London Sightseeing Walking Tour (City of London)
Discover the best London walking tour through the historic City of London. Walk in the footsteps of Romans and royals as you explore 2,000 years of history at sites like the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, and the Bank of England making this a must-do London tour for history enthusiasts and visitors to the Capital.
Tour Details
📅WHEN: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
⏰TIME: 10:00
⏳DURATION: 2 - 2.5 Hours
📍START POINT: The Blackfriar Pub
🔊LANGUAGE: English
💰PRICE: £14 per person
Please note that we make available dates for this tour one month in advance. Please see the calendar at the bottom of this page for available dates this month and next month.
About London Sightseeing Walking Tour (City of London)
Your London walking tour through the City of London starts at Fleet Street and the heart of the original London where you’ll hear the story of this 1700 year old street. As you head to the highest point of London, you’ll capture incredible photos of the stunning St Paul’s Cathedral, renowned for the royal wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, with its majestic dome dominating the London skyline.
Your London walking tour continues through the historic ‘Square Mile’ of the City of London into the vibrant financial district, where you'll stop at the iconic Bank of England, the Royal Exchange and Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor.
Your London walking tour then explores the 700 year old Leadenhall Market, a hidden architectural gem nestled in the heart of the city and a popular stop for Harry Potter lovers (Diagon Alley!). You'll then visit the Monument to the Great Fire of London and hear the dramatic tale of how Thomas Farriner’s bakery on Pudding Lane changed the course of the London’s history forever.
Your London walking tour then visits the iconic Tower of London. This 1000 year old fortress is the home of the Crown Jewels and is steeped in historic stories whilst overlooking the world famous Tower Bridge — an engineering marvel and symbol of London’s architectural legacy.
This London walking tour offers an unforgettable journey through the city’s most historic and iconic sites, blending medieval history with modern grandeur. With passionate guides and engaging storytelling, it’s the perfect way to experience the essence of the original London - the City of London!
Start Point
📍The Blackfriar Pub
174 Queen Street, City of London
Your London walking tour (City of London) will start in front of the Blackfriar Pub opposite Blackfriars Station. On arrival at the start point please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
Highlights
⭐Tower of London
Your free walking tour of London includes the Tower of London founded by William The Conqueror in 1066. The Tower of London has served as a royal palace, prison, armory, and treasury. The Tower of London also houses the Crown Jewels and has a notorious history of imprisonments and executions, including Anne Boleyn and Guy Fawkes.
⭐ Tower Bridge
Your free walking tour of London also includes a great photo opportunity of Tower Bridge. An iconic symbol of London, Tower Bridge combines functionality with striking Gothic Revival architecture. Its twin towers, connected by high-level walkways, offer panoramic views of the city. The bridge's dramatic raising for passing ships remains a captivating sight.
⭐ St Paul’s Cathedral
Your free walking tour of London will start at the stunning architectural masterpiece of St. Paul's Cathedral. St Paul’s Cathedral dominates the London skyline and has been the site of many significant events including state funerals and the Royal wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.
Why Choose Our London Sightseeing Walking Tour (City of London)?
⭐ Unique Tours
Our London Sightseeing Walking Tour (City of London) is one of the very few tours that runs frequently through the heart of the City of London.
⭐ Fun, Knowledgeable, Experienced Tour Guides
Your London Sightseeing Walking Tour (City of London) will be led by one of our most experienced tour guides. Our brilliant team of guides have a huge and extensive knowledge of London’s history and stories. Across our team of guides we’ve led over 10,000 tours of London!
⭐ Award Winning Tours
We’ve been awarded in the top 20 tours in Northern Europe by Viator, Top 5 in category by Tripadvisor and we have featured in multiple international travel publications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Booking in advance is essential for all guests. We cannot accept walk up guests.
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All guests aged 5+ years old are required to be included in your booking and have a valid ticket. Children aged 0-4 years old are complimentary and are not required to be included in your booking.
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The tour will not enter any landmarks or attractions. If you wish to visit any landmarks or attractions after the tour please click here.
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If your preferred date is not available on the calendar below then the tour is sold out. We cannot open up any additional spots. Please note that we do not operate a waitlist system.
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Our tours have a limited capacity. We are not able to welcome any guests that are not included in your booking (including children). Any additional guests that are not included in your booking will be advised that they cannot join the tour.
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The tour will finish in Tower Hill close to many stops for lunch after the tour.
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Please note that our tours are not suitable for wheelchairs, prams/strollers or those with walking difficulties.
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The tour will cover approximately 2-3 miles of walking.
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Groups or Travelling Parties of 9 or more people must contact us for authorisation before booking the tour. Failure to do so will result in bookings being cancelled or being turned away from the tour without refund. Authorisation cannot be provided after a booking has been cancelled.