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Discover a darker side of London on this immersive and interactive guided walking tour of the South Bank. Walk the city streets at night with your local guide and hear little-told stories of London’s grisly past. Then settle down in Southwark’s George Inn and watch a recreation of a true story of murder and revenge, told in the very room in which it happened.

Explore the Tower of London and witness the traditional Ceremony of the Keys with a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) as your guide on this group tour. Listen as your guide shares their unique insight into England's royal history and culture, and tells stories about the tower's (often dark) history through the centuries. End the experience by watching the time-honored Ceremony of the Keys, as the Chief Warden locks the citadel.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

Delve into the eerie history of York with the Witch Walk, a 90-minute guided tour led by the enigmatic Ragnell Hagathorn. This engaging adventure weaves together haunting tales of witches, ghosts, and other supernatural elements, perfect for both thrill-seekers and families. As you stroll through the historic streets, expect a blend of folklore, humor, and theatrical storytelling that brings the dark past of York to life. Suitable for ages 8 and up, this family-friendly tour ensures a captivating experience for all. The walk operates rain or shine, so dress for the weather and prepare for a memorable evening. - Guided walking tour lasting approximately 90 minutes - Family-friendly and suitable for ages 8 and above - Experience ghost stories alongside folklore and theatrical elements - Begins at St. Helen’s Square, York at 7:30 PM

Learn all about the darker side of London’s history and experience its spirited pub culture at the same time on this small-group walking tour around some (allegedly) haunted pubs. Tour with a qualified historian who’s called this area home since they were a kid, and listen as they share stories all about everything from murders to the Black Death. Visit locations you're unlikely to discover if exploring solo, and hear chilling tales that only the locals know about.

Delve into the dark past of East London with this evening walking tour and follow in the footsteps of notorious serial killer Jack the Ripper. Unlike most Jack the Ripper tours, this tour shifts the focus to the women who lost their lives at the hands of the murderer. Explore Brick Lane, Whitechapel Road, and Spitalfields, and stop by the pubs, markets, and residences of Victorian-era London.

Experience a different, darker side of London on this small-group guided walking tour. Join like-minded ghost hunters as you explore some of the city’s most haunted sights. Listen to tales of ghoulish prisoners while wandering through the former execution site in Smithfield Market, hear about St. Bartholomew’s Church’s haunted monks, and much more, finishing at the haunted Clink Prison Museum.

As a city that’s been standing for almost two millennia, London has a long history filled with dark goings-on. On this guided walking tour, set off with fellow curious travellers to discover some of the city’s most haunted spots, learning about the spectres circling Smithfield Market, the vengeful spirits lingering in the Old Bailey, and much more.

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.

True crime fanatics often focus on Jack the Ripper, one of London’s most notorious serial killers, rather than the women whose lives he (or maybe she?) cut short. Learn about Mary Ann Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Catherine Eddowes, and Mary Jane Kelly on this informative walking tour through Whitechapel. See the spots where some murders took place as you discover both facts and theories behind this long-cold case.

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.

Step into the enchanting world of Harry Potter on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. Explore Oxford’s historic landmarks, including the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, along with other iconic university sites. Then, immerse yourself in the magic as you stroll through original sets, view costumes worn by beloved characters like Dumbledore and Hagrid, and discover the cinematic wizardry behind J.K. Rowling’s stories.

Learn about London’s most gruesome tales, eras, and legends during this small-group walking tour. Cover a thousand years in just a couple of hours, from medieval-era plagues and execution techniques to Dickensian slums and an 18th-century ghost. Sights visited include London’s oldest surviving parish church, a thousand-year-old meat market, and a 14th-century monastery and plague pit.

The mystery of Jack the Ripper, a serial killer who preyed on East End women, endures. Follow in the footsteps of the killer and his victims on an enriching tour that brings Victorian London alive with reenactments, storytelling, and a deep understanding of the period’s history. Discover Brick Lane, Spitalfields Market, the Ten Bells pub where Mary Kelly was last seen, the site of the “Ripper Riots”, and more.

London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.

Unlike other Jack the Ripper experiences, this tour comes with Ripper-Vision: a hand-held projector that transports you back to Victorian London, when Jack the Ripper prowled the streets. Explore east London on foot and learn about the still-unidentified serial killer’s reign of terror, with accompanying videos and images via Ripper-Vision to enhance your experience. See the sights while having fun and learning some history.

Exploring the Tower of London on your own can mean missing the stories behind its complex history. This small-group tour offers a more personal experience with a local guide, giving you time to ask questions and gain deeper insight. For a classic British touch, upgrade your experience to include afternoon tea.

Visiting fabled Harry Potter™ filming locations from London typically involves juggling a lot of logistics—especially for families with children. Take the stress out of planning during this full-day tour to Warner Bros. Studios. Travel by climate-controlled coach from central London. Visit original sets and uncover behind-the-scenes secrets, with air-conditioned transportation from central London.

Visit the historic spa city of Bath, explore Windsor, and add-on extra visits to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge, if you wish. All options include a break for a traditional English pub lunch, along with well-honed logistics and transport for a hassle-free day. Avoid the stress of renting a car and navigating between England’s rural highlights, leaving you free to focus on the sights beyond London.

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.

England’s capital city is where the infamous criminal Jack the Ripper carried out his brutal murders during the 1888 Autumn of Terror. Learn about the killer and the tragic tales of his victims on this private walking tour of Spitalfields Market, the 10 Bells Pub, Frying Pan Alley, and more.

Head to London’s East End and go back to Victorian times, when Jack the Ripper lurked around on this guided group tour. Your guide makes the story entertaining, and you also get a tour of this part of London too. You pass by Old Spitalfields Market, the Ten Bells where Jack the Ripper’s victims drank, plus other landmarks. You finish at the White Hart pub, so feel free to purchase drinks at the end.

Other tours concentrate on the main 5 murder victims but we will show you so much more. You will visit 10 different sites learning about the history of the area and one of the most notorious crimes in the history of the world. How many murders did Jack commit? Who are the prime suspects? Why can we even go so far as to discount recent claims of DNA evidence proving the murderers identity? This is a factual historic tour, no silly hats or costumes are needed to bring these terrible crimes to life.

Discover the best of London in just one day on this action-packed tour. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, check off top attractions including Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey, 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.