London Private History Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests

London, England

3 to 5 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore London on a private walking tour that introduces you to both its best-known sights and hidden marvels. Visit neighborhoods and landmarks that have shaped London throughout the centuries, from medieval times to World War II, and discover places you would have missed without a local host. Customize the itinerary to fit your interests for a personalized experience.

This private tour gives you the freedom to customize the itinerary
Pick between two tour durations to fit your schedule and preferences
Spot highlights and learn stories you wouldn't otherwise encounter
Choose from a range of start times throughout the day

What's Included

3 or 5 hour experience
Private and personalized
Start when you like
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Caffè Nero
Unit B, Portcullis House, 1-2 Bridge St, London SW1A 2JH, UK
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Winchester Palace (Pass By)

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass By)

Spitalfields Market E1 (Pass By)

Historic London (Pass By)

Holborn (Pass By)

Westminster Abbey (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host.
Stroller accessible
Meeting Point

Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Local Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

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Seeing the London most tourists don’t.

John_D, Sep 2025

This experience can be whatever you want it to be, very much customizable to your interests or sightseeing wants.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your feedback! We're glad to know that you appreciated the flexibility of the experience. One of our goals is to ensure every tour feels personal and tailored, just the way you want it. We're so pleased you enjoyed that aspect! If there’s ever another city you'd like to explore, we’d love to customize something special for you again.

Our gastronomic & historic walking tour of London

Rita_L, Dec 2024

It was one of our best experience in London, our guide was fabulous, I lost his contact I wish I can get his details

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear it was one of your best experiences in London and that your guide made it so memorable. Please reach out to us, and we will gladly help reconnect you with your guide!

Alan was a perfect guide....

DougSmith, Aug 2024

Alan was a perfect guide. Kept the tour interesting while not overwhelming us with too much or rushing through spots of interest. He tailored the historical stops to meet our interests. This pub stop was a nice chance to relax and just chat. Highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Aug 2024

We deeply appreciate your positive review and want you to know how much it means to Alan! We're thrilled that he made your day in London so special. We look forward to welcoming you on another unforgettable tour with us soon!

London History Experience

bkearney5, Sep 2019

Our guide, Astrid, was so interesting. She took us to several areas of London and shared so much about the city. It was fun walking with her and learning our was around. She was instrumental in preparing us for London and giving us background knowledge. She was fun and we enjoyed this tour very much!!

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