Secrets of the London Underground Small Group Walking Tour
Description
On this fantastic walking tour you'll join our expert guide for a tour of the world's oldest underground system. Learn all about the history of the 'Tube' as you travel through history from one of London's earliest, original stations to its newest and most futuristic. Hear how the networks was built and the variety of roles it has filled in its long history. Fans of trivia and fun facts will also hear some interesting facts along the way.
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Itinerary
The tour begins at the historic Baker Street Station, one of the original stops on the Metropolitan Railway, the world's first underground railway.
Oxford Circus Station - Construction began in 1962 on the initial Walthamstow to Victoria section, where cross-platform interchange were to be provided at Oxford Circus. The Victoria line platforms opened on 7 March 1969. The station opened as part of a second extension from Warren Street to Victoria.
Green Park, Down Street Station - It was opened in 1907 by the Great Northern, Piccadilly and Brompton Railway. It was latterly served by the Piccadilly line and was situated between Dover Street (now named Green Park) and Hyde Park Corner stations. ... Its lack of patronage coupled with its proximity to other stations resulted in its closure in 1932.
Picadilly Circus Station - Jump to History - History. The station was opened on 10 March 1906 by the Baker Street and Waterloo Railway (now the Bakerloo line) with the platforms of the Great Northern, Piccadilly and Brompton Railway (now the Piccadilly line) being opened on 15 December 1906.
Embankment Station - History of Embankment Embankment runs from the City of Westminster right up to the City of London along the north bank of the River Thames, and was originally developed in the 19th Century to reclaim marshy land from the river banks.
Westminster Tube Station - Image result for history of Westminster Tube Station The station was opened as Westminster Bridge on 24 December 1868 by the steam-operated District Railway (DR) (now the District line) when the railway opened the first section of its line from South Kensington. ... Access to the station was via a passageway from Bridge Street and a pedestrian subway under the road.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Contactless cards/Oyster Cards/Travel Cards (valid for Zone 1) are required and are not included
- Please note this is a walking tour that includes many steps so is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Days of operation : Apr-March Tues, Thurs, Sun except 24-26 December and 1st January
Reviews(95)
Very interesting guide. I knew a lot before when I have the interest and have read on but it was fun to see it live.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found the guide very interesting and that the experience brought the history and sights to life, even with your existing knowledge. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed seeing everything firsthand and found the tour both informative and fun. We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience! Warm regards, Evanevanstours team
Aaron was a fantastic tour guide very imformative.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Aaron was a fantastic and informative tour guide and helped make your experience so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Aaron. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable tour! Warm regards, Evanevanstours team
Excellent tour, well thought out with impressive and knowledgeable guide. Aaron was funny, engaging and able to answer any question throw his way. Would recommend to anyone interested in the tube, local or tourist alike
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found Aaron to be knowledgeable, funny, and engaging. It’s wonderful to know that he was able to answer all your questions and make the experience both informative and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we’re especially pleased that you would recommend the tour to both locals and visitors interested in exploring London’s Underground. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Aaron. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience! Warm regards, Evanevanstours team
Aaron was fantastic and so informative. Thank you so much.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Aaron was fantastic and provided such an informative and enjoyable experience. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable tour! Warm regards, Evanevanstours team
We had a very formative, fun & interesting tour with Arron. My daughter is obsessed with the tube and we both love history, we learnt much more than expected. Arran delivered this tour excellently. Highly recommended, we loved it.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your daughter had such a fun, informative, and interesting tour with Arran. It’s fantastic to know that your daughter’s love of the Tube and your shared passion for history made the experience even more enjoyable. We’re especially pleased that Arran exceeded your expectations and helped you discover so much more than you anticipated. Thank you for your enthusiastic recommendation—we’re thrilled that you loved the tour! We hope to welcome you and your daughter back for another memorable experience soon. Kind regards, Evanevanstours team
Aaron is super friendly, knowledgeable and patient. Strongly recommended
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words and strong recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that Aaron was friendly, knowledgeable, and patient throughout your experience. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to Aaron. It’s wonderful to know that he helped make your experience so enjoyable. Thank you for choosing Evanevanstours, and we hope to welcome you again soon! Kind regards, Evanevanstours team
Aaron was very knowledgeable, kept feeding us interesting facts, and really gave a great historical perspective on the London Underground.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Aaron’s knowledge and fascinating facts made your experience so enjoyable. It’s fantastic to know that he provided such a great historical perspective on the London Underground and helped bring its rich history to life. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Aaron. Thank you for choosing Evanevanstours, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience! Kind regards, Evanevanstours team
Very interesting, Aaron is clearly interested in this field, and it is refreshing to have a guide who can go with the flow and tailor the tour to the people on it.
Dear guest, Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that Aaron’s enthusiasm and ability to tailor the tour to the group made the experience even more enjoyable and interesting for you.
Excellent introduction to the history of the London Underground. Our guide Aaron was excellent in explaining the origins and development of the railway and its evolution over 150 years.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your excellent feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the introduction to the history of the London Underground. We’re especially pleased that Aaron’s explanations helped bring the origins and development of the railway to life. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon. Kind regards, Evanevanstours Team
This was a truly amazing trip! Our guide Aaron was so knowledgeable about the underground with so many interesting facts - I was sorry it came to an end it didn't feel like two hours! And was worth the money paid. I would definitely recommend this tour👍🏼
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience on the London Underground tour. We’re especially pleased that Aaron’s knowledge and fascinating facts made the journey enjoyable and engaging, and that the tour felt like it went by so quickly. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful for your kind words. We hope to welcome you again on another tour soon. Kind regards, Evanevanstours Team
