London Landmark Exploration and Shard Experience

Join your own fun private guide on an exploration of London’s major landmarks - ticking over 30 sights off your London bucket list in just 5 hours before heading to the top of The Shard for a view you'll never forget!
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, 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.

After the walking tour, your guide will direct you to The Shard where you'll have tickets to ascend to the top by elevator. Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of London, and maybe even treat yourself to a glass of champaign!

Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only 10am tour -Mon, Weds, Fri & Sun

Meeting Point

The Ritz London

150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK

•⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly)
•⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs
•⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

What's included:

• Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (5 hours)
• Admission to The Shard Viewing Gallery
• Private Tour
• Fun Local Guide

Not included:

• Food and snacks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport between sights (please bring a contactless payment card - approx. cost £5)

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace.
On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot!

Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.

1 hour

Trafalgar Square

London, WC2N 5DS

Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

20 minutes

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Horse Guards Whitehall, , London, SW1A 2AX

Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

20 minutes

Whitehall

London, SW1A 2BX

Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

20 minutes

Houses of Parliament

Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA

At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

40 minutes

Westminster Abbey

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

Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

20 minutes

Southbank

London

After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

40 minutes

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.

20 minutes

Borough Market

8 Southwark Street, , London, SE1 1TL

Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.

30 minutes

London Bridge

London, EC4R 9HA

We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!

30 minutes

The View from The Shard

Joiner Street, London, SE1 9QU

After the walking tour, walk to The Shard and ride the elevator to the viewing gallery. Your guide will direct you to The Shard, where you’ll have tickets to ascend to the top by elevator and enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of London, and maybe even treat yourself to a glass of champagne!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included