Top England Walking Tours - page 12

Explore Newcastle on foot to discover small details that you might otherwise miss if traveling in a traditional tour vehicle. Get your bearings in the sprawling city with ease and get the inside scoop on local culture and history, as you travel between top city attractions—such as Pink Land, Chinatown, the historic Town Wall, and Grey’s Monument—without having to navigate.

Explore London’s top shopping spots with a small-group tour. Visit exclusive boutiques and historic department stores as your guide leads you to the best retail gems in Central London. Browse luxury shops on Savile Row, step inside the iconic Liberty store, and pick up fine teas at Fortnum & Mason. Choose between an itinerary covering Mayfair, Marylebone and Oxford Street, or upgrade for a Chelsea-focused route.

Camden’s buzzing markets, street art, and musical legends make it one of London’s most popular cultural neighborhoods—but knowing where to start sightseeing can be challenging. This small-group walking tour reveals the history behind the scenes and saves you the hassle of navigating between highlights such as the Amy Winehouse statue and the world-famous Camden Market. Enjoy stories of icons such as David Bowie and Prince.

Enjoy a perspective on Cambridge and its famous university that you wouldn't otherwise get, thanks to this alumnus- or student-led tour. Set off on foot to see iconic landmarks such as the Corpus Clock, the Mathematical Bridge, and more. Follow it up with a serene punting tour along the River Cam—then, upgrade to head inside the storied King's College Chapel.

The British Museum is one of the world’s largest museums, so it’s little wonder some visitors feel lost when navigating the vast collection. Explore its highlights with a guide during this half-day tour. Learn about world-famous artifacts such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon Marbles through the eyes of the archaeologists who helped discover and decipher them. Plus, there's even a chance to play the world’s most ancient board game.

See the best of Canterbury in a short space of time with this guided tour around its Cathedral precincts and medieval lanes. No need to worry about navigating as a guide leads the way and keeps you entertained with stories of famous historical figures, writers, artists, and even the city’s hauntings.

See more of Canterbury than you would if traveling in a larger tour vehicle on a walking tour that offers an insider’s glimpse into one of Kent’s most picturesque cities. You’ll listen to stories about ghosts, authors, and historical figures that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook as you wander down medieval lanes and cathedral precincts.

Perfect for time-pressed and first-time visitors to Bath, this introductory tour will whisk you to the city’s top attractions. Pick from multiple daily departure times, and set off with just your Blue Badge-registered guide for company. You’ll admire Bath’s various UNESCO-listed highlights, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, the Roman Baths, and more. You can also further customize the itinerary based on your group’s interests.

If you’ve only got limited time to explore Falmouth, then make the most of it with this vibrant storytelling walking tour. Discover the centuries-old history of the town as you stroll down alleys, backstreets, and quaysides. Learn about the town's hidden secrets, stroll past interesting sights, and learn fun facts and stories that you might not find in a guidebook. Ideal for cruise visitors — tour meeting location is near shuttle bus drop-off.

Unravel the truths and myths of London’s most notorious serial killer on a Jack the Ripper walking tour that reveals the capital beneath the atmospheric cloak of darkness. Explore the dimly lit backstreets of London’s East End by night in the safety of a group, visit places frequented by Jack the Ripper, and learn the many different theories about the infamous murderer.

Follow an expert Ripperologist guide dressed in period costume through the streets of east London to learn all you ever wanted to know about Jack the Ripper. You'll follow in the killer's footsteps on his reign of terror through Whitechapel, learning about Victorian history and the culture and media frenzy. Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and take photos.

A must for all fans of maritime history, big ship fanatics and anyone who loved the film The Titanic. Explore the history of the building of The Titanic in Southampton’s Port of Present and Past, and learn about its unique design that hailed both the future of shipbuilding and brought about a famous shipwreck. As well as The Titanic, hear about the QE2—the Royal yacht—and the Mayflower and discover their stories on this unique tour.

Experience Oxford through the eyes of a university alumnus or student—and check off many of its top sights in a single excursion—on this guided, time-saving tour. From Trinity College to the meadows where Lewis Carroll first dreamed up "Alice in Wonderland," get a unique insight into what it’s like to be both a local and a student in this historic city. You can also upgrade to visit New College independently.

Visit Stonehenge and Bath without having to sort out your own transportation on this tour from London. Head out to Stonehenge to learn all about the mysterious stone circle with the help of your audio guide. From here, journey to the Georgian city of Bath, where your tour includes free time to explore the city’s many shops and teahouses and the option to visit the UNESCO-listed Roman Baths.

Discover some of London’s most enchanting neighborhoods the easy way—with a guide in the lead—on this fascinating walking tour. Discover the famous neighborhood of Notting Hill, Portobello Road and its antiques, plus Kensington Gardens with its Diana memorial and the exterior of the Royal Albert Hall. Finish your tour off with a classic cream tea that you can enjoy at your own pace.

This is the ideal way to get an overview of Brighton’s history and popular landmarks. Save time reading a guidebook and get a comprehensive introduction to the city from a guide instead. Along the way, visit the main attractions in the city’s Royal Pavilion and historic Old Town areas such as the Brighton Palace Pier, Brighton Beach, and North Laine.

Appreciating Birmingham’s unique architectural heritage can be tricky on a self-led excursion. Explore Birmingham’s canals and landmarks on a walking tour, and discover the Georgian, Victorian, and modern influences on the cityscape. Gain intimate insight into Brindleyplace, Broad Street, and beyond as you explore with your live guide or audio guide, and gain a comprehensive overview of the history and heritage of the English industrial city.

Drown out the London traffic and soak up the festive spirit on this silent disco walking tour of London's Christmas displays. Follow a curated route through areas such as Regent Street and Seven Dials while listening to festive music through headphones to add to the holiday ambiance. Learn intriguing stories and about local holiday traditions from your guide.

Learn about York's history and legends on a 2-hour Viking walking tour with a private guide, Sigwulf. You'll walk through town to see historical landmarks and listen to stories from the Viking days. Departure time is flexible to suit your preferences.

Many people come to Cambridge to see its magnificent university buildings, but if you’d like to discover a different side of the city, and hear the stories that don’t usually feature on traditional walking tours, then this ghost tour is a great pick. As you follow your Cambridge University alumni guide past college buildings, discover more about the city’s most haunted places, and learn about famous ghosts—such as Oliver Cromwell.

Save hours reading up on the history of Cambridge, and instead, learn in an immersive and entertaining way with this history-themed walking tour. As you follow your guide around the city, learn about the Romans, the Saxons, the Vikings, and the Normans with humor and plenty of amusing stories. Along the way, pass by top sights such as Cambridge University's colleges, the Market Square, and Castle Hill.

Follow in the footsteps of ex-convicts during a tour of Shrewsbury Prison, home to over 200 years worth of history. You’ll explore the former jail with a prison office who once managed the wings, for the inside scoop on what used to occur within the walls. You’ll hear tales about capital punishment and see the spots on which executions took place.

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.

Celebrate women's achievements and their key role in London’s history on this immersive, one-of-a-kind walking tour. Meet your guide in Central London and set off on foot. YSee well-known landmarks, from Big Ben to Trafalgar Square, and also uncover lesser-known attractions that most tourists miss, including statues and memorials dedicated to the city’s queens, nurses, and political reformers. Learn something new, whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local.