London Twilight Landmark and Story Tour

This twilight tour offers a fresh take on London’s most iconic riverside landmarks — told through stories most people (even locals!) have never heard. Led by a longtime Londoner, history buff, and natural storyteller, you'll explore famous sights like St Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, and Tower Bridge, along with hidden ruins, secret street art, and unexpected legends. It’s a relaxed, small-group experience with big stories — a perfect way to see the city glow and uncover its mysterious, mischievous side after dark.

Meeting Point

Blackfriars Water fountain

City of London, London EC4V 4EG, UK

The Blackfriars Water Fountain is right in front of 181 Queen Victoria Street,, London, EC4V 4EG. If you are coming from Blackfriars station then exit on the North side. I will have a big colourful reflective windmill with me.

What's included:

• A walking tour at twilight along the Thames with a local history buff

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Blackfriars Bridge

Blackfriars Rd., London, SE1 9UD

Uncover the secret history of Blackfriars: Start where a royal scandal changed the course of English history forever — at a priory that helped spark the English Reformation.

15 minutes

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

Pass St. Paul’s Cathedral and learn about Wren’s clever trick: Discover how architect Christopher Wren outsmarted his royal employers to get the cathedral he really wanted built.

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Millennium Bridge

Thames Embankment, London, SE1 9JE

Cross the “Wobbly Bridge” and spot hidden art: Walk across Millennium Bridge, once infamous for its unexpected wobble, and find tiny pieces of hidden art beneath your feet.

15 minutes

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

21 New Globe Walk, , London, SE1 9DT

See Shakespeare’s Globe: Hear how the original theatre burned down during a show, and how its modern replica revived the Bard’s legacy by candlelight and craft.

10 minutes

The Anchor

165 Lewisham Road se13 7py, London, SE13 7PY

Stop for an optional drink at The Anchor pub: Enjoy a break at this historic riverside pub, once favoured by smugglers, actors, and maybe even Shakespeare himself.

10 minutes

Winchester Palace

Clink Street, London, SE1 9DG

Visit the ruins of Winchester Palace: See the remnants of a once-powerful bishop’s residence and hear about England’s first prison and the important prisoners once held nearby.

10 minutes

Golden Hinde

Cathedral Street, St Mary Overie Dock, London, SE1 9DE

Discover the untold history of the Golden Hinde: Learn the lesser-known stories of this famous ship and its fleet.

10 minutes

Southwark Cathedral

1 London Bridge, Montague Close, London, SE1 9DA

Explore the tragic and quirky past of Southwark Cathedral: The oldest cathedral in London, this Gothic gem has stories as odd as they are moving.

10 minutes

London Bridge

London, EC4R 9HA

Walk through 2,000 years of history at London Bridge and spot the dragons that guard the City of London: Uncover the many versions of London Bridge — including one with houses, shops, and heads on spikes.

10 minutes

The Shard

32 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9SG

Take your best photo of The Shard: Capture London’s tallest building at night — and hear about a very unexpected visitor.

10 minutes

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge Road, London, SE1 2UP

Take in the glowing beauty of Tower Bridge: London's most photographed bridge comes alive at night — find out how the queen's silver jubilee forever changed the appearance of this bridge.

10 minutes

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

End with legends and ghost stories at the Tower of London: Wrap up your tour at London’s most haunted site, filled with tales of betrayal, beheadings, and royal ghosts that still walk the walls.

10 minutes