Cultural & Theme Tours in London

London's Amazing Palaces & Parliament : Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

14 3 h

We will see 15 of London's most iconic sights in a 3 hour historic walking tour! It will be an enjoyable, educational and entertaining stroll. From Palaces (and stories of the Monarchy) to Parliament Square (with the history of the government), you will be continuously entertained with bits of history. • See Buckingham Palace • Walk through the Royal Parks • Learn about the history of Westminster • Visit Parliament Square • View the London Eye, Big Ben and Trafalgar Square Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only for the 10am tour and on certain days.

Free cancellation

Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations - A Very Small Group Tour (opens in a new tab)

17 2 h 30 min – 3 h

For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect tour to take you deep into the world of the great Detective and the loyal friend Dr Watson. Ideal for those that love a mix of the Traditional Sherlock Holmes stories and the newer BBC series 'Sherlock' starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Your guide is a dedicated Sherlockian who has an in-depth knowledge of all things Holmes and Watson. The tour will take you on a journey weaving the traditional Conan Doyle stories and old London to the modern world and locations for the smash hit TV series. Your guide has a 100% Five Star Trip Advisor review rating. • All the key BBC Filming Locations  • Locations from the original stories  • Expert guide Who is a huge Sherlock Holmes Fan • Arthur Conan Doyle related sites • Fun and informative with relaxed pace. • Very Small Group. Max 6. Hear and interact with your Guide easily • Other iconic London locations included on the tour.

Private Tour of Haunted London in a Black Cab (opens in a new tab)

23 4 h

Feel the adrenaline rush as we share with you nightmarish stories and creepy characters on this London Ghastly Ghost Tour in an iconic Black Cab. Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Macabre of the Murdered Actor, Fred the Poltergeist, Casper the Cat or Scratching Fanny? Which happy, sad, mad or bad ghosts made you gasp for air?

Free cancellation

Canterbury Cathedral Hever Castle and Dover Castle Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 12 h

Explore the beautiful scenery of the English countryside with a day trip to Kent. Known as the Garden of England, Kent is home to historic buildings, stunning beaches and family-friendly attractions. On this tour, you’ll visit Hever Castle and explore the Italian Garden. The Rose Garden. The Long Gallery. Diana’s walk along with the Lake Walk. The English Yew Maze and The Tudor Garden. Canterbury Cathedral, one of the oldest Christian structures in the UK, explores the White Cliffs of Dover and Dover Castle. Your tour time starts from the moment you meet your driver. This tour duration is 12 hours of which, You will spend 7 hours visiting the sites and 5 hours on journeys.

Free cancellation

Royal Windsor, Oxford & Blenheim Palace Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 12 h

Tour Highlights – An opportunity to explore three historical sites in one day. A private tour that will take you first to Royal Windsor and then Oxford, the city of spires and finally to Blenheim palace *Royal Windsor Castle. Home to royalty and 1,000 years of royal history. *Visit St George's Chapel. The final resting place of Queen Elizabeth II. *OXFORD *Uncover the inspiring stories Oxford University and Oxford City while visiting the old colleges with huge gates and high stone walls. Discover the Oxford University traditions and understand how students live and study today and learn why Oxford is called the City of Dreaming Spires. Once in Oxford you will meet up for a free walking tour with a guide Blenheim Palace, Birth place of Sir Winston Churchill Blenheim Palace is a country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England. It is the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough and the only non-royal, non-episcopal country house in England to hold the title of palace.

Free cancellation

Churchill & WW2 in Westminster Plus War Rooms entry. Small Group (opens in a new tab)

45 3 h

Step into Blitz-era London, uncover stories of extraordinary resilience, and see the city as Winston Churchill saw it. This in-depth walking tour covers iconic Westminster landmarks, reimagined through the lens of wartime London. Learn how Parliament endured bombings and how Churchill played a key role in its survival. Discover the damage to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, and how Churchill himself narrowly escaped death at Downing Street. We'll visit the Churchill statue, the little-known church where he married Clementine, and walk through the heart of British power – Whitehall. After paying respects at the Cenotaph and seeing the cavalry guard, the tour concludes at the Churchill War Rooms. Entry is included, and you’ll explore at your own pace with an audio guide. Please note: the walking tour lasts 1.5 hours, then you will have time to explore the museum on your own, with a suggested duration of 1.5 hours. Your guide will not accompany you inside the museum.

Private Tour of London with Rooftop Garden & Tower of London (opens in a new tab)

2 h – 4 h

Explore the ancient, medieval and modern history of London with a 5-Star Local Guide. See the iconic Tower Bridge and enjoy amazing views of the city from a Rooftop Garden. Extended option: visit the Tower of London with timed entry tickets. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: London Highlights & Roof Garden Book this tour to visit the Roof Garden at 120 and see the iconic landmarks of Central London, such as the Tower Bridge, Tower of London (outside only), Tower Hill Memorial, and more. 4-hour: London Highlights, Roof Garden & Tower of London Book this tour to visit the Tower of London and the Roof Garden at 120, and see the iconic landmarks of London, such as the Tower Bridge. Join this original tour to discover the many faces of London, from the ancient Roman heritage, through the complex history of the House of Tudor in the medieval times, to the modern and multicultural metropolis.

Free cancellation

Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide (opens in a new tab)

6 2 h 30 min

If your are passionate about art and you are in London, a visit to the Tate modern is an absolute must! Contemporary art can be difficult to understand, and a guided tour is an excellent way to discover more about the most famous works of art hosted at the Tate Modern!

Free cancellation

4 hour London Private Tour, with your own Black Cab Tour Guide (opens in a new tab)

53 4 h

See all the iconic sights of London and more from the comfort of one of the Capitals biggest and instantly recognisable icons, a London Black Cab! With your 5 hour London Highlights tour we will travel through time going back to the city's Roman roots, through the Medieval period right up to the modern day, taking in the major sights of St. Pauls, Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace plus many more Throughout the whole tour my aim will be to keep everything light hearted, fun and memorable on each of the places we visit. We will not be confined to the taxi, and as opportunities arise, we can always stop for those much wanted photo opportunities and at times perhaps a small stroll to the more advantageous spots. Please remember this tour can be totally bespoke and therefore totally tailored to your requirements

Free cancellation

London Landmark Walking Tour & Ride The London Eye (opens in a new tab)

6 6 h

This is a fun London walking tour where you will see the top 30 London Attractions in 5 hours and then we’ll give you your London Eye tickets to enjoy a spin with some amazing views of the River Thames, Big Ben, Parliament and much more. One of our most comprehensive London Walking Tours. You will see everything from the ground and then from up high! This tour takes you through two of London’s best-known areas : Westminster & The London Bridge neighbourhood (a.k.a. The Southbank) We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, and the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) We then go to the London Bridge area. Sights you will see here include Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, London Bridge, and the Tower of London. (Your guide will not go on the London Eye with you as they are afraid of heights.).

Paris in a Day Louvre and Notre Dame with Lunch at Eiffel Tower (opens in a new tab)

2 15 h

The magic of Paris awaits. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Paris before sampling the delights of Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and Louvre Museum, also included is a delectable three-course meal. Our Golden Tours representative will meet you outside Paul's Express Café in St Pancras International at 5.45am (5.15am on Saturdays) Kick off your Paris day trip in style with a ride on the world-famous Eurostar™. The 2hr 15 min journey to Paris passes through 31 miles of Channel Tunnel!

The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience (opens in a new tab)

35 2 h

Explore a thousand years of Westminster’s history as expert guides bring iconic landmarks, royal legends, and the famous Changing of the Guard to life on this immersive London walking tour.

3-Day Isle of Wight and the Southern Coast Small-Group Tour from London (opens in a new tab)

9 3 days

*Osborne House entrance included in tour price. Queen Victoria loved her holidays. She travelled to Scotland, France, and Italy and stayed at lavish palaces and princely courts in lush locations, but there’s nowhere she loved more than the Isle of Wight, a diamond-shaped pearl in the English Channel. It’s not far from London and boasts beautiful beaches, epic white sea-cliffs, a warm climate and remnants from the Romans, Normans, and two World Wars. On this tour, you visit Queen Victoria’s Italian-inspired holiday home, Osborne House*. You venture to the sea-shores and see gorgeous cliffs, barren bunkers and stunning white rock structures. And on the mainland, you even get a chance to celebrate your journey with a drink at the home of Bombay Sapphire Gin. Join this trip, follow in the footsteps of royalty and let your guide lead you through England’s favourite holiday island.

Wonderful Westminster Tour & Visit Windsor Castle (opens in a new tab)

14 6 h

We will see 15 of London's most iconic sights in a 3-hour historic walking tour of Westminster! After the walking tour : Visit Windsor Castle - famous residence of the British royal family, entry tickets and audio guide included. (Your guide will instruct you on how to travel there by train - train tickets not included) Your Westminster walking tour will be an educational and entertaining stroll. From Palaces and Royal stories to Parliament Square, the UK's political heart, you will be continuously entertained by your expert guide. Sights you will see include ; Buckingham Palace Trafalgar Square Changing of the Guard (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday - 10am tour only) Big Ben Downing Street Westminster Abbey Whitehall Houses of Parliament London Eye Parliament Square Horse Guards Afterwards, you'll travel to Windsor by train to explore the castle and grounds. We recommend using the included audio guide to help you around this historic attraction.

Private Big Sights Taxi Tour of London (opens in a new tab)

49 3 h

Get a wonderful view of London with our ever popular Premium Big Sights Taxi Tour of London. We'll show you all the famous landmarks, including Big Ben, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, plus there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and take a short walk or that all important photo. Remember that this is a private tour just for your family, loved ones or friends, so we will happily tailor the tour to your requirements, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Free cancellation

Downton Abbey Black Taxi Tour from London with Highclere Castle (opens in a new tab)

4 10 h

This day trip from London takes you to filming locations from the British drama series 'Downton Abbey including Highclere Castle and Bampton. Explore the grounds and interiors of Highclere Castle which was used as Downton Abbey.See the charming Cotswolds village of Bampton which was featured as Downton Village in the series and the movies. This packed full-day itinerary includes round-trip transport by black taxi (max 5 persons) from your central London (Zone 1) hotel.

Private Vehicle To Hampton Court Palace From London With Admission Tickets (opens in a new tab)

10 4 h – 5 h

Visit Hampton Court Palace, one of the king’s Henry VIII two remaining palaces and one of the grandest castles in England, with this independent day trip, which includes entrance ticket with an audio guide with round-trip private vehicle service from your London accommodation. At the time that suits you. • Self-guided tour of Hampton Court Palace including private hotel pickup and drop-off • Designed for travelers wanting to combine convenience with flexibility • Bypass lines often in excess of one hour with a skip-the-line ticket • Explore the regal residence at your own pace with an audio guide

Winston Churchill's London At War. A Private Walk Through Britain's Darkest Hour (opens in a new tab)

3 3 h – 4 h

Join your own expert Guide on a private tour that explores Winston Churchill's life and journey to becoming Britain's War Time leader. Starting with his Childhood home this flexible and personalized tour will go on to visit the most important buildings and sites relating to World War Two in London. From top secret MI5 and intelligence offices to the Head Quarters used by General Dwight D Eisenhower in the lead up to Dday. Many of the buildings key in WW2 planning and operations are now unmarked or used for non Government purposes, fortunately you will have a personal guide to share the hidden history and secrets from these buildings. The final destination on the tour is the Churchill War Rooms, the top secret bunker and Map Rooms perfectly preserved and frozen in time. All maps and room items are original. Your tour includes Fast Track Entry. Informative yet fun, and fully personalized for you by a 100% 5 star Reviewed Guide and Churchill Expert

Free cancellation

Classic London Tour (opens in a new tab)

41 4 h – 6 h

See most of London’s top attractions, and don’t worry about the logistics: This private black taxi tour will whisk you around the city’s must-see landmarks. Meet your driver at your central London hotel or other preferred location and climb aboard. You’ll embark on a journey across the city and can see everything from Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament to Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and more. As you go, learn the stories behind the sights from your driver.

Free cancellation

Espionage in London Private Tour with Churchill War Rooms Secrets (opens in a new tab)

3 4 h

Step into London's Espionage history of double agents and enjoy a fascinating journey through the City of Spies. This exciting private tour has been created exclusively to take you through London's espionage history during the Cold War, the origins of MI5 and MI6, and to learn about Churchill's role in bringing down the Nazi regime.

Free cancellation