London Essential 2 hour introductory Walking Tour With a Londoner
Description
As a qualified guide and lifelong Londoner, it will be my pleasure to welcome you and show you the city I love and live in. This 2-hour walking tour takes you through the essential must-see sights of London, with plenty of photo opportunities at some of the city's most famous landmarks. Discover four royal palaces, Westminster Abbey, the Royal Parks, Trafalgar Square, the Royal Guard and much more. Along the way, I'll share fascinating stories about British history, royalty and London life, as well as local tips and recommendations on how we Londoners live, eat, party and play — helping you make the most of your time in the city. Your London trip sorted! London by a Londoner.
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Itinerary
As we start our tour we take a stroll through Green Park to head down to Buckingham Palace , why does London have so many beautiful green spaces?
We stop near the gates of one of the most famous buildings in the world, but what is the history and facts of this stunning palace ? I also take you to the best spots to take that Instagram pic !
Who lives here ? and why are the Kings Guard outside, we learn about the house and the Kings Guard. I also share with you the best spots to view the Changing of the Guard.
One of the most underrated but important palaces in London is steeped in History , we stop by to learn why !
One of the most beautiful Royal Parks with an array of wildlife, With photo opportunities not to be missed.
One of London's Iconic Road , has some great monuments to some of England's Greats and as we stroll up to Trafalgar square we take in the rich history of British culture past and present.
Another iconic London Landmarks has some of Britain's most treasured stories as we discover the past and present of this area of Lodnon
It used to be the largest Palace Complex In the World . What happened to it ?
As we meet the Royal Horse Guard with that iconic photo opportunity and the importance of Horse Guard and Horse Guard Parade
The home of the British Prime Minister and the Famous Black Door, we find out who has been No.10 Most famous resident, and how modern politics works.
The Iconic Clock Tower and why is it called big ben? We learn a talk about one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
The Original Palace of London is still here but now serves as our parliament. We learn a little about the past and some strange laws that have been made throughout the times.
The Iconic famous Westminster Abbey, dating back over 1000 years. The place of Coronations, Royal Weddings and Funerals !
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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(140)
Great walking tour! Clear communication about meeting point. Rich was made the experience memorable and was happy to answer questions and offer local knowledge. One of the best walking tours that I’ve done, I would highly recommend! Wish we had stayed longer to experience his other tours.
I'm really pleased you enjoyed the tour and found the local tips helpful. There’s always so much more to share about London, so it's wonderful to hear you would have liked to join another tour. Hopefully that's just a reason to come back and visit again! Until then, thanks again for the recommendation, and I hope you have many more fantastic adventures. Best, Rich
Rich led and engaging tour of a city that he clearly loves. He enjoys a vast knowledge of history and interesting facts. Truly an enjoyable experience. This was the righ t amount of history without venturing into boring territory.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really pleased you enjoyed the tour, and I'm especially glad you felt it struck the right balance between history and having fun—that's exactly what I aim for. London has so many incredible stories to tell, and it's always a pleasure sharing them with guests. I hope you have a fantastic rest of your trip and that you'll be back to explore even more one day. Best, Rich
Rich was terrific! He lead us on 2 hour walking tour around the essential, major sites in London and kept us entertained and informed the whole time. Our three kids, ages ranging from 12-19, all loved it as well (which says a lot!) and thought Rich was awesome! Highly recommend him to anyone who wants a fantastic tour!
What a lovely review to read! It was great fun spending the morning with all of you, and I'm especially happy to hear your three kids enjoyed it too—winning over teenagers is always a bonus! 😄 I hope the tour was the perfect start to your London adventure and that you made plenty more great memories during your stay. Best Rich
Rich was terrific on our London Essential walking tour! Funny, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. We are a family of 5, with kids aged 12-19 and everyone had a great time. We saw incredible palaces, gorgeous gardens and he helped the history come to life. Highly recommend Rich for a tour!!
It was such a pleasure meeting you and your family! I'm so pleased everyone had a great time, and it was wonderful to hear the kids enjoyed it too. Bringing London's history to life through stories is exactly what I love doing. Thanks so much for the recommendation, and I hope you all have an amazing rest of your trip! Best Rich
I had a great time. Our guide was so knowledgeable on the city and its history. The best part was how he got us to Big Ben tower in time for the chimes at noon
I'm so pleased you had a great time! Timing our walk to hear Big Ben strike noon is always one of my favourite moments to share with guests. Thanks for joining me, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in London! Best Rich
Our family had a fabulous morning with Rich our tour guide! He did an amazing job bringing London history to life with the personal touch of growing up in London. I highly recommend this tour! Great way to be introduced to London!
It was a pleasure spending the morning with your family! I'm really glad you enjoyed the stories and seeing London through the eyes of a local. Thanks so much for the recommendation, and I hope you have a fantastic time exploring the rest of the city! Best Ric
Practical, fast, fun, and knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended
Grazie mille! I'm so pleased you enjoyed the tour and found it both fun and informative. It was a pleasure showing you around London, and I hope you had a fantastic rest of your stay. Safe travels, and hopefully I'll see you again on your next visit! Un caro saluto, Rich
Very nice walking tour with interesting facts about London, presented in a friendly and humorous way.
It was a pleasure hosting you and glad you enjoyed the tour. Hope to see you again soon. Best Rich
Excellent tour. We learnt quite a bit about London and it's history and had a lovely time. Thank you Rich
Glad you enjoyed the tour and learning a little more about London’s history. It was a pleasure showing you around, and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your visit. 😊 Best Rich
Rich is very friendly and knowledgeable. He communicated the historical and background information in an engaging and entertaining way. He timed it perfectly so that we got to hear Big Ben chime! Our family of four adults loved this tour. He kindly took time for family photos along the way and even gave us some great ideas on restaurants and activities to do after the tour. This tour is a perfect overview of the must see sights of London. Outstanding 2 hour walking tour-well paced and informative.
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family and showing you around London. I'm delighted you enjoyed the stories, sights, and of course catching Big Ben at just the right moment! I’m glad the recommendations came in useful and that the tour gave you a great introduction to the city. Hope you Enjoyed the rest of your time in London, and hopefully I’ll see you again on a future visit. Best Rich
