London Landmarks and History Walking Tour

The perfect introduction to London! In just 3-4 hours on foot, you'll see all the big landmarks and get an understanding of the city's geography.
Along the way, make some new friends and hear some great stories about the city's history.

Sights include Big Ben, London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, London Bridge, Roman Walls, Tower of London and a few hidden secrets too.

We finish by crossing Tower Bridge and taking you to a 250-year-old pub!

NOTE: This is an active walking tour covering around 11km, so you'll get some exercise too!

Meeting Point

Waterloo Station

Waterloo Station, London SE1 8SR, UK

We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.

What's included:

• Friendly local guide to lead the way
• Visit to a classic old British pub (optional)
• External visits to all of central London's major landmarks
• Active social hike through London (approx. 3 to 4 hours, depending on the speed of the group))

Not included:

• Food and drink
• Transport to the meeting point (easy by public transport)
• Tips for guide (optional but appreciated!)

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Waterloo Station

Waterloo Station, London SE1 8SR, UK

Start at one of London's biggest train stations, conveniently located in the heart of the city.

5 minutes

London Eye

Westminster Bridge Road, Riverside Building, County Hall, London, SE1 7PB

We walk through "Banksy" graffiti tunnel on our way to the river, and the giant London Eye.

5 minutes

Big Ben

Parliament Square, Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA

Next, we cross Westminster Bridge and pass by the iconic Big Ben, stopping for photos along the way.

5 minutes

Westminster Abbey

20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3PA

Passing through busy Westminster, we'll pass Parliament Square and beautiful Westminster Abbey

5 minutes

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Horse Guards Whitehall, , London, SW1A 2AX

See the stunning parade ground where many Royal events are held

5 minutes

St. James's Park

Horse Guards Road, The Storeyard, London, SW1A 2BJ

Enjoy a stroll by the lake and through central London's most popular and well-kept park, on our way to the Palace!

15 minutes

Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

We'll make a quick stop for photos at the home of the King!

5 minutes

Pall Mall, London

Pall Mall, London

We cut through Green Park and into this upmarket part of the city, home to Clarence House, St. James's Palace and more

5 minutes

Trafalgar Square

London, WC2N 5DS

Next, pass through the UK's most famous public square. See the famous lions and statues, as well as the impressive National Gallery

10 minutes

Victoria Embankment

Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NJ

Leaving busy Westminster behind, we enjoy a walk along the River Thames starting in the colourful Embankment Gardens

20 minutes

City of London

London

Entering the oldest part of London, see the modern skyscrapers mixed with ages-old buildings

20 minutes

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

We stop for photos at magnificent St. Paul's

5 minutes

Millennium Bridge

Thames Embankment, London, SE1 9JE

Cross the famous "Wobbly Bridge" to the lively South Bank of the river, where we can see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

10 minutes

Borough Market

8 Southwark Street, , London, SE1 1TL

After exploring the South Bank, we'll cut through vibrant Borough Market - London's most popular food destination

10 minutes

London Bridge

London, EC4R 9HA

Cross the London Bridge to enjoy amazing views of Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast and much more

10 minutes

The Monument to the Great Fire of London

Fish St. Hill, , London, EC3R 8AH

Stop to hear the story of how London was almost burnt to the ground!

5 minutes

St. Dunstan In The East

St. Dunstan's Hill, London, EC3R 5DD

We pass through a church largely destroyed in World War 2 - now a charming little park

5 minutes

London Wall

The Tower of London Tower Hill, London, EC3N 4AB

Next, see one of the last remaining sections of London's original Roman Wall!

5 minutes

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

We'll walk around the outer wall of the incredible Tower of London

15 minutes

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge Road, London, SE1 2UP

A must-do experience! We finish by crossing the iconic Tower Bridge

10 minutes

Anchor Tap

20A Horselydown Ln, London SE1 2LN, UK

We finish near a 250-year-old pub - the perfect place to end our adventure!
(Visiting the pub is optional and not part of the tour)

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