Top England Private Sightseeing Tours

Trying to get from attraction to attraction in London can take hours and eat up valuable vacation time. Save your energy by traveling on board an air-conditioned coach, checking off top sights such as Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey. Enjoy a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral, and see another angle of the city with an included ticket for a Thames sightseeing cruise.

Trace the legacy of the Fab Four, and enjoy a passport back in time to 1960s London, on this private, half-day tour. Meet your guide at your accommodation or a pickup point of your choosing, and travel in the comfort of a classic black cab. You’ll visit buzzing neighborhoods like Soho and Marylebone, will learn Beatles-related history from your guide, and will even make a stop at the famed Abbey Road Studios.

Make the most of your time in London with a private half-day driving tour. Enjoy hotel pickup and the flexibility to customize the itinerary to sights that interest you, from highlights such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace to museums and more. Avoid the crush of the London underground by traveling in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver.

London’s Natural History Museum houses some 80 million objects, making it difficult for visitors to home in on the highlights independently without pre-planning. Save time with a privately guided tour that lets you avoid random roaming by focusing on the museum’s must-see specimens. Plus, having a guide by your side means you'll hear the stories behind many of the exhibits, learning secrets and details you might have missed otherwise.

Many of Oxford’s “Inspector Morse” filming locations sit within the city’s colleges and are easy to pass without realizing. Walk with a private guide to landmarks such as Exeter College, the Sheldonian Theatre, and Oxford Covered Market, hearing how they appeared on screen. Entry to one of Wadham, St. John’s, Exeter, or Balliol College is included, subject to opening.

See a different side of London on a private tour of London's Shoreditch, a vibrant area renowned for its dynamic art scene and cosmopolitan mix. Alongside your local host, visit signature spots such as Whitechapel Gallery, Brick Lane, and Spitalfields Market, and/or lesser-known gems like the Nomadic Community Garden and the Grenfell Tower Memorial Wall. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary and the undivided attention of your host.

York has a fascinating Roman past and this private tour unpacks it more efficiently than you could likely do alone. View the city’s Roman relics, including its Roman Column, York Minster—built over a Roman basilica– and other points of interest, all with guided commentary for background. Along the way, hear about mad emperors and lost legions; and discover how a posting to York was considered dangerous in Roman times.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II and delve into the life and work of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill on this walking tour of London. Descend to the Churchill War Rooms and enrich your knowledge of British history with commentary that covers little-known facts. Plus, see iconic London sights such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben without having to worry about navigating the busy streets alone.

See the highlights of the RAF Hendon Museum, learn about the history of British aviation, and hear insider stories from your guide on this private tour. Following pickup from your accommodation or nearby tube stop, head right inside the museum with your pre-booked tickets. Once inside, discover the enormous collection of aircraft, from Spitfires and Messerschmitts to hot air balloons and cruise missiles. You’ll also learn about the Battle of Britain and other historical events, and hear stories from your guide about his family’s own involvement in the field.

Devote some time to Liverpool’s film and music culture during a tour with a private guide. Ideal for a group of up to six people, the private walking tour puts the spotlight on bands like the Beatles and Queen, along with stories and gossip about the city’s links to TV and film productions such as the Harry Potter movies and "Peaky Blinders."

Explore the city of Durham the best way, with a private Blue Badge guide who knows the city intimately. With an itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, you’ll walk around Durham’s history-steeped streets, discovering landmarks and vantage points, and learning about characters such as the little Count of Poland who left their mark on the city.

With a guide, you'll visit the Divinity School film site at the Bodleian Library. Ponder how studying at Oxford University compares to being a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and learn a bit about Oxford's history as your guide tailors the tour to the interests of everyone in your group.

Connect with Glastonbury’s nature and flora on a deeper level than most other visitors on this private walking tour around its most beautiful trees. Meet your guide—a resident of Glastonbury—for a walk around the beautiful countryside to discover the area’s natural beauty. Find hidden locations, gaze at Glastonbury Tor, hear insights into each tree, and enjoy your guide’s acoustic folk tunes as you absorb the nature around you.

Visit Oxford and top 'Downton Abbey' filming locations on this day trip from London. Start with a walking tour of Oxford and its famous university buildings, then continue to the Cotswolds’ village of Bampton, known as Downton Village in the award-winning British TV series. End with a visit to Highclere Castle, the real-life setting of Downton Abbey, featured in Downton Abbey 3: The Grand Finale.

The historic city of Bath and the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge are two of the most visited attractions in southwest England and are protected as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With this tour, visit both in one day with a private guide, including round-trip transport from Southampton. Admire the Georgian architecture and see Jane Austen's house on a walking tour of Bath, visit the Roman Baths, then discover the mysteries of Stonehenge on a guided tour.

Arriving in London after a flight often means navigating crowded terminals, managing heavy luggage, and queuing for taxis. This private transfer removes the hassle by providing a prebooked pickup from London Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport, Luton Airport, or London City Airport, with a driver ready to meet you on arrival.

Explore Southampton’s modern history on this private tour led by a Ph.D. historian or a trained guide with a background in history or education. Learn how historical events and modern culture have shaped the city while practicing mindful tourism to understand your impact as a visitor. With a personalized pace and expert insights, this tour offers a unique and thoughtful way to experience Southampton.

Opt for some Liverpool sightseeing on your own schedule, and skip the tourist crowds and the rush. This self-guided smartphone tour—downloadable from an app—lets you explore the city at your own pace, while giving you everything you need to orient yourself and learn about Liverpool. Landmarks like the Royal Albert Dock and the Cavern Club are on the GPS-guided route.

Discover London's best-known landmarks, as well as its lesser-known history, on this private or small-group walking tour of the city center. Alongside your guide, stroll through Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, and amble past Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and other major attractions. Along the way, learn about London's rich and turbulent history through your guide's in-depth commentary.

Designed for travelers with a historical interest in the supernatural, this private 2-hour ghost tour of York — one of the most haunted cities in the world — allows you to customize your itinerary to suit you. Choose to visit sites with countless reports of ghost sightings, including York Minster, and The Shambles, and listen to frightening tales rooted in York’s 2,000-year-old history. The start time and location of your tour is up to you.

Experience one of London’s top events, Buckingham Palace’s Changing of the Guard, on a walking tour to learn more about the spectacle. Choose from a private or small-group tour. Your guide helps you get optimal views, so you don’t miss any of the action. In addition, embark on a Central London walking tour to see many of the city's other top sights, from Trafalgar Square to St. James’ Palace.

See Manchester your way, your style—but with a local’s expertise—when you book this 100% personalized private custom tour. Perhaps you’re a football fan, looking to experience Old Trafford; perhaps you enjoy hip artsy hangouts such as Castlefield; or perhaps the Northern Quarter is more your speed. Whatever suits you, your guide will build the perfect itinerary for the duration you’ve chosen: pay as you go for attractions, food and transport.

London's headline attractions and the neighbourhoods locals actually frequent are often in different parts of the city, and combining both on a self-guided day means navigating between zones without a clear route through what's worth seeing in each area. This private tour links central London landmarks such as St Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe, and Borough Market with a Camden Market stop.

Art and history buffs, look alert: This private tour of London’s National Gallery and British Museum means checking off two of the city's best collections in one day. With your guide, you'll wander through mazes of artistic and historical treasures, navigating with ease to legendary pieces such as Van Gogh’s "Sunflowers", the Rosetta Stone, and Jan van Eyck’s "Arnolfini Portrait". And as a private tour, you can customize your itinerary, seeing the masterpieces of history on your list.