Top England Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Journey deep into Chester’s dark history on this self-guided walking tour. Rather than follow a timetabled group tour, set out when you want at your preferred pace to experience the city’s creepy locations: uncovering stories and other secrets you may not hear on your own. Visit sites reputedly still guarded by long-ago Roman soldiers, hear about phantom-roamed pubs, wander murky graveyards, and linger as you wish at each stop to absorb the atmosphere. Ideal for ghost-hunters and history buffs.

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."

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.

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.

Enjoy the iconic Oxford experience of punting on the River Cherwell without doing the hard work on this private tour led by an Oxford University student. Relax and take in views of key landmarks, colleges, and literary inspirations as you glide along the river with your student guide directing the punt.

Looking for an independent and flexible way to see Cambridge? This private self-led audio tour via smartphone app offers a convenient, budget-friendly sightseeing option with GPS guidance. Upon booking, download the app to your phone, and enjoy lifetime access to the recording. When you’re ready, make your own way to 9 King's Parade, pop in your headphones, and let the tour—recorded by a former Cambridge student and resident—guide you around the city.

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.

Make the most of your time on Isle of Man and tour the island with a private guide. Situated in the Irish Sea between England and Ireland, the area was once home to Vikings, as evidenced by the many neolithic tombs, Celtic crosses, burial grounds, castles and forts that dot the island. Admire the sweeping terrain—sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and rolling hills that meet in a mountainous center.

ExploreLondon in a way few tourists will—in a special, road-legal go-kart led by a private local guide to show you some of the city’s most incredible landmarks. From Hyde Park to Big Ben to Trafalgar Square and much more, your tour leader will take you for a fun drive around the city that you’ll never forget. Costume rentals available.

Kids will be just as fascinated by the Tower of London as their parents on this half-day family-focused private guided tour. In the company a Blue Badge Guide, specially trained to keep kids entertained with stories from London’s rich history, explore the highlights of this historic landmark, including the Crown Jewels, the Beefeaters, and more.

With a vast collection, the British Museum can be difficult to explore on your own. Get more out of your visit with a private guided tour that includes entrance tickets. Instead of wandering from room to room, wondering what you’re looking at, benefit from a licensed guide with a degree in Classical History. See some of the collection’s highlights—including the Rosetta Stone—as well as lesser-known objects that might appeal to you.

Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament and the Churchill War Rooms, to on this private guided tour in London. Explore the UNESCO-listed Houses of Parliament, and visit both the Commons Chamber and the Lords Chamber. Afterwards, visit the Churchill War Rooms, located in a bunker deep below street-level, and see where the Prime Minister led the war effort.

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.

Enjoy a more personalized way to explore Cambridge—and get a behind-the-scenes experience from a student or alumnus guide—on this private, two-in-one tour. Take a walking tour to see many of the university's most famous colleges, including Trinity College and King’s College, while learning what student life is like at Cambridge. Then, enjoy a classic punting experience on the River Cam—and even upgrade to visit King's Chapel.

Tailor-made for archaeology fans, this private walking tour takes you into the nooks and crannies of the City of London where Roman ruins still lurk. Discover the ancient city once known as Londonium, from old Roman baths, the ancient city walls, the remains of an amphitheater, and, when access allows, the Temple of Mithras that rests beneath a 21st-century office tower.

The hometown of the popular 1960s rock band, Liverpool boasts Beatles landmarks all over the city—but it’s tough finding them if you’re new to town. Make your sightseeing simple, and visit many of Liverpool’s key Beatles landmarks and memorials in one trip, on this private taxi tour. Head straight to sights such as Penny Lane, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and more, all while your driver-guide shares insider stories and history.

Float along the River Cam on a private punt just for you and your travel companions. You'll have the whole punt to yourselves, and will receive personalized attention from your guide. Pass the beautiful landmarks of Cambridge University and learn about their history while relaxing on this chilled-out river tour.

Make the most of your limited time in the area—and visit two of England’s highlight destinations—in one seamless, private tour. Depart in the afternoon from your Bath accommodation, and head first to Lacock, where you’ll tour the village's historical streets, spy its many filming locations, and more. Then, continue to Castle Combe (said to be one of the Cotswolds' prettiest villages), for a tour and traditional English cream tea.