3h – 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $248.98 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?
Local guide; Private tour; Professional guide.
Where does it start?
Outside Caffe Nero by St Pauls Cathedral Underground Station usually at 9.30am
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 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
