Top United Kingdom Walking Tours - page 2

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.

Borough Market is one of the oldest and most celebrated food markets in the world, and London Bridge is the historic neighborhood that grew up around it. This is the best food tour in London Bridge, and one of the top-rated things to do in London for food lovers visiting from abroad. Over 3 hours and 6 hand-picked stops, you will explore Borough Market and the London Bridge area with a local guide who knows every address worth knowing. English food has a reputation. This tour aims to change it. From a bacon and egg bap to award-winning fish and chips, artisanal British cheeses paired with ale, cider or honey mead, and a proper sticky toffee pudding, every stop is chosen for quality and the tastings add up to a full meal. There is also a Secret Dish revealed only on the day.

Learn about recent history and political struggles in Belfast during a walking tour of the city center. Meet your guide and set out on a city stroll that includes top landmarks such as the Cathedral Quarter, City Hall, and Ann Street. Hear stories about important events during the period of history known as The Troubles and gain a fresh perspective on Belfast and Northern Ireland.

Uncover a different side of Edinburgh and learn about its dark past with this guided walking ghost tour. Uncover the mysteries, legends, murders, and dark stories over the centuries, including stories about corpses, serial killers, witches, fairies, as you walk along the Royal Mile, with stops at the Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard.

There are many places to eat and drink in Edinburgh, making planning difficult. On this small-group food and drink tour, you'll explore Scotland's culinary heritage and history with several food stops in the Old and New Towns, including drink tastings that together equal a full meal. Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.

The Changing of the Guard is one of London’s signature sights, but it's easy to miss if you're standing in the wrong place. This guided tour ensures you’re well-positioned to watch the ceremony (schedules permitting), and explores royal landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, St. James's Palace, and Clarence House. Continue through Westminster to see Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, 10 Downing Street, and more.

Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and this evening walking tour is the original one to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town as you learn their mysteries and horrors; visit the ghost-ridden Greyfriars Kirkyard; and explore the city’s underground vaults to uncover their spirits and secrets. Your tour is led by a creepily costumed guide to get everyone into the spooky spirit of things.

Explore Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile with a professional historian or other specialist guide, and gain insight into the famous writers and inventors who have called the city home. Hear tales of Scotland's national bard—Robert Burns—and discover top landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle, St. Giles’ Cathedral, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars Kirkyard as well as hidden gems. Get the chance to ask questions in a small-group setting and find out what makes this ancient city tick.

Tick off London's top landmarks in just a few hours on this guided walking tour around the landmark-packed Westminster area. Admire icons including Big Ben and Buckingham Palace from the outside; then, save time with skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of Westminster Abbey. Along the way, your Blue Badge guide provides engaging commentary that goes beyond the typical guidebook, including facts about Britain’s long history.

Get the inside scoop on the Tower of London from a real life Beefeater, and embark on an in-depth guided tour of the complex, including Tower Green, the Bloody Tower, Traitor’s Gate, and many more points of interest. Finish the tour with a trip to see the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, then visit the White Tower, and explore at your leisure.

Optimize your time at the British Museum on this small-group guided tour. Choose a morning or afternoon slot to suit you, then set off with your expert guide for live commentary on must-see highlights like the Elgin Marbles, Rosetta Stone, and bust of Ramesses II. Complimentary use of a headset ensures an immersive experience in one of the world’s most visited museums.

Harry Potter fans in London may rush to the Warner Bros. studio, but plenty of magical movie locations can be found within the British capital. Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour through central London and see the real-life spots that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.

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.

While many travelers visit the Tower of London, few are lucky enough to meet a real Beefeater—one of the castle’s ceremonial guardians. Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions during a private Beefeater audience, and listen to anecdotes you won't find in a guidebook. Follow up with a tour of the complex, including a visit to the shimmering Crown Jewels, and time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site independently.

Harry Potter™ fans won’t want to miss this magical experience at Warner Bros. Studio London. Bypass the crowds with a timed-entry small-group tour. See behind the scenes and discover how the movies were made—your guide ensures you don't miss a thing. Get up close to the original film sets, props, and costumes, learn facts you won't hear anywhere else, and snap photos of the wizarding world as you explore.

Take a deep dive into the wartime history of London with this small-group guided walking tour through London and the Churchill War Rooms that's perfect for history buffs. Listen as your guide shares facts and stories about what life and politics were like in the UK capital during WWII. Tick a range of London attractions off your sightseeing bucket list, like Whitehall, Parliament Square, and more.

Designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of whisky, this guided tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh is the ideal choice for travelers wanting to learn more about Scotland’s national drink. Learn about Scotland's whisky-producing regions and how the weather affects the flavor of your drink as well as the art of blending. View one of the world’s largest Scotch whisky collections and enjoy a guided tasting session.

Challenge yourself to a solve a mystery and learn about the history of London on this Jack the Ripper-themed murder mystery tour. Your guide will lead you to real crime scenes in the Whitechapel area, regaling you with tales of the neighborhood's murderous past. At the end of your tour, you'll head to Ten Bells Pub, one of the Ripper's old haunts.

Swap the crowds of the Royal Mile for a more intimate view of Edinburgh. This small-group tour takes you to some of the city's most atmospheric (and less-visited) neighborhoods, including the picturesque Dean Village. You'll discover hidden alleyways, quirky cafes, and historic buildings and take a wander along the city's only river.

Art enthusiasts hoping for a cultural experience beyond the traditional gallery setting shouldn't miss this Glasgow street art excursion showcasing the city's intriguing urban artists. Follow your guide through alleys and beneath bridges to discover Glasgow's public murals and hidden artistic gems. As you go, you can learn about the city's artists, uncover Glasgow's culture and creative industries, and see the Glasgow School of Art.

Edinburgh's underground network of vaults, which dates from the 1700s, is one of the most fascinating parts of the city to explore. To truly understand these former slum dwellings, and their dark histories, you need to explore them in the company of a guide who can provide all of the necessary context, background information and spooky stories.

Discover an icon of London when you explore the UNESCO-listed Tower of London on this comprehensive tour. Notice details you'd miss on your own with a guide, and unlike many tours, you'll also get the chance to meet a Beefeater. Customize the experience with optional upgrades, including a cruise along the Thames to enhance your visit.

Catching the Changing of the Guard with a clear view takes knowing where to stand, and Buckingham Palace itself opens to visitors only a couple of months a year. This tour covers both: a guided walk through St. James's Park to watch the ceremony, then entry to the State Rooms on a self-guided audio tour.

Immerse yourself in the real-life stories behind one of London's most notorious criminal cases on this Jack the Ripper tour that is like no other. Follow your guide through the streets of East London and hear their insights into the serial killer's life and crimes while state-of-the-art RIPPER-VISION™, hand-held projectors bring the atmosphere of Victorian London to life.