Receive a warm welcome to London on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with London to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: London is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $254.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:30 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Walk towards the Tate Britain Gallery, home to British and international contemporary art
Stroll through Victoria Tower Gardens towards the Houses of Parliament
See the most well-know clock in the world: Big Ben
Check out one of the largest open spaces in London: The Horse Guards Parade
Visit the well known Banqueting House at the Whitehall
Enjoy the lively atmosphere in Trafalgar Square. See the monuments and museums
Spot the hidden church on the corner of the square
End your tour in the cool Covent Garden area
Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, England.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private City Kickstart Tour: London lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $128 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $254. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 19 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet at the Covered Bus Stop outside Pimlico Station with the red letter “H” on it. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Withlocals.
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We recently had the pleasure of touring London with James, and what an incredible experience it was! He was a masterful storyteller, effortlessly weaving together history and anecdotes that made every stop. We also explored hidden corners we’d never have found on our own. The perfect balance of knowledge, charm, and discovery — an unforgettable day in London
Excellent tour. David is personable and very knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Highly recommend to families with teens.
Chris was amazing! Even though it was a typical rainy London evening, Chris made it memorable and fun! Very knowledgeable and knows the history of area like the back of his hand. Chris was amazing at answering our 10 year old nephews questions and keeping him engaged as well! I very much suggest Chris for your next London tour!!!
My wife and I booked a tour with Chris for our visit to London. Had a great time. So knowledgable and friendly. We learned a lot and had a blast.
Chris was an absolute gem of a guide for myself and my fiancé. We navigated through some scheduling issues (due to my confusion) and he was patient and understanding throughout the communications. He led us through Greenpark, through Buckingham Palace, by Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and we ended up at Trafalgar Square, which checked off all of our “wish list” spots. Chris was enlightening and knows SO much about British history, and weaved in some interesting tidbits about our personal interests. He provided us with advice for the rest of our trip, especially navigating the Eurostar and we couldn’t have left the tour more invigorated or appreciative!
Chris was very knowledgeable and was eager to tell the most minute details about the history of London. You can tell he's passionate about what he does. Communication all the way up until the day of the tour was good as well. The tour is definitely a little pricey for just one person so I would recommend to go as a group.
Anthony was a fantastic tour guide and story teller. We booked this tour early in our trip and Anthony gave us a long list of must-see sites. He also takes great pictures😊
We met Anthony at Noon on our first full day in London and greatly enjoyed the 90 minute walking tour. Anthony had tons of great stories to share, tips of what to see and do, gave us a historical overview of some of the city's top take in's, and was a truly wonderful guide. He was fun and incredibly knowledgeable, and I can't recommend this walk enough. It was worth every penny (or pound!) spent, and I would absolutely do it again. Add this to your list of must do's, you won't regret it!
It’s our first trip to London. Anthony did a great job of introducing our group to the city! There were six of us of all ages (ages 13-73!), and he kept us all engaged with his stories and helpful tips. We would definitely book again!
We enjoyed our time walking with Chris. He provided a mix of information about the development of London as a city, from public works to architecture. The tour focused on sights along the Thames and the Houses of Parliament. We ended at Trafalgar Square with great recommendations on things to do for the rest of our visit.
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