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Night Photography lesson in London (opens in a new tab)

2 h

This is a great opportunity to join me on a private group tour of some of London's hidden gems and popular locations to learn or improve your night photography skills while enjoying exploring some the the city's great views.

from$339

London: Slow Horses Private Walking Tour of The City of London (opens in a new tab)

3 h

From the moment we watched the first episode of Slow Horses, we were hooked. Passionate about the series, as well as the real world of British spies and international espionage, this tour visits locations from the Apple TV series, including the filming location for Slough House, and gives participants the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the infamous Jackson Lamb. Led by a committed, local guide, this intimate private tour offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the world of Slow Horses as well as the authentic world of British spies. As you visit the filming locations in Slow Horses, your guide will explain not only how various moments in the TV series were created but also share some behind-the-scenes secrets and compare the TV series to what we know about the real world of British spies and MI5. Along the way, you will visit locations that are off the usual tourist trail, see authentic parts of London where local people live and work, and explore the city of London.

from$230

Harry Potter's London Feat. Harry Potter Movie Locations (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h

“Can we find all this in London?” “If you know, where to go!” This tour will take you where you need to go. London is a paradise for filmmakers and also for tourists as well as for any die-hard Potterhead with exciting adventures in the city. Ready to visit London’s inspirational iconic locations in the wizarding world of the Harry Potter film series? This tour is perfectly designed for true Potterheads. It is time to take you to London while you wait for your Hogwarts letter in 4 Privet Drive, Surrey. It is important to note that this tour should not be confused with the one offered by Warner Bros’ Making of Harry Potter Backlot Tour in Hertfordshire (North London). That is a totally different one. Along the route of your Harry Potter walking tour, you’ll have plenty of chances to take lots of pictures and see the film locations up-close with us! Get your camera and follow the footsteps of Harry Potter with our professional guidance. C'mon, join us!

from$1,151

Private London eBike Tour with Artefacts - 3hr Premium Experience (opens in a new tab)

12 3 h

Discover London on your own private 3 hour ebike tour, designed for one or two guests who want a more personal and flexible experience. This private 3-hour tour offers the most complete way to explore London with a dedicated guide. Ride through royal parks, historic landmarks and hidden routes while engaging with real artefacts that tell the story of London’s past. Book now to secure your spot and experience London with style, stories, and snapshots to remember.

from$542

Windsor Castle Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

7 h

Experience the ultimate journey through British history with your premier luxury private tour. , all from the comfort of your elite fleet. Your Royal Journey Awaits Windsor Castle: A Living Legacy Runnymede: Where Freedom Was Born Just a short, scenic drive away lies the tranquil water The Gold Standard of Professionalism We don't just provide a tour; we deliver a seamless, high-end experience tailored to your every need. High-End Vehicles: Travel in style in your latest-model executive vehicles (such as the Mercedes-Benz V-Class or and Eclass, featuring plush leather interiors, climate control, and a smooth, silent ride. Elite Professionalism: Your chauffeurs are more than just drivers—they are polished professionals dedicated to punctuality, discretion, and your absolute safety. Bespoke Comfort: To ensure you stay refreshed throughout your day of discovery, we provide chilled bottled water and a selection of premium snacks on board. Custom itinerary for your preferred date?

from$758

Hidden in the Streets of London Self Guided Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 h 20 min

Look beyond London’s famous landmarks and discover the strange objects and forgotten stories hiding in plain sight on this self-guided digital walking tour. After activation, open the tour in your phone’s web browser—no app download is required. Each stop includes a button that opens the location directly in Google Maps, giving you walking directions from your current position. When you arrive, return to the tour page to view photographs and read the story behind what you have found. Across central London, you’ll discover secret spy equipment, unusual Victorian inventions, hidden architectural details and one of London’s smallest police stations. There is no live guide or group. Start whenever you choose, follow the stops in order and explore at your own pace, with the freedom to pause along the way. Access remains available for five days after activation. A smartphone with mobile internet and location services is required.

from$10.16

First Time Visitor's London by Car/MPV/Van (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

This specially designed full-day tour is exclusively dedicated for the first time visitors in London. Our tour can start various times in the morning depending on your request. The direction of the tour can be reversible. In this tour, I aim to give the full history of London in 8 hours. This way visitors can understand the 2000 years of history of the city. I'm a history buff and have an excellent background of the city's history and I would be very pleased to offer an immaculate culture experience for our guests. I do welcome the large group of travellers as well. Please just contact me for further info.

from$1,828

West End Iconic Theatres & Hidden Gems Self-Guided Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 h 5 min – 1 h 30 min

Explore London’s West End with this self-guided walking tour through the heart of Theatreland. Discover iconic venues like Theatre Royal Drury Lane, the Royal Ballet and Opera, St Martin’s Theatre and the Palace Theatre, alongside famous Shaftesbury Avenue and charming Seven Dials. Uncover the stories behind London’s legendary theatre scene. Explore at your own pace, stop for a coffee or soak up the buzzing atmosphere of one of the world’s greatest cultural destinations. Perfect for independent explorers, this tour invites you to experience the West End not just as a visitor, but as someone in on the secret. After purchasing the tour, you’ll receive an email with your self-guided walking tour, including a written PDF and interactive Google Maps link. We recommend downloading the tour while you have access to Wi-Fi connection. Please note that entry tickets to any attractions are not included and must be purchased separately on-site if you wish to visit them.

from$6.76

Private 12-hour excursion to Stonehenge and Bath from London (opens in a new tab)

1 12 h

The Stonehenge is one of the best known landmarks in the world. It has been standing for around 5,000 years and was once a place of worship to ancient Britons. The origins of the Stonehenge are still surrounded in mystery and speculation. During this tour you will not only enjoy Stonehenge but also the beautiful town of Bath, where you can admire its famous Roman Baths. The city of Bath, located in South West England, is best known for its hot springs. The Romans were the first to discover these springs and built a circular building called an aqua bath around them in order to take their waters. The city has been visited by 2 million people every year since it was founded in 1743. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is currently the wealthiest city in England with an estimated total wealth of 6.9 billion pounds. The highlight of this tour is its stunning scenery and interesting stories that you will learn about throughout your trip from your personal guide.

from$2,187

Private Sin & Salvation: River Thames Bike Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h

On the Sin & Salvation bike tour you'll unearth a darker side of London, with special access to a notorious graveyard and a visit to where the Mayflower ship departed for the New World. Revel in majestic views of the city including stunning views of the River Thames. Delve into Shakespeare's London and uncover the stomping ground of the world's greatest playwright. Brave an exclusive secret graveyard tour, revealing gritty tales and forgotten history of London's outcasts. Witness the Mayflower ship's historic send-off and explore the legacy of the Pilgrims' daring voyage. Savour a Thames-side treat: sip local ale and embrace riverside camaraderie with fellow adventurers.

from$288

London in the Swinging 60s - Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

38 1 h 30 min

Hop onboard our groovy psychedelic 'Magic Bus' and travel back to the sites and sounds of Swinging London. Cruise the Kings Road, Chelsea and discover the era-defining locations like *Mary Quant’s ‘Bazaar’ where the mini-skirt was created, John Crittle’s ‘Dandie Fashions’ and ‘Granny Takes A Trip’ - London’s first psychedelic boutique. You’ll see where 60s music legends lived and still live today. Visit the celebrated Troubadour - a music heritage shrine, unchanged from when Paul Simon, Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix and many others played there. There’s also a stop outside the iconic Royal Albert Hall for a must-have photo opportunity. • Live commentary by knowledgable tour guides • 60s music and original 'jingles' supplied by the 60s pirates, RADIO CAROLINE

from$393

Private International Relations and Politics One Week Program in London (opens in a new tab)

8 days

A multicultural city like London requires a program like English + International Relations and Politics Pre-University Program. International students come from more than 200 different countries every year, making London a global, vibrant and diverse city. This is your turn to keep your career moving in the capital of the world. Our English + International Relations and Politics Programme are right for you if you are looking for a similar study programme in London. This course is designed for groups and individuals wishing to enhance their educational opportunities and career by studying International Relations and Politics in English in London’s charming cosmopolitan atmosphere. Our international relations and politics curriculum include grammar, political focused vocabulary in reading, writing, listening and speaking, in an English and international relations as well as politics-oriented academic fields. The program also aims at learning skills and introduce you to student life.

from$5,254

Visit London Haunted in French (opens in a new tab)

12 2 h

Haunted London is a guided tour mixing terror and history. During this tour that will thrill young and old, stories will be macabre rumors: the Black Death and its ravages in London, the most infamous medieval prison of the capital, the history of anatomists and grave robbers, as well as haunted tales ghosts and nocturnal appearances that would still haunt some of the places we will walk. You will also see the site where a famous figure was executed in the Middle Ages, the watchtower of a cemetery dating from the 18th century, as well as the oldest house in London built during the reign of Elizabeth I. Attention chills guaranteed!

from$31.14

Stonehenge & Salisbury Cathedral: Private Day Trip from London (opens in a new tab)

4 10 h

Embark on a journey to the enigmatic Stonehenge - a mystical collection of 5000-year-old Neolithic stones, located on the rolling plains of Salisbury, Wiltshire. This monumental stone circle is still very much a place of strong spiritual and esoteric significance - a haunting echo from Britain's forgotten past and remains a mystery as to why the stones were placed here and what purpose they served. There is also an excellent visitors’ centre that will help to shed light on the fascinating people who lived and worshipped at Stonehenge.  Salisbury Cathedral is a short drive away, and what a surprise is in for you as you get to the splendour of this 13th-century English Gothic masterpiece, take in the tallest spire in Great Britain, and view the Magna Carta (which dates back to 1215), one of democracy’s oldest documents.   Marvel at the oldest working, medieval clock in the world and enjoy a relaxing transfer back to Central London after the tour.

from$846

Private Self Guided Tour with a Chauffeur in London (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 12 h

Imagine visiting Big Ben, Tower Bridge and Trafalgar Square in a few hours. Or maybe Buckingham Palace, the Shard and Kensington Gardens in a single day. Under normal circumstances, you'd lose massive chunks of the day just trying to get from one part of London to the other. Either walking for hours, navigating the unpredictable public transport system or being at the mercy of random taxis. But we're here to change that! The driver(s) will take you wherever you'd like to go with no limits on mileage. That means you can explore to your heart's content and not worry about hidden costs or unsafe conditions. The vehicles are modern, spacious, and fully air-conditioned, so you can relax and enjoy the surroundings. We offer flexible scheduling, so you can customise your booking to fit your specific needs. This booking will be for a minimum of 4 hours but you can extend for longer if you'd like. And with the 24/7 availability, you can rest assured that we'll be there whenever you need us.

from$406

City of London Highlights Private Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 3 h – 4 h

On this tour we travel through the 2000 years of London's history from the days of the Roman invasion to present day. We will see many of the iconic buildings and places which have played a major role in shaping this part of London - The Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, The Monument to the Great Fire and hear how the financial centre has grown over the past 20 years. We also visit some places where most tours do not go. Private rooms and cellars and ancient pubs tucked away beneath the towering skyscrapers. There are many opportunities to pause to take photos and on certain days there will be guest speakers who will relate more stories of the history of these places. Lunch can taken in a typical London coffee house or cafe or in a local pub.

from$474

Podcast Tour London The Secrets of Elizabethan Southwark (opens in a new tab)

1 h 9 min

Step out of the sanitized history books and into the gritty, lawless reality of Elizabethan London's South Bank. This is not a polite stroll through literature; it is a visceral journey into a district where artistic genius flourished alongside brutal exploitation. Discover the 'Liberty of the Clink', a jurisdictional loophole where Shakespeare's soaring poetry competed with the roar of bear-baiting arenas, and where the Bishop of Winchester licensed brothels while punishing heretics. Join us to uncover the mud, the blood, and the poetry of history's most vibrant and contradictory neighborhood. - A 1.0 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 69 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Social Fabric & Everyday Life - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

from$6.76

Bridgerton London Locations Walking Tour in Italian (opens in a new tab)

3 h

This tour is designed and conducted by a real "Londonerd" who lives and breathes pop culture. We will not only talk about dates, but we will analyze together the scenes, the gossip from the set and how the production transformed Greenwich today into the London Regency.

from$67.71

Antique & Art Shopping Experience in London (opens in a new tab)

4 h

This private Antique & Art Experience begins with a personal consultation to understand each guest’s interests, whether fine jewellery, Georgian silver, vintage fashion, rare books, decorative arts, or collectible pieces. Based on these preferences, a fully bespoke itinerary is carefully curated through some of London’s most distinguished antique markets, specialist dealers, and galleries. Throughout the experience, guests are accompanied by an expert who provides insight into craftsmanship, provenance, and the fascinating stories behind remarkable pieces. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore unique antiques, meet respected dealers, and gain a deeper appreciation for London’s rich heritage of art and collectibles. The experience is entirely bespoke and tailored to each guest. Private drivers and luxury transport can also be arranged upon request to ensure a seamless and comfortable journey between locations.

from$2,302

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