United Kingdom · Walking Tours

Private London Tour British Museum, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Downing Street

5 Hours Round trip from London Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private walking tour of central London
  • 02 See Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and the Palace of Westminster
  • 03 Walk through Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, and Downing Street
  • 04 Visit Buckingham Palace and catch the Changing of the Guard when available
  • 05 Explore the British Museum with your guide
  • 06 Learn about London’s 2,000-year-old history
  • 07 Includes public transportation and tea or coffee

Discover central London on a private walking tour that combines royal landmarks, political history, and one of the world’s great museums. Stroll through iconic areas including Covent Garden, Whitehall, Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, and Buckingham Palace as your guide brings the city’s long history to life.

Along the way, see famous sights such as Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St James’s Palace, with the chance to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony when scheduled. Your experience ends at the British Museum, where you can explore remarkable collections spanning thousands of years of human history.

Immerse into the atmosphere of rich British culture during your visit to the British Museum.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City London
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

The magic begins in mysterious the Convent Garden where you meet your guide. On your way you will stop to see such landmarks as the Houses of Parliament — home to the famous Big Ben bell — and Churchill’s War Rooms. The trip will be accompanied by your guide’s narrative illustrating London’s 2,000-year-old history. Before arriving at Buckingham Palace stroll along Whitehall towards Trafalgar Square and see 10 Downing Street, the residence of the British Prime Minister. Your enthusiastic guide will lead you to the marvellous façade of Her Majesty the Queen’s official residence where you’ll get an unique chance to witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony - a tradition with over a 180 years of history. On a final note a breathtaking collection of items in the British Museum awaits you. Fill your mind, body and spirit looking at ancient artefacts dated back to Egyptian era. Moreover, you get a chance to bate your curiosity alone after the ending of the tour.Immerse into the atmosphere of rich British culture during your visit to the British Museum. Enjoy following the 6000 years of human history through the halls of the museum. Get a look at the artefact from all over the world: from a Samurai armour to rare Assyrian lion hunt reliefs. Listen to breathtaking stories about the development of civilizations from your guide. Broaden your horizons with the information about Mummy of Katebet, the Lewis Chessmen, and the Rosetta Stone - see the legendary rock alive. We promise that you’ll get a full recognition of what progress the humanity have made over the ages and feel yourself a part of something great.Follow your guide through the impressive streets of London to immerse in this special atmosphere. Discover the layers of the city walking along the top attractions in central London like Trafalgar Square and the House of Parliament. Who knows what awaits on your way? Maybe you’ll get a chance to see the Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street. The tour will pass through the blossoming green parks, loud crowds, and sublime squares - all London essentials for you to see. Get to know something about the monarchs and leaders, like Queen Elizabeth II and Winston Churchill or hear about the mysterious secrets of LondonVisit famous Covent Garden, an area with the rich history from the 7th century as a Saxon settlement up to date. It is a must-see destination for anyone who enjoys, shopping, theatre, restaurants, bars, history and culture. A true travel thrill for shopping, theatre, restaurants, bars, history and culture lovers.See the memorial of the Battle of Trafalgar at the well-known Trafalgar square and learn its history and its connection with British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars. This place is a historical location for different protests and demonstrations.The monument built in memory of Admiral Horatio Nelson, a hero of the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.Stop at the Admiralty Arch connecting the Mall and Trafalgar Square. The heritage of King Edward VII in memory of his mother, Queen Victoria.Walk along the street between Charing Cross and the Houses of Parliament. This name is used for the group of small streets squares and government buildings adjoining the street as well. It became notable after Henry VIII established his court at Whitehall Palace in the 1530s.Feel the atmosphere of 1680s on Downing Street, see the the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. You get a chance to have a look at the official location of the Prime Minister’s office. 10 Downing Street.Get the royal air near the St. James’ Palace. It has been a residence of Kings and Queens of England for over 300 years. And today it remains a busy working place. The offices of Royal Collection Trust, the Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps, the Central Chancery of the Orders of Knighthood, the Chapel Royal, the Gentlemen at Arms, the Yeomen of the Guard and the Queen's Watermen are all located at St. James's Palace.In 18th century it was known as a queen’s house, because George III bought it for his wife, Queen Charlotte. This building even has its own unique sort of gin with royal origin and citrus and herbal notes.Get to know more about Winston Churchill in his museum called Churchill War Rooms. Discover the stories hidden beneath the streets of Westminster in the underground nerve centre where Winston Churchill and his inner circle directed the Second World War. History was made there.Visit the famous Westminster Abbey, a place whose history have been enriching since the times of king Solomon. Feel the air of Gothic architecture and soak into the atmosphere of well-known TV series.Visit the Palace where Tory and Whigs have been meeting for over 900 years. Renowned Westminster Palace was rebuilt two times since its creating. If you want to count the rooms in it, be sure to prepare enough food, because there are over 1.100 ones there.The most famous landmark of London is no doubt Big Ben. Did you know that the musical note it makes when struck is E? When the Parliament is in session there is the Ayrton Light illuminated above the clock.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from London 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private walking tour
  • Friendly local guide
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Public Transportation included
  • Tea/Coffee

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Entry tickets to museums (if any, depends on your preference)

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
London, GB
Tour start
London, GB
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in London.

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