Walk London: Big Ben to Tower Bridge (Private or Group City Hike)
At a glance
Walk London: Big Ben to Tower Bridge (Private or Group City Hike) is a 4h small-group experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Great London Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $114.40 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A friendly, top-rated local guide, Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!, Stop for lunch at London's best food market.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 21 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Made for travellers who enjoy a good walk and a good story — this is London done properly.
Join your fun local guide on an urban hike filled with iconic sights and secret spots, with a lunch stop at the city's best food market and a 250-year-old pub at the finish line. Along the way, great stories bring London's history to life — from Roman walls to the Blitz and beyond.
- Famous landmarks AND hidden gems — Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, the Banksy graffiti tunnel, WWII ruins and more
- An engaging local guide — knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great stories
- Join a small group OR book a Private tour, meaning the tour can be tailored to your walking pace and interests
- Stop for lunch at Borough Market
- End with a well-earned pint at a favourite local pub near Tower Bridge (optional)
What's included
What's included
- A friendly, top-rated local guide
- Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!
- Stop for lunch at London's best food market
- Epic 10km guided London walk (Private or Small Group options available)
- End at our favourite local pub (near Tower Bridge)
Not included
- Food and drink
- Entry to landmarks (the hike shows you the key sights from the outside only)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
We begin our hike at easy-to-reach Waterloo Station. Meet your friendly hike guide, stretch those legs and off we go!
We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - a graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat! -
Stop 2 · 5m
Reaching the southern bank of the River Thames, we see the iconic big wheel before crossing Westminster Bridge
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Stop 3 · 5m
Cross the river the Westminster and stop for a photo with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
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Stop 4 · 5m
Pass through busy Parliament Square to see the famous statues and take a picture with beautiful Westminster Abbey
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Stop 5 · 10m
Next, we walk up Whitehall past 10 Downing Street (home to the UK Prime Minister) on our way to opulent Horse Guards Parade. See the King's Life Guard on horseback as we pass the grand old buildings and walk through the parade ground.
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Stop 6 · 15m
We hike through stunning St. James's Park on our way to the Palace
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Stop 7 · 5m
We'll make a quick photo stop at the home of the King!
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Stop 8 · 5m
Pass through charming Green Park in the heart of Royal London
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Stop 9 · 5m
We pass by grand St. James's Palace and Clarence House
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Stop 10 · 5m
Our route takes us up The Mall and to the iconic archway
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Stop 11 · 10m
We'll walk through Britain's most famous public square to see Nelson's Column, National Gallery and the beautiful statues and fountains
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Stop 12 · 25m
We walk down to the Victoria Embankment Gardens, and we'll be following the river all the way to St. Paul's Cathedral with lots of great views on route!
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Stop 13 · 10m
We'll head to the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral for a close-up look!
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Stop 14 · 10m
We walk south and cross the river again using the walkway known locally as "Wobbly Bridge"!
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Stop 15 · 25m
Our route continues along the vibrant South Bank of the Thames, passing by the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on our way
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Stop 16 · 45m
We'll take a break at London's most famous food market! Here, you'll have around 45 minutes to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
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Stop 17 · 10m
Crossing the river again, we'll enjoy amazing views in both directions from London Bridge
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Stop 18 · 5m
Entering the City of London (one of the city's oldest and most important areas), we'll make a quick stop to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
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Stop 19 · 5m
We'll pass through our favourite secret London park on our way to see one of the last remaining sections of the city's original Roman walls
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Stop 20 · 15m
Our route takes us around the outer wall of the 900-year-old Tower of London!
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Stop 21 · 10m
A real must-do experience....
Our final stretch takes us across the iconic Tower Bridge!
We finish near a great local pub - as all good British hikes should! Grab a pint or some pub grub to recharge
Meeting point
We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour covers a little over 10km on foot. Please let us know in advance if any of your group is uncomfortable walking long distances
- Kids are welcome if they're good walkers! We suggest ages 12 above due to the distance.
- A reasonable fitness level is recommended. We move at around average walking pace for approx. 2.5 hours, take a lunch break, then walk another hour to the finish.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Walk London: Big Ben to Tower Bridge (Private or Group City Hike) take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $114.40 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?
A friendly, top-rated local guide; Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!; Stop for lunch at London's best food market; Epic 10km guided London walk (Private or Small Group options available); End at our favourite local pub (near Tower Bridge).
Where does it start?
We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
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 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
