United Kingdom · Film Location Tours

Private Royal Tour of London including The Crown's Landmarks with Local Guide

3 Hours Round trip from London Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private walking tour of London’s royal and political landmarks
  • 02 See locations connected with The Crown
  • 03 Pass Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben
  • 04 Walk through Whitehall, Parliament Square, and St James’s Park
  • 05 Discover the history of St James’s Palace and royal London
  • 06 Explore Covent Garden, Theatreland, Soho, and Piccadilly Circus
  • 07 Hear stories of the Royal Family from a knowledgeable local guide
  • 08 Enjoy iconic photo opportunities along the route

Follow in the footsteps of royalty, politics, and screen history on this private walking tour through central London. Designed for fans of The Crown and travellers with a love of British history, this experience brings together some of the capital’s most recognisable landmarks, from Whitehall and Parliament Square to Buckingham Palace and St James’s Palace.

Along the way, your local guide shares stories of the Royal Family, key historic moments, and filming connections tied to the series. With a private format and a relaxed walking pace, you’ll have time to take in the atmosphere, ask questions, and enjoy some of London’s most iconic photo spots.

Follow in the footsteps of royalty, politics, and screen history on this private walking tour through central London.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City London
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Stroll through the busy Whitehall past many important governmental buildings, which you’ve seen in The Crown. The street runs through Westminster as a part of the main road in Central London. It may seem short, but a high concentration of must-see sights makes it necessary to visit. It also includes some great monuments for example Cenotaph World War memorial and a sculpture devoted to World War II women. Experience the Royal charm and dive deeper into the climate of the show walking by Horse Guards, The Cabinet Office, 10 Downing Street, The Cabinet War Rooms on your way to Parliament Square.Head to one of the most visited attractions of London. Parliament Square connects the most iconic buildings of the capital. Hear the bell of Big Ben come across the Houses of Parliament and marvel at Westminster Abbey, the witness of royal coronations, weddings, and funerals, a great museum of the times past and an architectural masterpiece which one has no way but to awe. Here in the heart of the city, you will experience flashbacks to those times and The Crown scenes followed by the tales of your private guide.As you travel past the Foreign & Commonwealth Office take a stroll through the green St James’s Park. Get some rest from the busy streets and soak in the green landscape of this 57-acre park. Being the oldest Royal Park in the capital it welcomes all who want to smell nature in the center of the metropolis. Dive deeper into self-reflection mode before you head off to the next landmark.It is impossible to imagine a royal tour without admiring the magnificence of Buckingham Palace. Learn the history of the crucial events that took place there and hear about the construction of the building. Get to know about how it became a monarch residence and enjoy your guide bringing the royal history to life.Walking down the Mall you’ll go past Lancaster House that featured in many scenes of the Crown, and St. James’s Palace, the oldest royal palace in Great Britain. Though it isn’t a monarch residence anymore, it still plays an important role while holding important ceremonial meetings, and is a London residence of some royal family members. Formerly the second important palace after the Palace of Whitehall it still fascinates all the visitors and those who are fond of history.Take a walk towards the Piccadilly Circus, head to the Soho area, and Theatreland, where you will be able to see more cultural landmarks some of which may remind you of some scenes during series 2 of The Crown.While waandering through the Covent Garden district you’ll learn about the royal family’s love to theater and enjoy the views of Theatre Royal. It also includes a big number of attractions, including restaurants, shopping, bars,culture and history. Marvel at Lyceum Theatre that dates back to 1841 and remember the scenes of the royal high day where Elizabeth broke her tiara.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from London 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private guided tour
  • Experienced and knowledgeable guide
  • Multiple start times available
  • Landmarks from the Netflix show The Crown
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • Iconic places for photoshoot

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Public transportation costs (where required)
  • Changing of the Guard

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

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 3 hours finish where they began, in London.

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