Private London 30+ Sights Walking Tour & St Paul's Cathedral
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See over 30 London sights with a private guide, then enter the incredible St Paul's Cathedral! Join your own expert private tour guide on an exploration of London’s major landmarks. This is the perfect introduction to the history and culture of one of Europe’s best-loved cities! We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where you'll have the chance to watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (10am tour - certain days only). We then head to Westminster. Sights we'll see along the way include Downing St, Westminster Abbey & the Houses of Parliament. Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, where we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Potter film locations, The Clink Prison, London Bridge, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge & the Tower of London, and much more! After your 5-hour walking tour, your guide will direct you to St Paul's Cathedral and hand you your tickets so you can explore this incredible old building at your own pace.
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After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.
Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.
We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!
After your walking tour, your guide will give you directions and tickets to enter the amazing St Paul’s Cathedral!
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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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1)
This private historic tour of London exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, the experience was personalized, engaging, and incredibly informative. Mark, our guide, was not only knowledgeable but also a natural storyteller who brought centuries of history to life. If you’re even mildly interested in history, this tour is a must.
