Cultural & Theme Tours in London

London The Best of Harry Potter Guided Tour (Free for Kids) (opens in a new tab)

923 3 h

An unmissable tour for families & all die hard fans of Harry Potter! Kids join for free ! Age 13 and below. Please book them in! Join your fun Potterhead guide and small group of fellow fans to discover actual movie set locations of the world's most famous Wizard (you know who he is!) You'll also visit several locations that inspired JK Rowling's stories - it's the best way for Potter fans to explore London! The tour starts at King Cross Train station : Platform 9 3/4!! We'll walk down magical narrow streets on our way to the Leicester Square area for top film locations & visiting 2 famous shops - the first made all of the paper props for the films and the second a very nice treat for the kids (We keep this one a secret!) We'll then travel to London Bridge where we see more film locations, including the Wobbly Bridge & Leaky Cauldron. Along the way, learn fun wizarding facts and stories, and see sights & buildings that inspired JK Rowling. Welcome to Harry Potter's London!

Thames Beachcombing/Mudlarking (opens in a new tab)

131 2 h

Discover the fun activity of mud larking, or beachcombing for washed-up objects along the foreshore of the Thames during low tide, on this hands-on excursion with a local guide. Your guide will contact you to provide the location and time, which changes throughout the year based on low tides. Make your own way meeting location, where you will be provided with gloves and a bag and tips on what to look for. Look for washed-up treasures, which could include clay pipes, pottery fragments, tiles, and other objects that you can spot with your eyes only. At the end, your guide will help identify your finds and provide historical context.

Private sightseeing chauffeured tour of London (opens in a new tab)

8 8 h

Your professional chauffeur is at your disposal throughout the day or night offering you flexibility to adjust your itinerary as you go. Whether you wish to explore the historical sites, indulge in some shopping, enjoy a fine dining experience, or simply take in the city’s unique atmosphere, your tour can be tailored to suit your every desire. Please note that admission fees to attractions, dining costs, and other expenses are not included in the tour price, giving you the freedom to choose the experiences that best suit your preferences. After a full day or night of exploration, relax in the comfort of your Mercedes as you are driven back to your chosen location in London, reflecting on a day or night that was truly your own. - Private round-trip transport in London in a Mercedes v Class - Complete freedom to customise your itinerary and visit any attractions or destinations in Greater London - Enjoy the flexibility to adjust your tour to suit your preferences as the day unfolds

Free cancellation

Shrek's Adventure London Entrance Ticket (opens in a new tab)

904 1 h 20 min

Embark on a magical journey to Far Far Away with this admission ticket to Shrek’s Adventure! London, which includes a magical 4D bus ride. Located on the South Bank near the London Eye and other top attractions, Shrek’s Adventure! London provides family-friendly entertainment that stars characters from "Shrek" and other popular DreamWorks movies. The unforgettable experience features a walk and ride tour with live interactive shows and a fairy tale theme. Meet popular characters such as Shrek, Puss in Boots, Fiona, Donkey and more, and participate in the action too.

Forbidden Nights Show and After Party - Clapham, London (opens in a new tab)

23 3 h

Were you excited by the show stopping performance on Britain’s Got Talent? If you were left craving more, then get ready to experience their live stage show where YOU can be the ultimate judge! Whether you’re planning a sensational hen party, celebrating a birthday, or just looking for an excuse to let loose, look no further. This show is not only hot it’s hilarious. This is your sign from the universe urging you to gather your friends and create unforgettable memories and finally have that incredible night out you’ve been putting off for too long. For the best seats in the house book now and find out why for over 10 years Forbidden Nights has been the trusted by over 300,000 people. Birthdays, hen parties, or a much needed night out, you matter to us. So, what are you waiting for?

Hidden Tube Walking Tour - Charing Cross: Access All Areas (opens in a new tab)

37 1 h 15 min

London Transport Museum, the world's leading museum of urban transport, invites you on a guided tour to explore Charing Cross underground station. Join our expert guides and explore the station's disused spaces, go behind closed doors to exclusive areas not accessible to the public, walk under Trafalgar Square and see the London Underground in a different light. Closed to the public since 1999, the Jubilee line platforms at Charing Cross are now synonymous with movies and TV. Explore the station’s history and find out how it came to be used as a filming location for popular TV shows such as Killing Eve as well as blockbuster films like the Bond hit Skyfall and even Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World. All Hidden London tours are written by historical experts from London Transport Museum and based on content drawn from the Museum’s extensive archive and collection.

Free cancellation

Private London Day Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems (opens in a new tab)

107 2 h – 8 h

Experience London like a local on a private, customized walking tour. More than just sightseeing, this immersive journey is tailored to your interests. Explore famous landmarks like Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Borough Market, while also discovering hidden gems that only locals know. Your guide shapes the experience around your passions, sharing insider tips and fascinating stories about London’s rich history, vibrant culture, and modern charm. Whether you’re interested in history, food, art, or local neighborhoods, this flexible tour moves at your pace for a truly personal adventure. Before you meet, you'll receive a short Personalization Form so we can tailor the experience to your interests and pair you with a local guide. The true luxury is having their expertise and undivided attention, with the flexibility to explore at your own pace and focus on what interests you most.

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Royal Kensington Gardens Tour & Kensington Palace Entry (opens in a new tab)

2 h 30 min

Discover the stories of British royalty on a guided walk through Kensington Gardens and pre-reserved entry to Kensington Palace. Explore the monuments, gardens and hidden corners connected to Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, Princess Diana and generations of royals as your guide brings their stories to life. Step inside Kensington Palace, birthplace of Queen Victoria and a royal residence for over 300 years. With your pre-reserved ticket and audio guide included, explore the palace at your own pace and discover the rooms, stories and royal lives behind one of London’s most famous residences

Private Churchill War Rooms and London Westminster Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

6 3 h

Join a professional Guide for a 3-hour private tour that combines the Churchill War Rooms Museum and an outdoor walking tour of Westminster. Delve into the underground headquarters of Sir Winston Churchill, uncovering wartime secrets and strategies. Then, explore Westminster, visiting renowned sites like the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and 10 Downing Street. Discover the stories behind these iconic locations and follow in the footsteps of influential figures in British history.

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London Witches and History Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

136 1 h 10 min – 1 h 15 min

Experience London’s wicked history and see famous sights on this spellbindingly unique walking tour, led by a bewitching guide! Join your characterful witch guide to hear the true tales of accused London witches across the ages and the great injustices that befell them. Nicholas Culpepper; "people’s herbalist" or bad boy herb doctor? Did Margery Jourdemayne deserve her terrible fate? And who was the last "real" witch”? Witness fascinating pieces of London history along the way too; secrets of Southwark Cathedral, The Golden Hinde, The Globe Theatre, Millennium Bridge and so very much more await on this character led walking tour. In an experience that brings together true stories, history, and a wisdom that we can learn from our terrible ways of the past, you are sure to fall in love with this historic part of the city and be enthralled by London’s witchy chronicles. You may even see some famous filming locations from Harry Potter along the way!

Oxford and Cambridge Universities Guided Day Trip from London (opens in a new tab)

240 11 h

Savour an entrancing small group tour of two of the most scholarly and cultural cities in the UK - none other than captivating Cambridge and exquisite Oxford. Highlights: See the Bodleian Library Walking tour of Cambridge Visit King’s College Chapel Walking Tour of Oxford, the 'City of Dreaming Spires' Visit Christ Church College, where Harry Potter was filmed Small group tour

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Paris Tour via Eurostar, with Seine Cruise and Metro Pass (opens in a new tab)

17 15 h

Our Golden Tours representative will meet you outside Pauls Express Cafe in St Pancras International at 6.00am (5.30am on Saturdays), where you’ll receive a welcome pack in exchange for your voucher. Enjoy a day trip from London to Paris with reserved Eurostar seats and explore Paris at your leisure. See the iconic Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral. Pop into the exquisite boutiques, and charming cafes or take a cruise on River Seine.

Private Tower of London Tour at Crown Jewels Access (opens in a new tab)

2 h 30 min

The queue for the Crown Jewels can eat an hour of your morning before you've seen a single gem. This private tour skips it: through the gates first, into the jewel exhibit before the general crowds arrive, then a full walk through the Tower of London's medieval fortifications and royal armouries with a Blue Badge guide entirely your own. See centuries of royal history, from execution sites to suits of armor, at your own pace.

Luxury Windsor, Bath & Stonehenge Tour from London (opens in a new tab)

110 12 h

Experience England’s heritage on this premium tour to Windsor, Bath, and Stonehenge. Enjoy entry to all sites, premium lunch, drinks, and leather reclining seats on a comfortable 30-seat coach. Highlights Explore some of the UK’s top destinations including Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and the Roman Baths Travel in comfort on a premium coach with luxury reclining seats Indulge in a premium lunch on your journey Enjoy a range of drinks including tea, coffee, wine, beer, and soft drinks Hear fascinating stories and commentary from the expert guide throughout your journey

Bath, Avebury Stone Circle & Lacock Small-Group Tour from London (opens in a new tab)

136 10 h

When you travel through West England, you feel bewildered. In Avebury, you wonder why Neolithic inhabitants built the largest stone circle in Europe. At Lacock, you question how the stunning abbey has managed to be a nunnery, a brewery, a bakery, and a home. And in Bath, you ponder over what Britain would have been like if the Romans had never visited. So on this tour, we give you time to investigate the secrets and understand the beauty of these famously historic locations. Your guide lets you wander through the streets of Bath, where Georgian architecture effortlessly blends with ancient Roman artefacts. You travel to Lacock, where the rickety old lanes have been used as a filming location for Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and Pride and Prejudice. And you venture to Avebury, where the stone monuments have beguiled visitors, historians, and archaeologists for centuries. So uncover the mystery and history of West England on our tour to Avebury, Lacock, and Bath.

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London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide (opens in a new tab)

298 2 h

Sit back and relax as one of our well-ventilated open-top buses reconnects you with your favourite London landmarks. Glide past the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus in this 2 hours fully guided tour of Central London. This tour is not Hop-On Hop-Off and guests will be required to remain on the same bus for the duration of the tour. The buses will be running at reduced capacity and tickets will be sold in specific time slots to avoid overcrowding. Join us in reconnecting with this great city!

Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London (opens in a new tab)

1,117 11 h 30 min

Join us on a special small group tour from London to Stonehenge, Bath and a Secret Place. This tour takes you off the beaten path and down narrow country roads through the quintessential beautiful English countryside. We will visit the world famous prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge and marvel at the mysteries that surround it. Then onto the spa city and UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, founded by the Romans and now dripping in gorgeous Georgian architecture, and of course - a visit to our highly coveted secret place. We are certain you will love it, but where could it be? You'll have to come with us to find out. Maximum of 15 passengers per tour for a small group experience accompanied by an experienced expert guide. You won't get lost in the crowd, our guests mean everything to us.

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Rock Cab Tours presents Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London (opens in a new tab)

704 3 h – 4 h

The Music Legends Tour of London is your passport to visit some of the most famous rock landmarks in musical history. The tour will take you  to locations in London made famous by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Queen, David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, Oasis, Marc Bolan and many more. Your guide Stephen Channell is a veteran of the music business spending 25 years working for Warner Music and the BBC. Now a qualified London Black Cab driver no one knows the streets and rock history of London like Stephen does.

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Jack the Ripper Uncensored Walking Tour (Adults Only) (opens in a new tab)

173 2 h

Walk the very streets of Whitechapel where Jack the Ripper stalked his victims in 1888, and immerse yourself in the full, unfiltered story of the world’s most notorious unsolved serial-killer case. Upgrade your tour for the full immersive experience to include entry to the Jack the Ripper Museum. Your expert guide spares no detail, recounting exactly what happened to each of the women, illustrated with uncensored photographs of the victims. Then weigh up the evidence against the various suspects and learn what police investigations have uncovered over the years. Visit the locations where the victims were last seen alive and at the scenes where they were murdered, as your guide reveals the evidence found at each. By the end, you’ll be ready to name your own Jack the Ripper. Due to the graphic stories and photographs shown, this small-group tour is recommended for adults only.

London Greenwich Highlights Private Tour and Thames Cruise (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h – 4 h

Explore the historic Greenwich district and its Top Attractions, including the Greenwich Park, the Meridian Line, Old Royal Naval College and more. Extended options: visit the Royal Observatory and see more of London's sights on a River Thames cruise! Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests: 2H: Greenwich Highlights Choose this option to see highlights of Greenwich, such as the Queen’s House, Meridian Line, Old Royal Naval College and more. 3H: Greenwich & Royal Observatory Choose this option to visit the Royal Observatory and see highlights of Greenwich, such as the Queen’s House, Meridian Line, Old Royal Naval College and more. 4H: Greenwich, Royal Observatory, & Cruise Choose this option to enjoy a Thames River cruise, visit the Royal Observatory, and see highlights of Greenwich. Discover the charm of Greenwich with Rosotravel on a private tour tailored to your interests! Walk through historic streets with a 5-Star Expert Guide.

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