Leicester Walking Tour of King Richard III

Just over an hour from London by train ( I do the journey daily), Leicester is rich in history, sport and culture.
Remember the discovery of King Richard III under a carpark in Leicester. In this tour we will visit the spot where he had lain buried for 527 years as well as visiting his majestic resting place in Leicester Cathedral where he was re-interred in the presence of royals and descendants of those who fought with him at the Battle of Bosworth.

On our private walking tour of Leicester we will also visit the beautiful old Guildhall and see the old Jewry Wall Bathhouse which dates from Roman times and visit other spots that were important in the life and death of King Richard III

Leicester also played host to the English Civil War. Whilst not much of the castle remains now it has an important past. You can still see the loopholes the Parliamentary defenders made to shoot out at the Royalists outside.

We will also explore the ‘modern’ Georgian streets in the centre of the city.

Meeting Point

Leicester Railway Station

Leicester Railway Station, London Rd, Leicester LE2 0QB, UK

Visitors from London or elsewhere, I will meet you in the main entrance/exit of Leicester Railway Station and will message you all the details before the tour.

What's included:

• Entry tickets to all the attractions on the tour.
• Guide

Not included:

• Train travel to Leicester

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Leicester Cathedral

2 Peacock Lane, Leicester, LE1 5PZ

Experience the small but beautiful Leicester Cathedral

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Grave Of King Richard Iii

St Martins, Leicester

See the resplendid modern tomb of King Richard III

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

King Richard Ⅲ

1 St Martins E, Leicester LE1 5DB, UK

This wonderful statue of King Richard III was relocated behind the cathedral gardens so is close to both of his burial sites.

5 minutes

King Richard III Visitor Centre

4A St. Martins, Old Town, Leicester, LE1 5DB

Learn more of the life and death of King Richard III and the infamous nearby Battle of Bosworth. Then discover how his body was located under the carpark and see the very spot where he lay for centuries.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Leicester Guildhall

Guildhall Lane, Leicester, LE1 5FQ

One of the oldest historical buildings in the city and site of everything from courts, libraries and prisons.

30 minutes

Jewry Wall & Roman Baths

156-140 St Nicholas Walk, Leicester LE1 4LB, UK

Currently being renovated until mid 2025 with a new visitor centre. The Jewry Wall and Roman Baths are some of the finest Roman ruins in Britain.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

West Bridge

Leicester LE3 5QT, UK

Once an old Roman entry point into the city. This bridge marks the spot where it was once believed King Richard III was unceremoniously dumped into the river.

5 minutes

Church of St. Mary de Castro

15 Castle Street, Castle View Nr Castle Park, Leicester, LE1 5WN

A church that King Richard III must have visited in the heart of medieval Leicester. Not always open but if it is, we will go inside,

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Leicester Castle

Castle View, Leicester, LE1 5WH

The remains of the old motte and bailey Norman castle with various Georgian buildings that are still used today,

16 minutes

The Town Wall of Leicester

The Newarke, Leicester LE2 7BY, UK

See the old firing loop holes that were cut out to defend Leicester in the English Civil War.

15 minutes

Trinity House Herb Garden

17 The Newarke, Leicester LE1 5WH, UK

Once the herb garden for the attached old hospital. Grandly restored and still full of herbs today,

10 minutes

Leicester

Leicester

Explore the streets of this vibrant city and learn some of its less vibrant past!

10 minutes

Town Hall Square Fountain

7-9 Every St, Leicester LE1 6AG, UK

Lovely old city square next to the old town hall with a grandiose water feature in the centre.

10 minutes

The Clock Tower

3 E Gates, Leicester LE1 5YA, UK

An iconic landmark and meeting point in Leicester where generations have met their friends and family.. Richly decorated with figures from history,

5 minutes

Leicester City Market

2 _ 4 Market Place South, Leicester, LE1 5HB

Experience the sights and sounds of Leicester Market.

10 minutes

Turret Gateway

Castle View, Leicester LE1 5WH, UK

This picturesque ruin has seen a lot of action during its long and turbulent life.

5 minutes