Top London Historical Tours

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Secure your entry to the Tower of London—one of London's most popular attractions—by booking tickets before you arrive. View the remarkable Crown Jewels and visit the White Tower, Traitors’ Gate, and Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn was beheaded. Follow a Beefeater guard on a walk to hear insider stories about this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site, which holds almost 1,000 years of history.

Tower of London and Crown Jewels Exhibition Day Ticket

1 dayFree Cancellation

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London’s iconic landmarks are even more meaningful when you understand their history—but long lines and confusing routes can slow you down. On this guided tour, explore Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben with guided commentary that brings centuries of royal and political drama to life. Upgrade for skip-the-line entry and a fully guided visit inside Westminster Abbey, or choose the exterior tour with optional self-guided access to the Sunday organ recital.

Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Have only a limited time in the British capital? See the best of London in just half a day—and enjoy a more immersive way to see the sights—on this guided walking tour. Pick a start time that works best for you, and set off to explore London’s bustling heart and key landmarks. You can look forward to spotting sights like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, and more.

London 30 Top Sights with Fun Local Guide

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience London’s traditional pub scene—and discover historical drinking dens that most visitors miss—on this small-group, half-day tour. Accompany your guide to the history-saturated City of London, and visit at least four noteworthy pubs (drinks separate expense). Pop into centuries-old alehouses, see literary haunts favored by writers such as Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture as you explore.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

London in WW2 Walking Tour with Churchill War Rooms Visit

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & British Royalty Guided Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

British Museum Guided Tour with Priority Timeslots(Small Group)

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.

London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London & Cruise

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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 combination walking tour and sightseeing cruise. Explore highlights including Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace (where you'll view the Changing of the Guard on scheduled days). Then, cruise the Thames on a comfortable riverboat to the Tower of London, where you can delve into British history with a guided tour of the thousand-year-old fortress.

London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster & River Cruise

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

London's Palaces & Parliament Tour (See Over 20+ London Top Sights)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Winston Churchill & London in World War II Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

London spreads its landmarks across the city, and linking them on foot or by Tube eats up the better part of a day. A black cab covers far more in a few hours, with a driver-guide handling the route and the history between stops. The tour passes Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Covent Garden, Shakespeare's Globe, and the London Eye, with photo stops and short walks along the way.

The Premier Classic London: Private Sightseeing Tour by Black Cab

4 hoursFree Cancellation

VIP Beefeaters Meet & Greet with Tower of London Guided Tour

Many Jack the Ripper tours focus on sensational details rather than historical context. This guided walking tour takes a different approach by centering on the lives of the victims and the social conditions of Victorian London. Walk through the streets of Whitechapel while learning about Jack's victims—Polly, Annie, Elizabeth, Catherine, and Mary Jane—and how poverty, housing, and employment shaped their lives. Your guide explains how the crimes affected the local community, offering a more thoughtful way to understand this chapter of London’s history without relying on shock-driven storytelling.

Ultimate Jack the Ripper : Guided Tour of London

Skip the hassle of planning multiple trips and transport connections from London on this full-day coach tour that brings together three of England’s most famous sights in one smooth itinerary. Visit Windsor Castle to explore centuries of royal history linked to monarchs such as Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth, then head to Stonehenge to see one of the world’s oldest and most mysterious monuments, and end the day in Bath.

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath Full Day Guided Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Admission Ticket to The Tower of London & Crown Jewels Exhibition

VIP Tower of London and Crown Jewels Tour with Private Beefeater Meet & Greet

3 hoursFree Cancellation

London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

The church as we know it today was founded by Henry III in the 13th century, who ordered the demolition of Edward the Confessor’s royal palace and a monastery situated on the site. In its place, a new Gothic cathedral was built that was consecrated in 1269: From now on, by decree of the King of England, Westminster Abbey was to be a place for the coronation and burial of monarchs. - Royal Tombs, Today, over 3,000 people are buried or memorialised at Westminster Abbey, including 30 monarchs and notable historical figures such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking and Geoffrey Chaucer. - The Coronation Chair in St George’s Chapel is perhaps the most famous piece of furniture in the world. - Poet’s Corner - Explore the Lady Chapel & Chapter House - Royal Tombs - Unknown Warrior - Pyx Chamber - The Quire - Cloisters

Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket with Options

London Private Black Cab Tour: 2 hour highlights/hotel pick-up

With such a high concentration of world-famous attractions, Westminster is an essential stop on any London sightseeing itinerary. After a walking tour of the borough’s major attractions, descend into the Churchill War Rooms to learn the secrets of the famous leader as he strategized during World War II. This landmark-packed tour is perfect for history buffs looking for a manageable but extensive tour to fit into a busy schedule.

Westminster 3 Hour Walking Tour and Visit of Churchill War Rooms

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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London in WW2 Walking Tour with Churchill War Rooms Visit

Marc_L, Sep 2026

Great Tour and Outstanding Guide!

Francis is an excellent guide. His commentary is interesting, easy to follow and loaded with information & a binder of unique period photographs. This brings history alive with the perfect balance of competence and humor. He attends to individual needs without compromising the group which personalizes the tour for everyone. Top Notch in every way!

Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

SUSAN_V, Sep 2026

Lovely Experience

Long day of walking but worth every bit of it seeing iconic landmarks BigBen,Westminster Abbey (beautiful) Buckingham Palace etc.Our guide Richard was very knowledgeable and made it interesting listening . Wear comfortable walking shoes and take water and there are free toilets when you get inside the Abbey …yay👏

Tour for Muggles The Ultimate Harry Potter Walking Tour in London

Patty_C, Sep 2026

Great and interesting tour

Harry did a fantastic job. He not only told us interesting tidbits about Harry Potter (posing a question to see if anyone in the group knew the answer). Congratulating correct answers and giving the answers if we were stumped. Also, as we walked around parts of London, he pointed out Harry Potter locations and took us down small alleys that we would not have discovered on our own. My husband and I would highly recommend this tour.

London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)

Rhonda_M, Sep 2026

Great Experience

This tour was amazing! Our guide was Will whom was very knowledgeable regarding the areas we were visiting. We arrived at each location at the perfect timeframe which enhanced our experience we saw the mounted police outside Buckingham Palace that passed right in front of us. Big Ben chimed while we were right there. Our tour guide Will gave us adequate time at each location we never felt rushed had plenty of time to enjoy the stunning sights of London and pictures. I would recommend this tour to everyone it was like a leisurely stroll through the park while visiting all the amazing sights! With plenty of surprises.

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

Maria_R, Sep 2026

Best Tour/Guide Ever!

We have been on many tours like this all over the world. This was the best we have experienced. Our guide, Dan, was brilliant, he knew all about the many sites we visited and conveyed mountains of information (history, architecture, art, commerce, social structures, restaurant recommendations) to us in a friendly, very easy to understand manner. He kept us engaged as we walked miles around the area, including a very thorough tour of Westminster Abbey. The only downside is that guides on future tours we take will not be as good as Dan.

London 30 Top Sights with Fun Local Guide

Lovely_R, Sep 2026

Best to see London with Nick

I had a great time with our tour guide Nick. He was very informative and and enthusiastic. He surpassed our expectations. The long walk was bearable because of him. I learned a lot. I had so much fun that I look forward to seeing more of London on Sept. 9( I booked another tour with friend)

Winston Churchill & London in World War II Walking Tour

Jennifer_K, Sep 2026

**Absolutely fantastic tour!**

This was easily one of the highlights of our time in London. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the history, and brought the stories of **Winston Churchill, World War II, and London during the war** to life in a way that was fascinating from beginning to end. We’ve visited London many times, but this tour gave us an entirely new perspective on places we had walked past before. The combination of the **war memorials, Churchill history, personal stories, and historical context** made everything so much more meaningful. We learned a tremendous amount without the tour ever feeling like a history lecture. The pacing was excellent, the stories were memorable, and our guide was wonderful at answering questions and keeping everyone engaged. Even the teenagers in our family really enjoyed it! **If you love history—or simply want to understand London and its role during WWII on a deeper level—I cannot recommend this tour enough. A must-do in London! 🇬🇧**

Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & British Royalty Guided Tour

Roy_F, Sep 2026

Great Tour of Buckingham Palace

Our guide Chelsey did a wonderful job showing us the sights around Buckingham Palace. She was very knowledgeable and told us several good stories about the kings and queens of England. She made the characters of English history real people with all their good and bad traits. Once we reached the palace she had to leave us and we toured the interior on our own with an audio device. We would recommend this tour. When you book ask for Chelsey.

London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

Roy_F, Sep 2026

Clifford is the Greatest.

Clifford was the best driver/tour guide we could have asked for. He was considerate of my wife's mobility issues and was always there at the cab door to help her in and out of the cab. He showed us sights in London we never would have seen on our own. His knowledge of London is superior. He was entertaining and knowledgeable about London and its history. He extended the tour by almost an hour because he wanted to make sure we saw everything we wanted to see. If you're going to do a Black Cab tour of London, ask for Clifford. You will not regret it.

London: The Original Classic Rock & Beatles Tour

Ronald_H, Jul 2026

Fantastic and fun tour!

Our tour guide Ian Luck was absolutely brilliant and our driver Jack was safe and efficient! Ian knows so much about music and the music places in and around London. He took care of us at the Abbey Road crosswalk, was informative, and handed out little memorabilia to show and keep. You get more than your money's worth!