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Getting to the Harry Potter™ studio tour means a trek out to Watford and sorting your own trains, on top of timing entry to a site that books up. This small-group tour handles both, with round-trip train transport from central London and timed entry arranged. Inside, walk the original film sets, see props and costumes from across the eight movies, and learn how they were made.

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

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.

Make your visit to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour seamless on a full-day tour that includes round-trip transportation from the coach station at King's Cross and St. Pancras. Skip the hassle of trying to find your own way there; instead, relax on the luxury coach during the journey to the studios in Watford. Your tickets to the experience are included in the tour cost, so you don't have to worry about any logistics.

The Warner Bros. Studio, where the Harry Potter™ movies were made, is located on the outskirts of London, making getting there a challenge. This full-day tour includes round-trip coach transportation from central London and allows you to effortlessly spend the day exploring spellbinding movie sets independently.

Enjoy a more rewarding visit to London's Tate Modern on this guided tour. Visiting in a small group of no more than eight people provides plenty of opportunity to ask questions about the artworks and the 19th-century power plant that houses the modern art museum. See works by Picasso, Dalí, and Warhol in the permanent collection and also learn about the many temporary exhibits that the museum has displayed in its relatively short history.

Whether you’re traveling with kids or a lover of quirky niche museums, don’t miss The Postal Museum in the heart of London. It’s dedicated to telling the story of worldwide postal communication and Britain’s role in it. Highlights include the extraordinary narrow-gauge Mail Rail. Save time and beat the lines by pre-booking tickets so you can get straight to the exhibits after your arrival.

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.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

Have the special chance to go behind the scenes at one of the world's best-known gin distilleries when you prebook tickets to Bombay Sapphire Distillery, located near London. Led by an insider guide, discover the secrets of the distilling process, learn more about Bombay Sapphire's botanicals, explore production spaces, and even watch a film about the making of the gin. Plus, to accompany your excursion, you can enjoy a cocktail.

Enjoy a seamless way to explore the enchanting world of Harry Potter™, without the hassle of juggling multiple bookings, on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Explore Oxford’s historic landmarks, including the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, then head to the studio to stroll through original sets and view costumes worn by beloved characters.

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this guided walking tour. Explore highlights such as Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace (view the Changing of the Guard on days it's scheduled). Then, cruise the River Thames on a comfortable boat to the Tower of London, and delve into British history as you view the Crown Jewels.

Discover London landmarks linked to the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Queen, and other rock legends with ease on a private black cab music-themed tour. Choose the start time and tour duration that works for your schedule and meet your driver-guide at your hotel for a seamless experience. Save time as your travel to highlights such as the Abbey Road crossing, Trident Studios, and beyond with direct transfers.

Visit many of London's top landmarks in one convenient booking. Start with an early-access visit to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, including the Opening Ceremony and a self-guided Tower of London visit via a multilingual app, taking it all in at your own pace. Then, take another self-guided walking tour for independent exploration of other Westminster landmarks, including Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.

To maximize limited time in London, combine a British tradition with a sightseeing excursion on an afternoon tea cruise on the Thames River. As you sail from Tower Pier to Westminster, admire London landmarks including the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye—without having to navigate or jostle among the large crowds that gather at the monuments. Plus, indulge in tea, freshly prepared cakes, and sandwiches.

Enjoy a seamless way to experience the magic of Harry Potter™ at the Warner Bros. Studio on this full-day, round-trip excursion from London. Pick from a range of start times, board a climate-controlled bus, and head straight to the attraction; tickets are included, so you can head straight in. Enjoy ample time to visit the Hogwarts Great Hall, Diagon Alley, and other enchanted sets and scenery from the Harry Potter movies.

Instead of wasting vacation time in queues, save time by booking your ticket in advance and immerse yourself in glamour and spectacle at Madame Tussauds London. Head to the world-famous attraction and spend some quality time with remarkable wax replicas of popular celebrity figures. Enjoy access to the interactive Marvel Super Heroes 4D Exhibition, Spirit of London Ride, Chamber of Horrors, and more.

Explore beyond London without renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads on this full-day coach tour to three of Britain’s historic and culturally important destinations. Visit Windsor Castle to see the State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, continue to the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge, and finish in Bath, famed for its Georgian architecture and the Roman Baths.

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.

Eating well in East London means knowing which spots locals rate and which are tourist traps, hard to judge as a visitor. This small-group food tour does the sorting, walking you between Spitalfields, Brick Lane, and Shoreditch for a run of tastings: a warm crumble, Brick Lane curry, freshly baked bagels, and fish and chips among them. A guide covers the area's mix of cultures as you eat your way through.

Reaching Kent's scattered landmarks from London means a day of trains and connections before you've seen anything. This full-day coach tour links three in one trip: Leeds Castle with its moat and parklands, the medieval city of Canterbury, and Dover's White Cliffs and clifftop castle. A guide covers the history as you travel, and the logistics of getting between them are handled, with a Cathedral tour available as an option.

London's darker history is scattered across the city, and the sites tied to it are easy to walk past without knowing what happened there. Ride a vintage Routemaster bus with a guide instead, covering the ground between them while the stories fill in what you're looking at. Pass landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, and Fleet Street, lit up as you go.

Avoid piecing together a Beatles-era-inspired route in London without direction; this private walking tour has a guide that'll do it for you. Stroll through central areas to see key sites such as Carnaby Street, Abbey Road crossing, Denmark Street, and other Beatles landmarks. As you walk, your guide shares stories behind Paul, John, Ringo, and George—both as individuals and as a group.