Self-Guided Tour of Westminster for Kids and Families in English
At a glance
Self-Guided Tour of Westminster for Kids and Families in English is a 2h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by TripMonsters. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $21.67 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: All information and directions to have a great tour are included on the app, The tour can be done offline (no need for mobile data) once it has been downloaded on the app, Written Guide/App in English.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Traveller 0–120
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Self-Guided Tour of Westminster for Kids and Families in English
from $21.05
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Packed with challenges, quizzes and fantastic facts, this is a unique, self-guided tour especially designed to keep kids 8-15 excited and the whole family having fun as you discover Westminster, home of English royalty and centre of empire for a thousand years.
Our tour starts at Somerset House (easily reached by tube, bus or taxi) and leads you on a discovery tour of the iconic sites and hidden jewels of Westminster, revealing the history and secrets of this most impressive part of London. Follow the interactive map to carefully selected locations and have fun as a family with activities and stories that bring each site and its history to life.
You simply download our app, sign up, and your tour will be waiting for you with full instructions!
Do the tour at your own pace, take a break if you want, and you can even come back another day to complete it. The perfect way to keep kids interested and parents happy as you explore and learn about this amazing part of London!
What's included
What's included
- All information and directions to have a great tour are included on the app
- The tour can be done offline (no need for mobile data) once it has been downloaded on the app
- Written Guide/App in English
Not included
- Other languages - do not purchase this tour if you and your children cannot comfortably read English
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
We start our tour at Somerset House, one of London's most magnificent buildings. Use your detective skills to follow our clues and learn the secrets of its history and of the strange creatures that sit on its roof.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Discover an ancient Egyptian obelisk that stands on the banks of the Thames, and complete your challenges to learn how it came to stand here.
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Stop 3 · 10m
Walk through a delightful garden that stands where the river Thames once flowed and discover the sole remnant of a vanished palace that belonged to one of the most powerful men in England.
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Stop 4 · 5m
Follow our route to a monument raised by a heartbroken king after the death of his queen and follow our clues to discover the secret symbols carved in stone.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Explore the magnificent square that stands at the heart of London and complete your challenges to discover the features hidden in its statues, fountains and towering column.
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Stop 6 · 15m
Enter the gate of the building that once housed the headquarters of the British army, where the King's guard still stands at duty 24/7, and test yourself on the vast military parade ground that stands behind it.
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Stop 7 · 5m
Pass by the Banqueting House, where King Charles I lost his head, and stop at the entrance to Downing Street, home of the British Prime Minister, to discover how this small street became the centre of British political power.
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Stop 8 · 10m
Follow our route to the Houses of Parliament, with Big Ben rising at one end and the Victoria Tower at the other, and use your detective skills to uncover the 1000-year history of this amazing building.
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Stop 9 · 5m
Opposite the Houses of Parliament, discover a tower where a medieval king hid his vast riches while he bankrupted the country.
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Stop 10 · 10m
Our tour ends outside Westminster Abbey, the vast medieval church where every king and queen of England has been crowned since William the Conqueror in 1066. Complete your final challenges to uncover the secrets hidden in the facade of the church.
Meeting point
When you're near the starting point (Somerset House), open the route on the app and our interactive map will show you exactly where to go!
Once you're there, all information and directions will be on the app!
You don't need to meet anyone or present a ticket.
Traveller ratings
5.0
1 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Suitable for children and adults of all ages
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Self-Guided Tour of Westminster for Kids and Families in English take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $21.67 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?
All information and directions to have a great tour are included on the app; The tour can be done offline (no need for mobile data) once it has been downloaded on the app; Written Guide/App in English.
Where does it start?
When you're near the starting point (Somerset House), open the route on the app and our interactive map will show you exactly where to go! Once you're there, all information and directions will be on the app! You don't need to meet anyone or present a ticket.
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 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
