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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.

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.

Have only a short stay in London? See more of the city’s landmarks in less time—and enjoy a memorable way to travel—on a Thames river cruise. Pick from numerous daily departure times, and head to the London Eye Pier to hop aboard your vessel. As you cruise along the river, glimpse monuments ranging from St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tate Modern to Big Ben and the Tower of London. Live on-board commentary is included.

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.

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.

Without renting a car, visiting 5,000-year-old Stonehenge, the Georgian-era landmarks of Bath, and history-filled Windsor Castle in one day is challenging. However, designed for travelers with limited time in London, this full-day tour takes you to all three attractions and whisks you back to the capital by nightfall.

Vacationers in London usually have to choose between learning about the city’s history and exploring its drink culture. This historical pub crawl gives you the best of both worlds. Explore the heart of London on foot with your guide, visiting a hand-picked selection of bars and distilleries. Listen to stories dating back centuries as you pass by St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Old Curiosity Shop, and Covent Garden.

Indulge in a royal London experience on this tour of Kensington Palace Gardens plus a lavish royal tea. Begin with a guided walk through the historic Kensington Gardens, where British royalty have strolled for over 300 years. If you've upgraded, explore the State Apartments as well as the gardens as your guide reveals their history. Finish with an exclusive royal afternoon tea, complete with pastries, cakes, and sandwiches.

Enjoy a classic British afternoon tea without worrying about reservations on this guided Kensington Palace experience. View the palace from the exterior, and stroll through gardens created by Prince Albert while learning about the history of Britain’s tea time tradition. Then, sit down to a traditional spread of sandwiches, cakes, and scones while hearing stories about the royal family and palace life.

Leave the city behind and see a different side of England on a day trip to the Cotswolds. Instead of renting a car, enjoy hassle-free transportation from London. Take in the views as you travel to the charming English countryside. Make the most of your time with visits to three scenic villages.

Visit Stonehenge and Windsor in the same day, without having to rent a car, on this guided bus tour from London. See the standing stones at UNESCO-listed Stonehenge and check out ancient objects on display at its world-class visitor center. At Windsor Castle—a historic royal residence—follow in the footsteps of the British monarchy as you walk the halls and grounds, and visit the State Apartments along the way.

To maximize limited time in London, combine a British tradition with a sightseeing excursion on an afternoon tea cruise on the Thames River. As you sail from Tower Pier to Westminster, admire London landmarks including the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye—without having to navigate or jostle among the large crowds that gather at the monuments. Plus, indulge in tea, freshly prepared cakes, and sandwiches.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies for impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

London’s top landmarks stretch along the Thames, but navigating between them on foot can take time. This experience combines a river cruise with a ride on the London Eye, so you can see the city from the water and from above in one seamless outing. Sail past icons such as Big Ben, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London before taking in panoramic views from the skyline.

The London Eye runs continuously throughout the day on a fixed loading sequence, and standard ticket holders must join a queue that can be an hour or more long during peak times. This skip-the-line admission ticket includes priority access and boarding for a shared capsule ride, with views of the Thames, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and central London during the rotation.

Visit many of London's top landmarks in one convenient booking. Start with an early-access visit to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, including the Opening Ceremony and a self-guided Tower of London visit via a multilingual app, taking it all in at your own pace. Then, take another self-guided walking tour for independent exploration of other Westminster landmarks, including Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

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.

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.

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.

Have exclusive access to one of London’s most popular and in-demand landmarks, and bypass the crowds, on this VIP tour of the Tower of London. Enjoy first entrance access, and explore the UNESCO-listed landmark’s highlights before the crowds arrive. Be among the first visitors to enter the Tower of London’s world-famous Jewel House, where the glittering Crown Jewels await. Then enjoy a Thames River cruise at your leisure.

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.

Enjoy a memorable evening of food, wine, and entertainment on this Thames River dinner cruise that reveals London when it looks best: illuminated at night. Combine British culture and cuisine as you cruise past London sights such as the Tower of London, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge, far from the crowds. While you eat and admire the riverside attractions, listen to live music.