Private Full-Day London Highlights Tour with Guide & Driver
Description
Discover London like never before on a private tour with your own guide and driver, exploring the city’s world-famous landmarks and hidden corners alike. Stroll from a glittering palace to an iconic bridge spanning the legendary Thames, from the grandest church in the land to the clock called Big Ben, then dive into the colourful chaos of the East End with its bustling markets, quirky shops, and vibrant street art. Hear fascinating stories, uncover the secrets of Londoners past and present, and capture unforgettable photos as old meets new. From the West End to the Square Mile and beyond, this adventure wanders on and off the beaten track, blending history, culture, and surprise around every corner, creating memories you’ll treasure forever.
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Itinerary
Hear the stories about the Palace's famous residents through the ages and why it is, in fact, not a palace at all.
The best vantage points for the Queen's London residence, Buckingham Palace, can be found here along with stories about secret wartime tunnels underfoot.
We will stop by the residence of Prince Charles and Camilla and see the soldiers guarding their home.
Once inhabited by the Queen mother and Princess Diana, this Palace is where we will share the stories of Royal intrigue and scandal.
Visit the "most beautiful park in London" for a stunning photo opportunity and a walk to experience the first Royal menagerie - with their over friendly squirrels and pigeon eating pelicans!
Arguably one of the most important churches in the land. Place of coronations, Royal weddings and burials, final resting place of Charles Dickens, Isaac Newton, Elizabeth I and Bloody Mary.
A formerly hidden bunker where Churchill and his cabinet met during World War 2.
See where the Prime Minister lives right here in the heart of the capital.
Pat the Queen's Horses and make the Wardens laugh... if you can. Another classic photo opportunity.
It doesn't get more iconic than Big Ben. Learn all about the history of this famous landmark.
The cradle of Western democracy and site of the famous Gunpowder Plot - stop here for an external tour of one of the most storied institutions in politics.
The mighty Thames - see London's famous waterway whilst we discuss how this stretch of water helped build an Empire.
The heart of the capital where Londoners come to celebrate, mourn and protest in times of national importance. This is usually a great spot to stop for a traditional lunch.
Often confused with Tower Bridge, discover the early gory function of this bridge, as well as how some of the bridge has ended up in Arizona.
The best spot for lunch in London. Rub shoulders with old-fashioned market traders and Michelin chef's. Try some jellied eels or Cornish pasties and find the best and freshest produce from local farmers as well as delicatessen from around the globe.
The other most famous church in the land which hosted the stunning wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana and which Churchill defended against all odds during the Blitz in WW2.
This moving Monument tributes those who perished in the Great Fire that destroyed much of the city - and also gave way to rebirth and the end of the plague (the fire killed the rats that carried the plague). We can climb to the top if your legs can handle it!
Legendary and infamous - most who walked in here never walked out. Enjoy an extensive exterior tour of this bastion of British history.
Another classic landmark spanning the iconic River Thames.
Experience one of the best markets in London's classic East End! A strong urban youth vibe pervades the scene with street art, food stalls and music to complete the picture.
Look out for Banksy, amazing 3D artworks and the melting pot of the "cool cats" of London
Vibrant and buzzing strip which is home to the creative tribes of the capital as well as the Bangladeshi community. This is the place to taste the finest curries and see the best explosive street art. There are markets, cafes and clubs and it is also the former stomping ground of Jack The Ripper.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will meet you at the hotel's concierge desk. If there is no concierge desk then we will meet you at the front desk / lobby of the hotel. If you are at an Airbnb or alternative accommodation, your guide and driver will be waiting outside the property 5 minutes before your tour start time.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
I have been on lots of private tours. JT and our driver MJ were amazing. By the end of the tour it was if we had been friends for years. Truly an amazing experience!!! I would rebook this tour again and again. Worth every penny !!!
It’s an overall great experience. Our guide Guy was a wealth of information and made us feel like old friends. When we return to London we will only want Guy to be our guides.
A beyond perfect day. My wife had family over from Ireland but they were only here for a day - the kids had never been to London so we wanted to treat them to a day out to see all the sights of the Capital. We were picked up from the hotel by the Guide Tom and Driver Anna. In the morning we were able to cover so much, Trafalgar Sq, Big Ben, Buck Palace, Covent Garden (which the kids loved) and the Horses on Whitehall. In the afternoon, we went for lunch at Borough Market, Tom gave us some great places to find the best food, and then we carried on with our adventure - Tower Bridge, Tower of London and the City. Tom was entertaining for the kids and engaging for the adults. Being a Londoner myself, I even saw areas and stories that I never knew about! Our family went away happy and I cant thank the guys enough for what was a phenomenal day. Top Marks!
Company was great in accommodating booking within 24 hours after competitor cancelled on me at the last minute. Our guide Joe, and driver Anna were superb and arrived at our hotel early. The vehicle was immpecably clean and comfortable. The tour took us to all of the iconic sites in London and some that were off the beaten path. Joe's knowledge of the sites visited was exceptional. He was very charismatic and enthusiastic. Anna'a driving was suberb and together they had a chemistry that made our tour thoroughly enjoyable. At the end of the day, we shared a lot of laughs, had a great lunch at a historic pub, and saw and photographed a lot of history. Truely a memorable experience and a highly remmended tour.
