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Private Custom Walking Tour: Half Day Sightseeing Tour of London

Recommended by 100% of travelers
London, England
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Don’t visit London landmarks and listen to commentary that doesn’t interest you—set your own itinerary and explore London your way on this private tour of England’s capital. Tick off all of the attractions of your personal checklist and take advantage of your private guide’s local insight by visiting hidden gems and unknown corners of the city. Choose the start time and meeting point of your tour and receive the undivided attention of your guide throughout.
  • Private and customizable tour of London
  • Set your own itinerary depending on which sights you wish to see
  • Tailor your tour to focus on architecture, history, art, and many other themes
  • See both iconic attractions and hidden corners of the city with your guide
  • Choose a start time to suit your schedule
  • Hotel pickup is included

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (guide only)
  • Professional, qualified Blue Badge tourist guide
  • A concierge-style service before and after your tour for any questions about London or your trip
  • Option to pre-purchase attraction admissions
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Private Vehicle - This is a walking tour with complimentary public transport included.
  • Transportation - Guests will pay for their own public transportation or taxi costs during the tour.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

At a Central London location of your choice

Itinerary

After booking your tour, you’ll receive a short questionnaire email that asks you to indicate which areas of the city you wish to explore. Then, on the day of your tour, greet your guide at a time to suit your schedule and embark on your tailored tour from your hotel.

Over the course of the tour, you’ll experience a comprehensive tour of your chosen side of the city. If you’re interested in architecture, your guide takes you to innovative buildings and classic landmarks. Literary lovers can explore Bloomsbury and the British Library; history enthusiasts can visit some of London’s oldest monuments; and theatre buffs can see the glittering lights of Covent Garden and Leicester Square.

Whichever way you choose to spend your time, you’re sure to receive undivided attention from your private guide throughout. Your tour concludes at the location of your choice.
1

Tower of London

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

2

Tower Bridge

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Piccadilly Circus

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

St. Paul's Cathedral

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

6

Trafalgar Square

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Westminster Abbey

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

8

Big Ben

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

9

Changing of the Guard

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

10

10 Downing Street

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

11

Buckingham Palace

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

12

Houses of Parliament

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • This tour does not enter inside any attractions
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Stroller accessible
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Gio is the best guide

Rochelle_D, Aug 2019
Gio was extremely flexible in accommodating us when our flight was delayed. He took us all over London and beyond‼️He was knowledgeable, friendly, personable and we saw more of London in 3.5 hours than we have the 2 previous times we have been here🥰

From $480.25

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 76 days in advance.

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