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Learn about a different, macabre side of the UK's capital city on this evening ghost tour. Follow your guide as you listen to haunting tales of London’s hidden history that most tourists miss out on—spanning crime, murder, and mayhem. Check city landmarks off your sightseeing list at the same time, including St Paul's Cathedral and more.

Get into the holiday spirit with this private tour of London's festive illuminations. London is a sprawling city, and getting around to all of the displays in one go is no straightforward feat. Save your energy and let your driver-guide navigate the way on board a classic black cab. Enjoy a roadside view of the lights around Regent Street, Oxford Street, Bond Street, Covent Garden, and more.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies for impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

London's most original and popular Jack the Ripper pub tour, led by published authors and true crime experts. Visit key crime scene locations, stopping off for drinks along the way at several historic pubs, including the famous Ten Bells - where Annie Chapman and Mary Jane Kelly were last seen alive - and the notorious White Hart Pub, where a prime suspect lived and worked in the dark cellars below. Explore the social heart of Ripper-era London, hearing of the murders as the locals would have heard them: whispered over pints, argued late into the night, and etched into pub walls and memory. Far more than a walking tour; it’s an immersive descent into the world of 1888, where every story is meticulously researched and every location is brought vividly to life. As part of your experience, you’ll receive an exclusive souvenir guidebook, crafted by our expert team and packed with rare photographs, detailed maps, and in-depth crime scene insights you won’t find anywhere else.

Enjoy an alternative, chilling spin on the traditional city tour with this ghost walk across London. Join a small-group and visit a selection of these (allegedly) haunted sites, including Charterhouse Square, Smithfield Market, and The Clink Prison Museum. Wander by night safely with a guide, and as you listen to creepy stories that reveal a darker side of the city's history.

Discover the sights and history of London at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off cruise of the River Thames. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions away from the crowds on land. Disembark at the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament—or whichever attraction catches your attention—from within an all-weather vessel, which lets you sail regardless of rain.

Delve deeper into London’s rich Christmas culture during a small-group walking tour based around Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol." Capture the festive spirit and wander through hidden alleys, historic courts, and centuries-old taverns, experiencing London as Ebenezer Scrooge would have. Visit real locations featured in Dickens’ stories, including a stop at one of London’s oldest pubs, where Dickens and the Hellfire Club once gathered.

While today Whitechapel is one of London’s most popular districts, once upon a time it was where one of the city’s most famous criminals stalked his victims and carried out his murders. Discover the areas that Jack the Ripper once terrorized while getting a deeper understanding about Victorian London and the still-unsolved murders on this Central London walking tour.

Skip the tourist traps and discover London’s historic pubs on this small-group walking tour of Belgravia. Uncover the city’s cultural heritage as you visit venues frequented by writers, actors, and the royal family. Get a glimpse of classic London architecture and benefit from the personalized insights provided by your expert guide.

Be immersed in Britain’s most famous cultural activity on this afternoon pub tour of London. Visit some of the city’s oldest taverns and get the traditional experience, with classic drinks and pub food included in the price. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your local guide and receive personalized attention on this small-group tour.

Delve into London’s dark history on an evening ghost tour of the city’s royal parks, hearing chilling tales you won't find on a standard walking tour. Under the cloak of darkness, explore dimly lit paths and pass historic buildings while listening to stories from your ghoulish guide.

Step into the murky world of Victorian-era London as you uncover the shocking truths of the city’s most notorious serial killer, Jack the Ripper. Brave a 90-minute walking tour of the murderous streets of East London where Jack the Ripper found his unfortunate victims, as you unravel the facts and play detective to one of London’s greatest mysteries.

Immerse yourself in the real-life stories behind one of London's most notorious criminal cases on this Jack the Ripper tour that is like no other. Follow your guide through the streets of East London and hear their insights into the serial killer's life and crimes while state-of-the-art RIPPER-VISION™, hand-held projectors bring the atmosphere of Victorian London to life.

Save time and prevent hassle by booking this shared small-group transfer service between Central London and Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, or Stansted Airports. Your driver will pick you up directly from your hotel; unlike public transport, you'll only make a maximum of three stops on the way to the airport. Don't worry if you have a late-night or early-morning flight, as you can book your transfer for any time of day or night.

London's landmarks are spread out and often mean separate tickets and queues for each. This small-group tour pairs two of them, walking you through Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, with a guide who covers Britain's royal and political history. See the Gothic architecture up close, and choose to enter one monument while viewing the other from outside—or upgrade to go inside both.

Get a behind-the-scenes view of one of Britain’s most popular TV shows, "Midsomer Murders," on this guided tour from London. Head out to Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire to see some of the locations where the series was filmed. Expect a real taste of the English countryside as you drive past thatched-roof cottages, historic pubs, and rolling hills.

Learn all about the darker side of London’s history and experience its spirited pub culture at the same time on this small-group walking tour around some (allegedly) haunted pubs. Tour with a qualified historian who’s called this area home since they were a kid, and listen as they share stories all about everything from murders to the Black Death. Visit locations you're unlikely to discover if exploring solo, and hear chilling tales that only the locals know about.

Make the most of a short trip to London with this private highlights tour of its neighborhoods and historical attractions. Start at Soho, Chinatown, and Westminster before taking the tube to the Notting Hill neighborhood. Stroll through Portobello Road Market and see filming locations from Julia Roberts movie, 'Notting Hill'. Opt to eat like a local and upgrade your experience to include a coffee and a pastry.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only at the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you. Travel between Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and more while enjoying panoramic city views from an open-top bus. Explore at your own pace, learn local history with onboard commentary, and upgrade your experience to include a River Thames cruise for a fresh perspective of the capital.

London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.

The Warner Bros. Studio, where the Harry Potter™ movies were made, is located on the outskirts of London, making getting there a challenge. This full-day tour includes round-trip coach transportation from central London and allows you to effortlessly spend the day exploring spellbinding movie sets independently.

If you're short on time in London, cover more of the capital's top sights in less time on an electric bike tour that lets you skip the stress of navigating public transport. Your guide leads the way so you don't have to navigate, while an electric bike saves you breaking a sweat like you would on a standard bicycle.

Eat your way around London’s Notting Hill area like a local, stopping at spots you’d easily miss if you tried exploring on your own. Ideal for fans of all things baked, try a range of sweet and savoury treats, such as cardamom buns, scones, bakewell tarts, and more. Avoid the tourist traps and learn about the neighborhood while you eat.

See more of London as you pedal around the sights of London in style on this small-group bike tour, which reveals some of the capital's top sights along a relaxed cycling route. Hop on board your classic English bike with an optional basket and follow your guide down quiet backstreets, past famous landmarks, and along the Thames River, then get off the beaten track as you discover the street art of Banksy and even have a go at your own graffiti tag.