Private London City Tour: Top Sights with Local Expert
Description
Get ready to discover the highlights and hidden gems of London in a unique private tour, ideal to quickly get in touch with the essence of this wonderful city. Let your local guide dip you into the history and culture of the British capital, avoiding the dense tourist crowd. Visit the highest skyscraper in Europe. Enjoy the wonderful views of the Thames from London Bridge and Millennium Bridge. Meet Captain Drake's galleon moored in central London. Meet the theatre where Shakespeare's plays were performed. Explore the famous and lively Borough Market. Admire the imposing Palace of Westminster and Big Ben. Visit Westminster Abbey, the oldest temple in London, scene of all the royal coronations since the 11th century. All this and much more in this fantastic Private London Kickstart Tour. Book now and let us make you quickly fall in love with this wonderful city!
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Itinerary
Admire the tallest skyscraper in Europe, which has been part of the London landscape since its construction in 2012.
Enjoy the best views of the River Thames from London's most famous bridge.
Explore London's most renowned food and drink market where you can find flavors from all over the world.
Meet the galleon with which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world in the 16th century, now moored in central London, learn from your local guide about its fascinating story.
See one of England's oldest medieval prisons, located in an area that has long been associated with crime and prostitution.
Feel as if you were in the 16th century and visit the reconstruction of the famous Globe Theatre, the Elizabethan theatre where the famous writings of William Shakespeare were performed.
Enjoy spectacular views of the River Thames from London's newest suspension bridge. Find out why they call it the 'Wobbly Bridge'
Visit the Anglican Cathedral in London. Admire its stunning dome, an icon of the city's landscape.
Visit this Gothic palace which serves as a meeting place for the two Houses of the UK Parliament.
Admire one of London's most iconic monuments.
Visit the oldest temple in London and one of the most famous in the world, which has been the scene of all royal coronations since the 11th century.
Watch the legendary guards ride in the Horse Guard Parade and meet the famous 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's residence.
Admire the fountains, monuments, and visit the smallest police station in London at the most iconic square.
Explore the lively market, one of London’s oldest trading spots, surrounded by street performers.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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(15)
Good walking orientation to the city. Note beginning and end point so you have a plan for transportation or activities after. You will not have the opportunity to visit any of the sites - just look at them as you walk by. Our guide spoke softly and was hard to hear as he walked. For some reason we did not see Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, Horse Guards Parade or Trafalgar Square on our 3 hour tour.
Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify that the tour was shortened at the guests' request due to time constraints unrelated to the experience itself. During the tour, there were several additional stops requested by the group, including bathroom breaks and a coffee stop. As the tour progressed, two guests needed to reach a sporting event and the other two had a reservation at Borough Market. The guide offered to continue and complete the itinerary, but the guests would not have reached their commitments on time. He therefore assisted them in finding transportation. For this reason, some landmarks scheduled for the later part of the tour could not be visited.
The tour guide gayatri was amazing. She was so nice, knowledgeable and flexible!!!!
Dominic was a fantastic guide! Very knowledgable and answered any questions we had. I would absolutely recomend him. This tour was on our first day and was a great way to get a lay of the land and learn a lot!
Beatrice is passionate and incredibly knowledgeable about London. She’s also a fantastic storyteller. Her ability to personalize and vary the tour truly went beyond expectations. I had such a lovely day exploring famous landmarks, tucked-away spots, and learning fascinating facts and bits of history.
My daughter and I had such an amazing tour with Luca. We’re both big fans of history, and he did a fantastic job bringing every story and place to life. He was so considerate, even offering to take photos of us at different spots along the way. The entire experience was engaging and fun from start to finish. Thank you for welcoming my daughter and me so warmly to your beautiful city!
Lot of walking. Dress warm for london. Be careful in traffic . Overall great experience …………………….. .
What an unforgettable day! Luca had an endless well of knowledge—not just about the big monuments, but also quirky stories and lesser-known details that brought the city alive. My wife and I laughed, learned, and created memories we’ll carry forever. Luca was easygoing, fun to talk with, and honestly felt like a friend showing us around. On top of that, he snapped countless great photos of us in perfect spots. We’re already excited to book another tour with him next time!
Mila gave us a truly amazing tour! She introduced our group to all the must-see places in London and even surprised us with some delicious snacks along the way. A perfect 10/10 experience!
We covered a ton of ground on this walking tour, but it never felt rushed. Along the way, we got stories that tied everything together—history, culture, even a few government quirks I hadn’t heard before. He even pointed out the pub where Dickens used to write! It really felt like discovering the city through the eyes of someone who lives and breathes it.
This tour was exactly what we needed with limited time in the city. It was a great mix of must-see landmarks and hidden spots we’d never have found on our own. Maggie made it fun, super informative, and really personal. Couldn’t have asked for more! Ask for Maggie!
