Top London Holidays - page 4

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.

With this tour, enjoy a VIP experience most tourists don't get: a private viewing of the Inner Circle at Stonehenge, one of England’s most mysterious and magnificent landmarks. With round-trip transit via a comfortable coach from London, you're ensured a seamless experience of this world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. Combine your visit with a trip to Windsor Castle (if option selected), an official residence of the royal family.

Walk in the footsteps of London’s most infamous serial killer on a coach-and-walking tour of London. See the sinister side of the city as you creep down gas-lit alleys and secluded streets to discover London’s gory history; travel by coach between destinations and listen to terrifying tales told by an entertaining expert guide. Plus, enjoy authentic fish and chips at a traditional London 'chippy'.

Explore Notting Hill at your own pace on this self-guided walking tour. Simply download the app and follow its directions to discover attractions such as colorful Pembridge Road, Portobello Road Market, and iconic filming locations from the 1999 movie. Ideal for travelers seeking a flexible, stress-free way to experience the charm of this vibrant neighborhood.

Get a behind-the-scenes view of one of Britain’s most popular TV shows, "Midsomer Murders," on this guided tour from London. Head out to Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire to see some of the locations where the series was filmed. Expect a real taste of the English countryside as you drive past thatched-roof cottages, historic pubs, and rolling hills.

Discover the sights and history of London at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off cruise of the River Thames. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions away from the crowds on land. Disembark at the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament—or whichever attraction catches your attention—from within an all-weather vessel, which lets you sail regardless of rain.

Explore the dark side of London’s East End on this evening walking tour, ideal for travelers who want an entertaining, and potentially frightening, alternative to typical city tours Follow in the footsteps of historic serial killers such as Jack the Ripper and listen to stories of grave-robbing, witchcraft, murders, and executions. This tour is led by writer Declan McHugh, author of “Bloody London.”

London’s top sights don’t come cheap. But you can save almost 50% on the cost of admission when you buy The London Pass®, a digital package that gives you free entry to more than 100 of London’s top attractions. Enjoy sights such as Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, the Tower of London, and the original Madame Tussauds, with a handy app (or PDF guide) to help you plan your trip.

Discover the best of London in just one day on this action-packed tour. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, check top attractions such as Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey off your bucket list, and enjoy a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral. You also receive a ticket for a Thames River sightseeing cruise to use after your tour, and can upgrade to include an evening ticket for the London Eye.

Gain an intimate perspective of Notting Hill on this self-guided walking tour. Download the app and set off, with audio commentary guiding you to the district's highlights. Enjoy the flexibility of self-guided sightseeing, focusing on what interests you and pausing whenever you like for photos and coffee breaks. Note that entrance fees for Museum of Brands and Electric Cinema are not included.

Escape the bustling streets of London for the day—and visit some of West England’s prettiest places—on a full-day tour of Bath, Avebury, and Lacock. Ideal for history buffs, this tour covers the Roman spa town of Bath, replete with Georgian architecture, and the village of Lacock. Plus, visit Avebury to see the largest prehistoric stone circle in the world. This small-group tour is limited to 16 travelers.

Enjoy a hassle-free way to explore Stonehenge—and leave all the logistics to someone else—on this day trip from London. This package includes round-trip transport aboard an air-conditioned coach, plus prebooked Stonehenge tickets and audio guides. Upon arrival, have ample free time to explore this UNESCO-listed landmark independently. You can even upgrade to include a classic fish and chips meal upon returning to London.

Explore London's major sights with a 1-, 2-, or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass covering three routes. Spot landmarks including Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace at your own pace. Complete your experience with a hop-on hop-off Thames River cruise for a fresh city perspective. Updated route schedules and stops ensure you can plan your sightseeing efficiently across all circuits.

Taste your way through Bermondsey’s Beer Mile with a local guide to show you some of the area’s best watering holes. Discover new breweries and taprooms on a guided beer crawl, stopping at five different spots and trying new beers as you go. Whether you’re new to the city or you’ve lived here for years, your guide can help you experience a delicious new side of the city.

Avoid the hassle of self-driving and maximize your time and budget on this full-day tour from London, which kicks off with a tour of Leeds Castle, Henry VIII’s former Tudor palace. Next, explore the medieval city of Canterbury, famous for the grand Canterbury Cathedral. After lunch, admire the White Cliffs of Dover en route to the Battle of Britain Memorial. Next, discover more of Britain’s maritime history in Greenwich. Then, cruise along the River Thames, past landmarks such as Tower Bridge and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

See some of England’s most popular attractions in just one day on a tour from London. Travel by air-conditioned coach to see the prehistoric stones at Stonehenge and enjoy a panoramic tour of the Georgian spa city of Bath. Then, drive through the enchanting hills and villages of the Cotswolds and visit the birthplace of the famous William Shakespeare at Stratford-upon-Avon.

Rather than jostling the crowds on land, watch the River Thames light up at night on a dinner cruise with live jazz. Kick off your night with a glass of sparkling wine as you glide into the current and admire the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Tower of London from a unique perspective on the water. Enjoy live jazz music while you indulge in a 3-course dinner in a heated cabin, with plenty of time to take in the sights between courses.

Visit filming locations from some of the most popular romantic comedies ever made—including "Four Weddings and a Funeral," "Bridget Jones's Diary," "Love Actually," and "Notting Hill"—on this private, film-focused tour of London. With a private guide, travel on foot and by tube, learning about the fun facts surrounding the filming of these classic movies along the way.

Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford sit in different directions from London, and reaching all three in a day by public transport isn't realistic. Check them all off in a single day on this tour, with an audio-guided visit to Windsor Castle, time among the stones at Stonehenge, and a guided walk through Oxford's university buildings, including Christ Church College and the Bodleian Library.

Discover more about London’s mysteries, legends, and haunted spaces with this private exploration game. Instead of following a guide, enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided game that you can start and stop according to your schedule. Along the way, follow clues and solve puzzles to find the location of London’s most haunted street, and pass by iconic areas such as Mayfair, Bond Street, and Green Park.

Arriving in London after a flight often means navigating crowded terminals, managing heavy luggage, and queuing for taxis. This private transfer removes the hassle by providing a prebooked pickup from London Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport, Luton Airport, or London City Airport, with a driver ready to meet you on arrival.

Delve deeper into the infamous history of Jack the Ripper during a walking tour of East London. Start by looking around the Jack the Ripper Museum, which sets the scene. Then, embark on a walking tour of Whitechapel, where most of the murders took place. A small group ensures personalized attention from your guide, and an evening departure heightens the creepy atmosphere.

Discover London’s lively pub culture and learn about a spooky side of its history at the same time on this private walking tour of the city’s (allegedly) haunted pubs. London is a very old place with lots of grim and gruesome stories that your guide can’t wait to share with you about everything from riots to executions to outright murders.

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