London Ultimate Royal History and Boat Tour

Let us read you the story of London, a tale of two cities. From entrance to the Tower of London in the old city for the Crown Jewels and Beefeaters to a walking tour in the regal city of Westminster linked together by a relaxing boat ride on the River Thames, join us for the Ultimate Royal London experience.
Come saunter with us for this well-paced crash course into London’s royal past, present and future - whether exploring over 1000 years of history in the Tower of London or walking the ‘red carpet’ down to Buckingham Palace, this is an experience you’ll never forget.

Meeting Point

Official Ticket Office, Tower of London

2 Tower Hill, London EC3N 4EE, UK

The meeting point is in front of the Tower of London Ticket Office. The guide will be holding an orange Urban Saunters sign. If you are traveling by taxi, tell the driver to drop you off on Petty Wales. Nearest Tube station: Tower Hill

What's included:

• Guided River Thames boat ride
• Entrance tickets to the Tower of London
• English-Speaking local expert guide
• Guided City of Westminster walking tour

Not included:

• Food and drink
• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up & drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours, 45 minutes

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

Welcome to your tour and one of the most iconic buildings in London. Discover the iconic sites on the outer walls such as Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill with your guide before entering the complex to explore one of Britain’s most historic buildings at your own pace. You will see Britain’s most treasured royal artefacts, walk in the footsteps of Anne Boleyn, see the armour of Henry VIII, visit William the Conqueror’s White Tower and meet the ravens at your own pace.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Thames River

, , London

Enjoy a river cruise on one of the boats that plough the mighty Thames. Learn about the landmarks from your guide as you pass - Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, London Bridge and so much more.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Houses of Parliament

Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA

Welcome to Westminster. Marvel at Big Ben, a London icon and hear all about the centuries that took this majestic building from palace to centre of British democracy.

Pass by without stopping

Westminster Abbey

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

Dream of the last Anglo-Saxon king and a flagship of the Church of England, your guide will give you the lowdown on this most important of places.

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Horse Guards Parade

London SW1A 2ET, UK

The prime spot to get your photo with the mounted cavalry of the Queen’s Horse Guards and official entrance to Buckingham Palace itself.
Visiting outside only.

10 minutes

St. James's Palace

Marlborough Road, London, SW1A 1BQ

Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s Palace is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today.

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Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

The most famous of King Charles III's palaces and housing a whopping 775 rooms, the stories attached to this icon have to be heard to be believed.

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