London Must-Sees and Hidden Gems - Private Half-Day Tour

London Must-Sees and Hidden Gems - Private Half-Day Tour

This is the perfect tour to kickstart your London visit. We take an off the beaten path route to enjoy panoramic views of the City along the River Thames and explore iconic landmarks through hidden alleyways and charming side streets, away from the crowds.
Highlights:

- Exterior views of historic Royal sites such as Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey
- The history of famous landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge and Big Ben
- Fun tales of the city and its people, from early influencers to infamous monarchs
- A stroll around beautiful open spaces, from secret courtyards to famous parks
- Great street performances in the West End
- Fabulous shopping districts and hidden gems
- Cool photo spots

The amount of landmarks visited will be designed according to your interests, budget and schedule.

Soak up London's diverse and vibrant atmosphere with this great overview of London's history, famous buildings and trendy districts.

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Itinerary
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Pass By: St. Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD England

We stand on the highest point in The Square Mile to take in St. Paul’s Cathedral’s breath-taking beauty, learn about the origins of London as a Roman settlement and find out how the city was once consumed by fire. This is one of the largest financial centres in the world, home to The Stock Exchange, Lloyds of London and The Gherkin.

Stop At: Tate Modern, 53 Bankside, London SE1 9TG England

We walk across the Millennium Bridge to pay a quick visit to the acclaimed Tate Modern and embark on an exploration of Southwark, the area where Shakespeare founded The Globe Theatre by the River Thames.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Borough Market, 8 Southwark Street, London SE1 1TL England

We explore this foodie paradise renowned for its charming stalls, local producers and memorable film appearances such as Bridget Jones’s Diary, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Guy Ritchie’s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Southwark Cathedral and The Golden Hinde are the backdrop of this vibrant area frequented by visitors and locals alike.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Big Ben, Parliament Sqaure Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London SW1A 0AA England

We travel back in time to learn the fascinating history of this medieval suburb and enjoy exterior views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the centre of political life in London, currently famous for its Brexit debates. We show you where journalists get those famous TV shots from and explore a lesser-known side street leading to a hidden courtyard that feels like a Harry Potter set.

Pass By: Westminster Abbey, 20 Dean's Yard Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3PA England

Enjoy exterior views of this ancient church, where English monarchs have been coronated since 1066 and Royal weddings such as William and Kate's have taken place.

Pass By: St. James's Park, Horse Guards Road The Storeyard, London SW1A 2BJ England

We take a quiet stroll along the oldest Royal park in London and unearth the charming secrets of this beautiful green oasis surrounded by elegant residences and the Churchill War Rooms.

Pass By: Buckingham Palace, Spur Road, London SW1A 1AA England

We take you to a quiet spot to enjoy a march along The Mall during the traditional Changing the Guard ceremony and share fun stories of the most famous British Royal Palace whilst showing you magnificent mansions filled with tales of unfaithful monarchs, Tudor treasons and contemporary break-ins!

Stop At: Trafalgar Square, Centre of the City, London SW1A England

We stand in the great multicultural centre of London, home to the world-famous National Gallery, and discover fun hidden treasures such as a tiny police station and a café in a crypt!

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Soho, London England

We wander around Carnaby, an iconic fashion street, walk on the footsteps of British music legends such as David Bowie, the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, visit the wonderful Liberty, a store in a Tudor revival building and uncover cult multi-brand shops.