Top England Art Tours

Beatles fans visiting Liverpool—this is the tour for you. Instead of exploring the city on foot, set off on a coach tour—the ideal way to cover lots of ground and tick off more Beatles-related sights in less time. During the tour, enjoy regular photo stops—including Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the childhood home of Paul McCartney, and The Cavern Club—where the Beatles performed 292 times.

Go off the tourist trail and immerse yourself in London's street art scene on this walking tour of East London with a local artist as a guide. Explore Spitalfields Markets, Brick Lane, and Shoreditch, and discover ever-changing murals and artwork you may not find on your own. Plus, learn more about their meanings and the artists behind them.

The sheer quantity of art held within London’s National Gallery makes exploring the museum independently an intimidating feat. This private tour of the National Gallery ensures you see all of the collection’s highlights, giving you the opportunity to admire masterpieces and artistic techniques you may miss by browsing aimlessly. Your guide will lead you to works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Rembrandt, while offering insight into the painters’ lives.

Join our expert-led 2 hour Shoreditch Street Art Walking Tour. Explore iconic murals, graffiti hotspots, and colorful alleys in this celebrated hub of urban creativity. Discover works by renowned and emerging artists, from bold statements to vibrant storytelling. Wander through winding streets and hidden courtyards, seeing large-scale pieces, stencils, and tags. Experience the heart of East London's street art scene, with constantly evolving works reflecting Shoreditch's spirit.

Skip the lines and avoid the crowds during this private tour of the National Gallery. Discover centuries of art, from the Renaissance to Impressionism, revealing secrets, techniques, and symbols behind each masterpiece. Marvel at works by Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Van Eyck, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Turner, Monet, Van Gogh, and more.

The British Museum is one of the largest museums of its kind in the world, with more than eight million items on display. With this tour, make the most of your time with an experienced guide and an itinerary customized to your interests and preferences. Take in the highlights or pick and choose the exhibitions that interest you most, and take a fascinating journey through human history, art, and culture.

Discover the Harry Potter movie locations of Oxford on this walking tour. Visit the famous Bodleian Library to see the hall used as Hogwarts’ Infirmary in many movies, and view other locations in one or two of Oxford’s oldest colleges. As you walk, enjoy a fun Harry Potter quiz, and learn about Oxford University and other famous children’s books written in the city. Entrance fees to the Bodleian and select colleges are included.

Reaching the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on the outskirts of London means working out trains and connections before you even arrive. Ride a coach straight there from central London at a departure time you pick when booking, with entry included. Once inside, explore the film sets, costumes, and props of the Harry Potter™ movies at your own pace, and see how the special effects were made.

Catching the Changing of the Guard with a clear view takes knowing where to stand, and Buckingham Palace itself opens to visitors only a couple of months a year. This tour covers both: a guided walk through St. James's Park to watch the ceremony, then entry to the State Rooms on a self-guided audio tour.

Many sites in Liverpool that are related to The Beatles are spread across the city, with many in residential areas that are difficult to reach without a car or local knowledge. This private taxi tour solves that by taking you directly to key locations in a classic cab, with hotel pickup and a flexible route shaped around your interests. Travel easily between Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and the childhood homes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo, while your guide connects the dots with stories about the places behind the music.

Gain deeper insight into the works at London’s Tate Modern art gallery than you would independently, all thanks to this guided museum tour. Explore with just a guide and small group for company, or upgrade for a completely private tour. Either way, look forward to seeing everything from Mondrian’s geometric compositions to Warhol’s pop art, as well as ever-changing temporary installations.

Discover the highlights of the world-renowned Victoria and Albert Museum during this bespoke private tour. Avoid getting lost as you are guided through one of London's biggest and most iconic art collections. Follow a customized itinerary through the museum, tailored to reflect your interests, as you listen to little-known anecdotes from the collections on display. Note that food, drink, and gratuities are not included.

Harry Potter™ fans won’t want to miss this magical experience at Warner Bros. Studio London. Bypass the crowds with a timed-entry small-group tour. See behind the scenes and discover how the movies were made—your guide ensures you don't miss a thing. Get up close to the original film sets, props, and costumes, learn facts you won't hear anywhere else, and snap photos of the wizarding world as you explore.

Many of rock’s greatest bands have London roots, and on this small-group tour, you’ll go on a deep-dive of their haunts on foot. Led by a local musician, you’ll wander through Soho, Mayfair, and beyond, getting a look at the land that created and shaped music’s greatest sounds from the likes of The Clash, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, and many other legends.

With eight movies to cover, researching your own Harry PotterTM London itinerary would take a bunch of time. Whether you’re Hufflepuff or Slytherin, follow in the footsteps of everyone’s favorite boy wizard on this curated tour of the key London hot spots. Please note that public transportation costs are at your own expense, and you should take any Platform 9 3/4 photos before the group meets up.

Most street-art tours only take you to look at the art, but on this one you have a go creating your own. Discover some of London’s most vibrant street art and learn basic graffiti techniques yourself during a combination walking tour and workshop. Venture off the typical tourist trail in hip, artistic Hoxton and Shoreditch. Discover street art by leading international artists, then enjoy a hands-on workshop.

Avoid tickets selling out and guarantee your glimpse into the lives of the royal family by prebooking your ticket to the State Apartments of Buckingham Palace, which are only open two months per year. Get two experiences in one: In addition to entry, you'll also get a walking tour of royal London monuments such as St. James’ Park and The Mall.

Movie enthusiasts, this one's designed just for you. Embark on a fascinating journey through York with an interactive tour that features movie trivia and group challenges. Along the way, discover iconic Harry Potter filming locations and enjoy additional elements such as video clips, costumes, and reenactments to enhance your experience. The tour is available in English, French, and German to accommodate more guests.

Step back into the Tudor era on this private tour of Hampton Court Palace. Built by Henry VIII in the 16th century and later expanded, it’s one of southern England’s highlight palaces. Meet your guide—a celebrated historian who’s appeared on Tudor-themed television specials—and get ready to explore (entry own expense). Whether it’s fashion, royal intrigue, artworks, or more, the tour can be specially tailored to fit your interests. You can also sign up for the general tour option for a broad overview of the landmark.

Explore beyond London and combine two classic itinerary stops without the hassle of planning. First, explore Oxford’s historic landmarks, including the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, along with other university sites. Then, immerse yourself in the magic of Harry Potter™ on a Warner Bros. Studio Tour. View costumes worn by beloved characters and walk through real movie sets.

London’s British Museum is home to millions of precious artifacts—but its size can make it hard to navigate alone. Make sure you see the best of its collections on this small-group or private tour of the iconic cultural institution. Follow your guide straight to a curated selection of cultural and artistic works that represent the diversity of the museum’s collection, from samurai armor to the Rosetta Stone.

The Warner. Bros Studio, where the Harry Potter films were made, can be a challenge to reach. Make getting there easy during this full-day self-guided excursion, which includes round-trip coach transportation from central London. Explore all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more.

Squeeze loads of London sightseeing into one small-group tour and learn all about your favorite band at the same time. Hear fun facts about The Beatles that you don’t get from the average brochure as you check out top Beatles-centric landmarks like Abbey Road, Trident Studios, and Savile Row, as well as hidden gems you’d easily miss.