Top South East England Walking Tours - page 2

Get the inside scoop on Oxford's storied history on this private walking tour. Through your dedicated guide's informative narration, learn about the evolution of the university and all the achievements that have taken place there. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, personalized attention and plenty of time to ask questions, since this is a private tour for just you and your party.

This is the essential tour for Harry Potter fans. Spend the afternoon discovering the sites of Oxford associated with the Harry Potter movies, including the Divinity School inside the Bodleian Library, and learn behind-the-scenes secrets about the Harry Potter actors, and J. K. Rowling. Afterwards, explore Christ Church College which inspired the Great Hall of Hogwarts, on a self-guided tour.

Discover the rich literary heritage of Oxford on this private guided tour. Learn about Lewis Carroll, C.S. Lewis, and J.R.R. Tolkien, and see many of the sites featured in Harry Potter, including the Divinity School of Bodleian Library. Afterwards, explore Christ Church College, where many Harry Potter scenes were filmed, on a self-guided audio tour, with guaranteed entry.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the 'Call the Midwife' set on this walking tour at Chatham's Historic Dockyard. Follow your guide around the dockyard and learn how it was transformed into a filming set for the famous BBC series. As an added bonus, you’ll see an exhibit featuring original costumes and props used in the show.

You will be walking with Dr Lillian Cespedes Gonzalez, a PhD historian who has been living and studying in the south of England for 13 years. (Please note our team has grown in the last 4 years and although Lillian delivers the majority of our tours, there are other guides now all trained by her who are either historians/educators). During this walk you will learn the history of Portsmouth as a naval city and the impact the development of the Royal Navy had on this town. We will talk about main events in British history such as the First and Second World War, the Peninsula War, the development of naval warfare and the impact it has had in human life. But also, we will get to experience a beautiful and charming seaside city with lovely views and a character of its own.

Experience Oxford through the eyes of a university alumnus or student—and check off many of its top sights in a single excursion—on this guided, time-saving tour. From Trinity College to the meadows where Lewis Carroll first dreamed up "Alice in Wonderland," get a unique insight into what it’s like to be both a local and a student in this historic city. You can also upgrade to visit New College independently.

This tour is a private tour for your group only. Your guide will use a number of laminates and maps to help you understand: - The background to the 1066 conflict and why Emma of Normandy is the lynchpin character. - Why there were 4 contendors for the English throne in 1066 and how the actions of each led to 1066 seeing 4 Kings, 3 battles and 2 invasions. - How the Battle of Hastings unfolded hour by hour and the tactics used by each side. - What happened after William won the Battle of Hastings. You will: - Stand on the acknowledged position of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall - Walk the perimeter of the battlefield (weather permitting) - View the place where King Harold was killed - View the Abbey ruins Customizable: 10am start time can be changed to - any time between 9.30am and 11am Mobility - The battlefield permeter walk is unsuitable for wheelchair users (details of the battle explained overlooking the battlefield) Please message to request alternatives above

Discover the rich history and unique architecture of Oxford on a personalized walking tour led by an experienced, independent, local guide (we're new here on Viator). This tour provides insights into the Oxford University system, the colleges, and fascinating stories of notable figures who shaped the city. Tailor your experience by choosing a theme such as literature, history, or music to enhance your visit. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, allowing you to explore hidden corners and learn about the vibrant student life at Oxford today. A visit to one or more colleges is highly recommended for a complete experience. - Private tour tailored to your interests and schedule - Flexible duration, typically 2 hours, with options to extend - Explore themes like literature, history, and architecture - Entry to one or more colleges can be arranged. We will arrange this with you in advance. This is an extra cost. - Prices include the Contrada Tours pre-tour planning service by WhatsApp.

A must for all fans of maritime history, big ship fanatics and anyone who loved the film The Titanic. Explore the history of the building of The Titanic in Southampton’s Port of Present and Past, and learn about its unique design that hailed both the future of shipbuilding and brought about a famous shipwreck. As well as The Titanic, hear about the QE2—the Royal yacht—and the Mayflower and discover their stories on this unique tour.

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.

As darkness falls, Oxford’s haunted history stirs to life! Journey through the oldest parts of the medieval city, uncovering its grim and gruesome past. Hear of murders and executions, phantoms and spirits, ancient libraries and unsolved mysteries—and the fascinating history behind them! From Martyrs Cross, where bishops burned in Bloody Mary’s reign, wander down shadowy streets to Dead Man's Walk, where a spectral soldier guards the city walls. Learn how Oxford’s brooding architecture has inspired storytellers like Tolkien, Lewis and Wilde, and hosted literary icons from Hamlet to Harry Potter. As you walk the moonlit passageways, your guide will share horrible histories and spectral stories from across the ages. They may even tell of their eerie experiences on Oxford's most haunted lane... if they're sure the poltergeist isn’t listening! Join us—and the ghosts of centuries past—for a tour of Oxford's macabre history, fantasy heritage and sinister tales to haunt your imagination…

Visit the historic town of Windsor on a half-day tour from London, including round-trip transfers and entrance to the lavish Windsor Castle. Admire the mighty stronghold, built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, peek into the royal bedchambers, and see Queen Mary’s doll house. Then, stroll the beautiful gardens and enjoy free time in Windsor.

With narrow cobbled lanes and majestic religious buildings, Canterbury is one of England's most charismatic cities. Discover it on this city walking tour with a private, accredited guide—unlike most other city walking tours, it includes access to the Cathedral precincts. You'll see medieval lanes, inns where pilgrims stayed, and lovely gardens, while your guide tells you colorful stories and gruesome tales.

Visit filming locations from the British television series 'Inspector Morse,' as well as spin-offs 'Lewis' and 'Endeavour,' on this Oxford walking tour. With a guide, learn about the making of the detective show and visit Oxford University colleges to gain insight into what it might be like to be a student here. Entrance fees to select university locations are included; drinks are not.

Discover the royal town of Windsor before stepping inside the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Take Windsor at your own pace, spend quality time with a local and get your bearings on your very own private tour of Windsor. This experience combines a guided walking tour of Windsor with expert historical insight into Windsor Castle before you enter, so when you go inside, everything you see has context, stories, and meaning. Your guide will bring Windsor to life with tales of kings, queens, scandals, ceremonies, and centuries of royal drama, while showing you the town’s most important sights. Outside the castle, you’ll get a full introduction to its history, architecture, and the Royal Family’s connection to it today. At the end of the tour, your guide will take you directly to the entrance, and assist you in entering the castle with your tickets (included in this tour price!) allowing you to explore the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, and more at your own pace.

Discover the supernatural side of Oxford with this after-hours guided walking tour around Oxford. Hear spooky tales from pesky pub poltergeists to bloody battles as you walk the cobblestone streets past ancient colleges and public houses believed to be haunted, while hearing stories of encounters with spirits and ghosts and other supernatural phenomena.

This tour is not only a 'full immersion' into the world of Jane Austen in two of her favourite DA spots in East Hampshire, but also a perfect day trip from London to discover the true English countryside. It's the only tour of Chawton and Alton DA DA dato by an Italian who has lived in Chawton for years and tells the wonderful world of the English countryside through her blogs and videos followed DA thousands of people around the world. In addition to immersing yourself in the magical world of Jane Austen, by joining the tour you will also discover how to live in an authentic English village together with those who live there. It's really a tour suitable for everyone that perfectly combines history, culture and lifestyle.

Book this tour to hear stories of the Titanic, its passengers, and much more from your guide. You’ll visit the Mayflower Memorial, QE2 Mile, and a few more spots in Southampton along the way. You’ll keep costs down with this small-group tour, and maybe make a few new friends too. At the end, receive 10% off your drink at The Grapes pub.

Enjoy a tour exploring the lives, works and ideas of CS Lewis, JRR Tolkien and their circle. This tour is focused for an adult audience. Children may join it but the private tour option is more suitable. This tour typically lasts 2 hours to 2.5 hours and it includes entry to Magdalen college, where CS Lewis taught. If Magdalen is ever closed, we will inform you & offer refund or reschedule date or proceed with a visit to an alternative such as Exeter college, where Tolkien studied. This tour introduces both these famous writers and their lives here in Oxford plus offers insights into what life is like as an Oxford academic. Magdalen entry fee worth £10 per person is included. NOTICE: any known closures for Magdalen college will be published under the What's Excluded section. Please note that Magdalen only permits entry to up to 10 persons with guide before we must instead pre book with Magdalen. Thus, if you book at very short notice, you may instead be asked to do private tour.

Explore the fascinating world of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis on this guided walking tour through Oxford. See iconic locations such as Exeter College, the Sheldonian Theatre, the Bodleian Library, and Magdalen College, where the Inklings met. Discover how these writers inspired and helped one another. Enjoy a visit to Magdalen College, where Lewis spent nearly three decades. This tour provides a unique insight into the lives of these authors and the city that inspired them. - 2.5 hour guided walking tour of Oxford’s literary landmarks - Visit Magdalen College, where Lewis worked from 1925 to 1954 - Suitable for teenagers and adults; private tours are also available for families with young children - Learn from an expert guide about the lives of Tolkien and Lewis and their friendship - Learn how Charles Dodgson (Lewis Carroll) met the young Alice Liddell at Christ Church College and how she inspired him to write Alice in Wonderland! - Avoid the crowds - maximum group 12 people

Winchester is one of England’s most historic cathedral cities, and the perfect place to explore some of the country’s most famous legends. Meet Henry VIII, Oliver Cromwell and William the Conqueror on a journey through Winchester’s ancient streets, and learn about the city’s literary heroes including Jane Austen, Keats and Thomas Hardy. Hear stories about King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and enjoy the Medieval architecture on a tour that’s like stepping back in time.

Explore the highlights of Oxford with this 3-hour private walking tour. Led by an Oxford University student guide, visit key sights like the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera and pass by pivotal colleges including Balliol, Hertford, and Oriel. Includes entry into one of the oldest colleges and a Harry Potter film site.

The Isle of Wight, home to a variety of distinctive landscapes, dramatic cliffs, long stunning beaches and great attractions, is a natural playground for all ages! Take a stroll trough Godshill, a quintessential English Village, with its delightful medieval church, charming thatched roofed cottages and traditional tearooms. Soak up the view on the scenic drive to Alum Bay, known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning scenery. Enjoy a panoramic chairlift to the stunning beach (you can also choose to walk) and the many exciting attractions here for all the family. On the beach you get a close up of "The Needles", one of the most photographed groups of rocks in the world. Get a great photo of Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower and Historic Dockyard as your ferry departs to, and returns from the Isle of Wight.

Experience Blenheim Palace with a personalized 90-minute tour with your private guide. Afterwards, explore the palace and its grounds at your own pace, pausing where and when you like. At the end of the day, easy to use public transportation takes you back to Oxford. Includes option to include a tour of Oxford before Blenheim Palace.