Top England Walking Tours - page 9

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.

Seeing the Changing of the Guard on your own often means standing in a crowded spot or not really knowing what’s happening—but this small-group walking tour helps you get more out of the experience. Your guide leads you through London’s royal district to well-placed vantage points for viewing the ceremony, shares the stories and traditions behind it, and weaves in nearby landmarks.

Experience one of the world’s most famous universities on a walking tour of the prestigious Cambridge University. Gain insider insight you'd otherwise miss as you follow your guide—either a current student or alumnus—around architectural highlights such as Trinity College, King’s College, and Corpus Christi College. See the halls where alumni, including Sir Isaac Newton and C.S. Lewis, once walked, and peek into student haunts such as The Eagle pub.

Finding and visiting London’s real-life Harry Potter™ filming locations on your own can be time-consuming without knowing where to look. This guided walking tour makes it easy by leading you to famed spots such as the Millennium Bridge, Cecil Court—often linked to the inspiration for Diagon Alley—and King’s Cross Station, home to Platform 9¾. Along the way, your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories from the films, while allowing plenty of time for photos.

Uncover a unique perspective of London with this crime- and policing-themed tour, guided by a former officer with experience in both uniformed and detective roles. Explore landmarks like Trafalgar Square and Great Scotland Yard. Visit a Sherlock Holmes-inspired pub and delve into London’s intriguing history of crime.

Explore London’s history in a bewitching way with this guided walking tour. Led by your characterful witch guide, you’ll go on an enchanted journey across Southwark Cathedral, Winchester Palace, and beyond, hearing true stories and legends of London’s suspected witches throughout history, and their tragic endings.

Taste London's diverse cuisine on a small-group tour through Soho and Chinatown. Sample British classics and international dishes with priority entry at local eateries while learning about the area's rich history. Enjoy more than four tastings, including vegetarian options and beer, all in a relaxed, atmosphere. For a more personalized experience, upgrade to a private tour.

Enjoy the sights of London with a small, intimate group tour, where your guide shows you the best ways to navigate the city. This tour takes just around three hours, so you have plenty of time to do your own thing after the tour. Highlights include Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Churchill War Rooms, and much more.

From Blackbeard, the notorious pirate, through to Banksy, the globe’s #1 street artist, via Edward Colston, the slave trader whose statue fell during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, the city of Bristol has put itself on the map. Find out exactly how on this fascinating guided tour that mingles centuries of city history with vibrant street art—and leave with tips to make the most of your stay.

The City of London's story dates back to Roman times, and food is the perfect route into it. Feast on several different heritage bites as you follow in the footsteps of Charles Dickens and William Shakespeare on this food and history-focused walking tour. See the city up close on foot and discover hidden gems you'd likely miss on your own.

Venture beyond London's city streets to explore a historic site with hundreds of years of fascinating stories—Hampton Court Palace. Private and tailored to your interests, the experience explores both the Tudor and Baroque sides of the palace, taking in grand rooms and gardens while uncovering tales of Henry VIII’s six wives, royal court life, and the site’s ghost stories.

Travel back to the dark and dismal days of the Victorian era when Jack the Ripper roamed the streets. A Spooky Walking Tour about the most famous serial killer in the world. Explore the History Behind the Mysterious Jack the Ripper Murders. Learn about the murder sites, victims and suspects from a professional guide.

Queen landmarks can be found all over London, but locating them on your own can be tricky. Uncover the band’s origins and get a glimpse into their London life on this walking tour. See where "Bohemian Rhapsody" was written, visit the band’s first-ever London gig venue, and discover the final home of Freddie Mercury in Kensington—all while benefiting from insights provided by your guide, a fellow Queen fan.

Delve into the dark history of Bath on a ghost tour with a difference. Exploring the city at night gives you a completely new perspective of top sights such as the Royal Crescent and Roman Baths, while this interactive tour encourages you to take part in both the spooky stories and the paranormal experiments.

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.

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.

Squeeze all of Oxford's most popular sights into one day with this small-group, full-day tour. Explore the oldest Colleges in Oxford with the knowledge of your Oxford student tour guide and step inside Oxford's largest College with its own deer park. Then, continue your tour with a trip back in time at England's most iconic library. Harry Potter fan? Upgrade your ticket to include access to Christ Church, the famed college.

History and architecture fans—this one’s for you! Join a guide on a walking tour around Bath to uncover its impressive Georgian buildings while learning about its history. Discover stories about ordinary people that you wouldn’t find in a guidebook, and tick off lots of sights in just a couple of hours, including the Abbey Churchyard, the Roman Baths, The Circus, Pulteney Bridge, and the Royal Crescent.

Get an intimate glimpse into Birmingham’s vibrant city center on a walking tour that reveals aspect of the city’s culture and history that you might otherwise miss. Get the inside scoop on city life from your guide, and discover hidden gems and backstreets that even some locals don’t know about.

Combine comedy with crime on a walking tour of Gloucester with a difference. You’ll delve deeper into the history of the city than you would if you just read the guidebook alone, as you listen to stories that combine humor with hauntings. The route changes according to the date you book, and you can upgrade to make this a private tour.

Anyone can browse the dinosaur exhibits and gemstones of the Natural History Museum, but not many will understand their history and geology. But with a guide, you’ll go straight to the highlights of the 80 million-piece collection, all while learning about the origins and history of planet Earth. In a small group of just eight people (or on a private tour, if option selected), you’ll enjoy more interaction with your guide as you discover the best of the museum.

Avoid wandering Oxford without context or missing its hidden corners on this roughly 90-minute walking tour of Oxford University’s historic colleges. Benefit from the insider knowledge of a local guide as you follow the footsteps of alumni such as Stephen Hawking, Albert Einstein, and J.R.R. Tolkien, admire landmarks including Trinity College, New College, and the Radcliffe Camera, and step inside selected colleges and chapels to understand the traditions and stories that have shaped one of the world’s most famous universities.

Explore London by land and from the water on this sightseeing tour. Travel around the city by vintage double-decker bus, and look for top London landmarks like Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Then, hop out for photos at the Tower of London before taking a cruise along the River Thames. End with a quintessential cream tea with scones like a true Londoner at Harrods

Check off more of southern England’s attractions in less time on this private day trip to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Bath from London. Traveling in a private vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi, visit Windsor Castle, weekend residence of His Majesty the King; demystify the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge; and explore Bath. Entrance fees are extra.