Churchill & World War 2 Walking Tour

📅WHEN: Thurs, Sun
TIME: 13:30
DURATION: 2 - 2.5 hours
📍START POINT: Embankment Station
🎫RESERVATION: Yes
🔊LANGUAGE: English
💰PRICE: £10 per person

Voted the greatest figure in British history, this Churchill & World War 2 London walking tour explores the most important landmarks and moments in the life of Winston Churchill and discover the true extent of the damage and destruction of London during World War 2.

On this London walking tour you’ll visit many of Churchill’s iconic landmarks including his home at Downing Street, the Ministry of Defence and the Houses of Parliament from which many of his most crucial decisions were made. Along the way you’ll see the most famous Churchill statue in Parliament Square, St Margaret’s Church where he married his beloved Clementine in 1908 and, of course, Churchill’s favourite London pub.

As you go you’ll also discover the effects of the war from the streets of London. You’ll hear stories of bravery and courage in the Battle of Britain, see remaining bomb damage at Westminster Hall, get up close to the Cenotaph memorial dedicated to our fallen heroes and discover the crucial role that women played in victory at the Women of World War 2 memorial.

Finish your Churchill & World War 2 London walking tour outside the Churchill War Rooms, the preserved underground bunker from which Churchill plotted Britain’s victory.

Important!

Please note that this tour does not include entry into the Churchill War Rooms.

Highlights

Houses of Parliament

The Cenotaph

Downing Street

War Memorials

Ministries of Government

St Margaret’s Church

Start Point

The tour starts at Embankment Station (Embankment Pier Exit).
On arrival please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.

 

Why The Churchill & World War 2 Walking Tour Is Great!

The Churchill & World War 2 London walking tour is one of the best London walking tours available if you want to discover the life of Winston Churchill and learn about the effects of World War 2 on London.
See London from Churchill’s eyes from his marriage to Clementine at St Margaret’s Church, his home at Downing Street through to the Parliamentary and Government landmarks from which he made nation-defining decisions. You’ll see the effects of London through the war from stories of heroes, bravery and courage at statues to the Battle of Britain and the Women of World War 2, through to remaining bomb damage at the House of Lords. On this London walking tour you’ll discover what life was really like in London during some of its darkest days and how the strength of one man led to its glorious victory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I Need To Book? Can I Walk Up?

A booking is essential for all guests wishing to take the tour. Please do not show up without a reservation as the tour may be full or not running on your preferred date. Booking is easy and can be done here

I Can’t Book For My Preferred Date?

If you are unable to book this tour for a particular date then it means the tour is either sold out or not running on that date. Please do not show up at the tour start point without booking or contacting us first.

Does The Tour Include Entry To The Churchill War Rooms?

No. Please note that this tour does not include entry into the Churchill War Rooms. The tour will finish at the Churchill War Rooms however if you wish to enter then a separate entry ticket will be required.

How Much Walking? Wheelchairs?

This tour covers approx. 2-3 miles of walking. Due to uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.

What If It’s Raining?

The tour will go ahead in all weathers so please dress appropriately. In the unlikely event that we need to cancel the tour due to weather we will contact you through the email provided in your booking.

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