Top London Culture

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. Note that food, drink, and gratuities are not included.

Discover London’s rich regal history inside the UNESCO World Heritage Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels. Explore the majestic white tower and learn about the Yeoman Warders, Medieval Britain, and more with immersive exhibits storying the great British monarchs. This ticket also includes entry to see the impressive Crown Jewels, which have to be seen to be believed.

Don’t miss any of the details of Westminster Abbey with this hassle-free, professionally-guided group tour. You learn more about the history of the abbey than you would on a self-guided tour, plus have the option to ask your guide questions. This tour also includes refreshments in the Cellarium Cafe & Terrace, which isn’t part of most tours.

Experience the architecture and age-old traditions of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge on an early-access tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Watch the official opening ceremony of the Tower of London Beefeaters, take a peek at the Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive, and then hear the tales of torture and execution at the storied White Tower and Traitor's Gate.

Avoid tickets selling out and guarantee your glimpse into the lives of the royal family by prebooking your ticket to the State Apartments of Buckingham Palace, which are only open for two months per year. In addition to entry, you also get a walking tour of royal London monuments such as St. James’s Park and The Mall.

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.

See more of London's architectural highlights in less time on this small-group biking tour. With a guide leading the way and helmets and bikes provided, getting around is easy. Cycle from Covent Garden to the royal splendor of Buckingham Palace, from Westminster to the architectural grandeur of St. Paul's Cathedral, and beyond. Throughout your ride, listen as your guide shares insider stories about the city.

Step back in time to World War II in London on this small-group guided walking tour. Your guide will tell you stories of wartime courage and sacrifice and show you places that were significant to the war effort, including the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the Ministry of War. The tour ends outside Winston Churchill’s War Rooms, which you can explore independently with the option to include entrance tickets.

Delve into London’s rich musical history, without getting lost, on a bus tour of the capital’s rock ‘n’ roll sites. Tour the vibrant city in a comfortable vehicle, starting from South Kensington, and see the exteriors of renowned clubs, famous hotels, and record labels associated with music legends, including The Beatles, Jimmy Page, and Bill Wyman. Make a few stops for photo ops, including the Abbey Road street crossing made famous by The Beatles.

Indulge in a royal London experience on this tour of Kensington Palace Gardens plus a lavish royal tea. Begin with a guided walk through the historic Kensington Gardens, where British royalty have strolled for over 300 years. If you've upgraded, explore the State Apartments as well as the gardens as your guide reveals their history. Finish with an exclusive royal afternoon tea, complete with pastries, cakes, and sandwiches.

If you’re visiting London for the first time or have limited time, discover many of the most iconic sights of London on this half-day guided walking tour. Follow your guide and stroll past 20 top London sights, such as Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. Plus, exploring on foot gives you a more intimate glimpse into areas that can’t be accessed by cars or buses.

See two of Kent's highlights without having to hire a car on this full-day trip from London. Visit the White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury in one excursion, making it an ideal option for travelers who want to see more of Southern England in limited time. Enjoy an itinerary that balances scenic views with coastal walks, historic architecture, and free time to explore.

Hampton Court Palace is one of London’s most interesting palaces, but as it's half Tudor and half Baroque, unpacking its long history and architecture can take a lot of work. Make the most of your time and tour the palace with a former state apartment warder, who has worked at the palace for years, and can cover everything from Henry VIII and ghosts to LGBTQI+ history—or lead a kid-focused tour—depending on your group’s interests.

Designed for "Harry Potter™" fans who want more than just photo stops, this immersive walking tour brings London’s wizarding connections to life through filming locations and the real landmarks that inspired the books. Explore areas such as Soho and Covent Garden with a guide, pick up behind-the-scenes trivia along the way, take part in a fun quiz, and even get sorted into your Hogwarts house.

London's headline sights are spread across the city, and stitching them into one day on your own means a lot of transit and timing to figure out. Cover the main landmarks in one loop, taking in St. Paul's Cathedral, a photo stop at Westminster Abbey, the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London. An extended Thames River cruise rounds out the day, with the option to add a London Eye ride or cream tea at Harrods.

Get up close to the iconic Royal Guards on this group walking tour in London. Enjoy a prime view of the famous Changing of the Guards ceremony while avoiding the crowds at the gates of Buckingham Palace. See various stages of the ceremony, including the inspection, Old Guard, New Guard, Palaces, and even march alongside the Guards and Ceremonial Bands.

No visit to London would be complete without experiencing quintessential traditions such as the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Your guide takes you to a prime vantage point—difficult to find on your own—to observe the King's iconic foot guards, clad in red uniforms and bearskin hats, and watch the Household Cavalry put on an impressive display.

London's landmarks are spread along the Thames, and pairing dinner with sightseeing usually means choosing between the two and getting caught between them. Do both from the water instead, cruising past the lit-up city over a 3-course dinner as the sights pass by. A glass of sparkling wine on boarding starts the evening, with music and dancing to follow once you've eaten.

Walking up to the London Dungeon often means joining a queue and hoping a slot's free for the time you want. Book ahead to lock in an entry time and head straight in to a theatrical walk through the city's darkest history. Actors and staged sets bring the Great Plague, the Great Fire of 1666, London's infamous criminals, and a sentencing at Newgate Prison to life across the experience.

Swap the bustle of London for the countryside and discover several top attractions on a full-day coach tour. Immerse yourself in the interactive medieval exhibitions at Warwick Castle; drive through the idyllic Cotswolds countryside; visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare at Stratford-Upon-Avon; and discover the magical "Dreaming Spires" of Oxford on a walking tour. Avoid the hassle of self-driving and visit several spread-out attractions in one day.

Tick off two UNESCO-listed monuments in one day on this full-day tour of Bath and Stonehenge from London. Escape the city for a scenic drive through the English countryside, stopping to admire the ancient monoliths of Stonehenge and delve into the enigmas of the mysterious stone circle. Explore the historic spa town of Bath at your own pace and visit landmarks such as the Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent, and Bath Abbey (own expense).

Avoid sore feet and cover London's riverside sights without hours of walking on this evening river cruise. Cruise along the Thames on a riverboat with plenty of vantage points, passing landmarks such as the Shard, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Sip a glass of sparkling wine (or a soft drink) and snack on canapés as you sail.

Enjoy a seamless way to explore the enchanting world of "Harry Potter™" without 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.

Combine a guide-led visit to the Tower of London with a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames on this 2-in-1 tour that saves you booking separate activities. Delve deeper into hundreds of years of history at the Tower of London, where you’ll explore the famous monument, which dates to 1066, and houses the Crown Jewels. Then, board a cruise on the River Thames for a new view of the London skyline.