Top London Cultural Tours - page 11

Experience the mystical side of the City of London on this small-group walking tour with a guide to show you spots you might not find independently. Go back in time to the Druid days and the Knights of the Templar and follow the history right up to the present. Visit popular sites like St. Paul’s Cathedral, and also some lesser-known spots such as Cheapside, among the oldest trees in the City.

Get out of London for a day and explore three typically English destinations: the royal town of Windsor, the university city of Oxford, and the charming Cotswolds. This private door-to-door tour includes hotel pickup and makes it easy to explore independently (any admission tickets are at your own expense) with a guided walking tour of Oxford.

Follow in the footsteps of Charles Dickens on this intimate small group walking tour. Visit locations that inspired his works, including hidden alleys, courts, taverns, and historic London landmarks like Fleet Street and St. Paul's Cathedral. Enjoy free entry to the Charles Dickens Museum—all with one simple booking. The itinerary covers bucket-list sites with a guide sharing facts about the famous author you'd easily miss otherwise.

Tate Britain is home to the world's greatest collection of British art, but with so much to see, it’s hard to know where to start. Whether you’re a fan of Henry Moore, JMW Turner, Francis Bacon, or John Constable—or want to see works of the pre-Raphaelites—this customizable guided tour will make things easier.

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.

Discover a different side of London's Soho area on this guided group walking tour that takes you through decades of music history. Learn all about the legends who worked, partied, and played here, and hear stories you won't see in the average brochure. See Carnaby Street, Chinatown, Savile Row, and more, as your guide tells you all about London's culture through the lens of its musical past.

Fans of the British royal family will love this 20-attraction comprehensive tour of royal London with a guide and small group. Plus, kids go free and only pay for their attraction tickets. You'll have plenty of time to ask questions as you stroll through the area around Westminster Abbey and see spots related to the royal family. This tour comes complete with a ticket for entrance to Westminster Abbey, where you can explore independently after the tour.

Follow in the footsteps of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in the English language, during a London walking tour with a literary twist. Designed with fans of Shakespeare in mind, this tour takes you to a multitude of memorials and landmarks associated with the Bard, many of which are difficult to find unless you’re a local. As you go, explore with a professional actor who will deliver famous soliloquies and more.

London’s East End is the epicenter of the city’s vibrant street art scene, and the stomping ground of legendary artists such as Shepard Fairey, Eine, and Banksy. This small-group tour takes you through cool local neighborhoods, with a guide pointing out the highlights—so you don't miss a thing. Discover colorful street art, see sites associated with Jack the Ripper, stroll down Brick Lane, and visit the eclectic Spitalfields Market.

Why spend your layover stuck in the airport food court when you can explore London’s top attractions? Take a private tour of the capital and create a custom itinerary based on the things that interest you. Visit Tower Bridge, eat traditional fish and chips, stroll through Covent Garden, and more. Whatever you decide, your private guide is with you every step of the way to ensure an authentic English experience.

Visit England’s famous university cities—Oxford and Cambridge—on a day trip from London. While the cities are near to the capital, reaching them can feel tricky if you’re a car-free visitor. This excursion offers convenient round-trip transportation from your London hotel, plus city tours that cover Oxford’s Bodleian Library and Cambridge’s Mathematical Bridge. You can even opt to include entry to Christ Church College and / or King’s College Chapel.

Far from the tourist hordes, this private walking tour visits parts of London that Princess Diana once frequented—and loved. Learn about her favorite sites, including shopping arcades and restaurants, as you cross lived-in parts of the city on foot. Enjoy hotel pickup and a flexible itinerary while hearing well-kept secrets about her friends and what the princess loved to do—the perfect tour for any fan of Diana or the Royals.

Tick off more than 30 of London’s most-visited attractions in a single day on this family-friendly walking tour. With a small group, get a sense of London’s royal culture and long history, stop for the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace (time and date depending), before continuing through Westminster, past the Tower of London, and on to St. Paul’s, where you won’t have to queue for entry tickets.

Discover the history and legends surrounding the knights, Crusaders, Templars, and Freemasons of London on a private tour. With the aid of personal transportation, the extensive itinerary takes you to landmarks, hidden gems, and popular filming locations that most London visitors miss. Highlights include the Temple Church used in "The DaVinci Code" film, the Seven Stars Freemasons pub, and the Old Curiosity Shop featured in Charles Dickens' writing.

The Fab Four’s life story is all over London, but discovering far-flung Beatles-themed sites on your own isn’t easy. Ideal for fans, this private walking tour ticks off the highlights in just several hours. Begin with the iconic Abbey Road Crossing and Abbey Road Studios. Head to Mayfair to see where the band lived, then venture to Soho to the site of their last public performance.

Explore The Wallace Collection Museum in London with a guide on a private tour that’s both entertaining and educational. Pick your tour leader’s brain on what you see and explore the museum at your own pace. The tour will be tailored to your interests, so you’ll only see what you’re passionate about. Your guide can’t wait to show you around.

London’s National Gallery has a vast permanent collection of more than 2,300 artworks, so it’s hard for first-time visitors to know where to start. On this private tour, maximize your time as your guide shows you all the highlights as well as points out notable paintings that many visitors miss. This tour will take all the hassle out of your visit, so you can spend more time admiring masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and more.

Explore the elegant neighborhood of Bloomsbury, one of the most creative areas of London, like a local and discover its history and highlights in just a few hours on this private guided walking tour. Pick a departure time that works best for your schedule and customize the tour to your interests for a fully personalized experience.

The Tate Modern is one of London’s most popular museums, but its vast collection can quickly overwhelm even the savviest art fan. Head straight to the highlights during this small-group tour, which includes admission tickets. Navigate around the crowds and discover masterpieces by artists the likes of Dali, Picasso, and Warhol, all while learning more from your guide’s stories. Tours are capped at just six people to keep things personal.

See the highlights of London in a private, family-oriented walking tour. With just your guide for company, you'll stop to admire top Westminster sights such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and more. Enjoy family-friendly commentary designed to engage younger visitors and bring the sights to life.

Admire the city's tucked-away sights that many visitors overlook on this private tour of London. Discover hidden gems and highlights with a local host who knows the city best. View Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, then go off-grid to discover old prisons, cemeteries, and other secret places as your private guide reveals their stories and secrets. Plus, your tour can be personalized according to what interests you most.

Capture the best of London through your camera lens—and enjoy the undivided attention of a professional photographer guide—on this private tour. Learn how to get the best out of your camera, then put your newfound skills to the test as you walk through central London. Capture classic London images such as red telephone boxes, Tube signs, and suited horse-guards, or focus on landmarks like Big Ben, Parliament Square, or Westminster.

Check off some of Edinburgh's top sights—and enjoy an independent excursion that's perfect for anyone who wants to avoid a big tour group—on this full-day trip from London. Travel to the Scottish capital by train, and set off on a hop-on hop-off bus tour upon arrival. Visit Edinburgh Old Town; wander the UNESCO–listed Royal Mile; and explore Edinburgh Castle with your included entrance ticket.

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.