Welcome to London Tour (Private or Small Group City Walk)
At a glance
Welcome to London Tour (Private or Small Group City Walk) is a 4h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Great London Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $111.11 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Friendly local guide to lead the way, Choose a Private Tour or Small-group Sunday Tour, Guided walk through London (with a break, approx. 10km total distance).
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 21 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- 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 · adult required
- Ages
- Youth 13–17 · Adult 18–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Morning start with Lunch Break
from $107.92
Mid-morning start: We'll arrive at Borough Market around 1.30pm and you'll have free time to grab something delicious for lunch
- Days:
- Thu
- Start times:
- 11:00
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Private City Tour
from $75.02
Private walking tour: Explore London with your own private guide, following the same route as our epic London Welcome Tour! (customizable)
- Days:
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Start times:
- 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
The perfect introduction to London! See all the big landmarks and get an understanding of the city's geography as you explore with an entertaining local guide.
This epic walking tour includes a break for lunch at Borough Market - London's premier street food destination! There's also a great local pub at the finish line.
Sights include Big Ben, London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, Roman Walls, Tower of London and a few hidden secrets too.
We finish by crossing Tower Bridge!
NOTE: This is an active walking tour covering a lot of ground, so you'll get some exercise too!
What's included
What's included
- Friendly local guide to lead the way
- Choose a Private Tour or Small-group Sunday Tour
- Guided walk through London (with a break, approx. 10km total distance)
- Lunch break at Borough Market & Visit to a classic old British pub (optional)
- External visits to all of central London's major landmarks
Not included
- Food and drink
- Transport to the meeting point (easy by public transport)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Start at one of London's biggest train stations, conveniently located in the heart of the city.
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Stop 2
We walk through "Banksy" graffiti tunnel on our way to the river, and the giant London Eye.
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Stop 3
Next, we cross Westminster Bridge and pass by the iconic Big Ben, stopping for photos along the way.
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Stop 4
Passing through busy Westminster, we'll pass Parliament Square and beautiful Westminster Abbey
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Stop 5
See the stunning parade ground where many Royal events are held
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Stop 6
Enjoy a stroll by the lake and through central London's most popular and well-kept park, on our way to the Palace!
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Stop 7
We'll make a quick stop for photos at the home of the King!
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Stop 8
We cut through Green Park and into this upmarket part of the city, home to Clarence House, St. James's Palace and more
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Stop 9
Next, pass through the UK's most famous public square. See the famous lions and statues, as well as the impressive National Gallery
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Stop 10
Leaving busy Westminster behind, we enjoy a walk along the River Thames starting in the colourful Embankment Gardens
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Stop 11
Entering the oldest part of London, see the modern skyscrapers mixed with ages-old buildings
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Stop 12
We stop for photos at magnificent St. Paul's
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Stop 13
Cross the famous "Wobbly Bridge" to the lively South Bank of the river, where we can see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
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Stop 14 · 45m
After exploring the South Bank, we'll take a break at Borough Market - London's most popular food destination!
Here, you'll have free time to explore and grab something delicious for lunch. -
Stop 15
Cross the London Bridge to enjoy amazing views of Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast and much more
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Stop 16
Stop to hear the story of how London was almost burnt to the ground!
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Stop 17
We pass through a church largely destroyed in World War 2 - now a charming little park
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Stop 18
Next, see one of the last remaining sections of London's original Roman Wall!
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Stop 19
We'll walk around the outer wall of the incredible Tower of London
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Stop 20
A must-do experience! We finish by crossing the iconic Tower Bridge
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Stop 21
We finish near a 250-year-old pub - the perfect place to end our adventure!
(Visiting the pub is optional and not part of the tour)
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.
End point
We end after crossing Tower Bridge, and we'll take you to a great local pub nearby (optional)
Traveller ratings
5.0
1 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
- You don't need to be a superhero, but an OK fitness level is recommended. We cover a lot of ground! It's a little over 10km in total, with a lunch break about 2/3 the way through.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Welcome to London Tour (Private or Small Group City Walk) take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $111.11 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?
Friendly local guide to lead the way; Choose a Private Tour or Small-group Sunday Tour; Guided walk through London (with a break, approx. 10km total distance); Lunch break at Borough Market & Visit to a classic old British pub (optional); External visits to all of central London's major landmarks.
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 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
