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Popular London Tour Guides
Vivien S.
United Kingdom (UK)
I LOVE London! But I really KNOW London too... I'm proud to be a Blue Badge Tourist Guide, one of a select few who have passed the highest criteria to become a fully qualified London guide. I hold other London guiding qualifications - I am a City of London Guide and Lecturer, A Westminster Guide and a St Paul's Cathedral Guide. I specialise in private, customised (to YOUR requirements) London tours, giving in-depth insight into the best locations such as Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Hampton Court, St Paul's Cathedral, the Churchill War Rooms, Kew Gardens, Buckingham Palace (summer opening), the British Museum, National Gallery and many more. .... and we can discover hidden alleyways, explore ancient churches, stand where Dickens or Shakespeare or the Romans would have stood...London's many secrets from so many centuries. Guiding is my passion, but I am also a dog-loving, countryside-walking, museum junkie, knit-aholic, who loves to curl up with a good book (I collect old London books) with a lovely cup of tea and a slice of something nice on the side. Come with me to discover London. Whether this is your first visit or you've been here before, I will make sure that you have a wonderful time and take home memories to cherish - and lots of fabulous photos!
Geoff L.
United Kingdom (UK)
Hello everyone, I am Geoff, a tour guide in London. My team and i run some of the best tours in London (and beyond) If you want to visit the filming locations for Harry Potter, try some amazing British food, see the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, enter Westminster Abbey or go down into Churchills War Rooms : we have the tours for you We are all British and are passionate about London (the best city on the planet) We have been running tours since 2017. We will make it your experience with us one to remember. Lots of great photo opportunities and memories to take home with you Myself and my team are all tourists at heart and we understand what makes a great experience on holiday. You are in good hands ! We know London very well and know all the back streets and great places that every visitor needs to see We are looking forward to showing you around
Ian F.
United Kingdom (UK)
I am a lawyer, historian and official City of London and Westminster tour guide. Introducing guests to the splendours and secrets of my hometown is my passion. I try to make my tours a mixture of fun and fact (with some of the facts being funny and some of the fun being factual). I would love to arrange a private tour that will make your visit to London truly memorable. All of my income from tour guiding is donated to charity - currently World Jewish Relief's Ukraine Crisis Appeal.
Jai B.
United Kingdom (UK)
We are passionate about sharing the many wonderful and fascinating historical sights of Great Britain. We ensure all our guests enjoy a very pleasurable and memorable experience, customised to their personal interests. Our expert chauffeur tour guides are friendly, polite and knowledgeable, and look forward to entertaining you whilst you to relax in comfort and sample the very best our country has to offer. We specialize in hosting luxury tours both in London and across the UK, and can happily accommodate individuals, couples, families and groups with our fleet of luxury tour vehicles. Whilst our service is built around luxury are prices are very reasonable, meaning you won't have to compromise on your tour itinerary.
Laura A.
United Kingdom (UK)
I'm a qualified London guide now offering History Walks with Gender, Sex and Class. Walks focus on the lives of poorer working people rarely described in historical accounts except as criminals or objects of charity. When there’s an opportunity to talk about women I’ll take it, and social class is always on the table. I've been a writer, researcher and critical historian all my life, and I've been a Londoner since the 1960s, although I've left to live in other towns and countries. Author of Sex at the Margins: Migration, Labour Markets and the Rescue Industry, for many years I've focused on getting the stories out of women and others marginalised because of being poor, foreign, ‘different’ or doing jobs some folks think are Wrong, in the present and in the past. I'm known as The Naked Anthropologist.
Irene K.
United Kingdom (UK)
Hello, I started working as a guide fifteen years ago, while studying at the University of Oxford. I collaborated with Oxbridge tours travel company where I acted as a tour guide for four years until I moved to London. I hold an M.A in art history and I taught art history at Sotheby's Institute of Art and the University of Glasgow. My tours are intended for history and art lovers. I take my guests around art galleries and British country houses. However, I will also be delighted to take you on a walking tour around London or Oxford, and show you some hidden gems most visitors do not know of or have no access to. I will customise your tour to make it a unique and memorable experience. I normally offer tours in English.
Kevin N.
United Kingdom (UK)
Hi, my name is Kemal (English name : Kevin). I'm a, professional photographer, tour guide and whisky enthusiast. I'll be happy to help you for specialist tours in London and the UK. In college I studied law but decided to pursue my childhood dream of becoming a photographer and started my professional career in 1993. I was granted a professional tour guide badge in Istanbul, Turkey in 1996 after a vigorous training by the Ministry of Tourism. I spent my last 30 years working for top magazines and taking people around the World with private and group photography tours. My work has been published globally by well-known magazines including National Geographic, Geo, Cosmopolitan, Reader's Digest, Atlas etc. and my photographs were exhibited internationally. Anthropology Museum of Wichita State University in Kansas holds a permanent exhibition of my work on the last remaining Kurdish Nomads of Eastern Turkey. My prints are sold regularly through art galleries, Gallery The Route in Amsterdam is the main gallery that I'm working with. I was the Deputy Editor of the Turkish Edition of National Geographic Magazine from 2000 to 2011. I did my first photo tour in 2007 and I loved it so much I went on doing it on weekends and holidays while working at the magazine. At one point I left my full-time position at NatGeo in order of doing more photography tours & workshops. Since then I've done hundreds of photography tours all around the World including in the Middle East, Latin America, Asia, Europe and Africa. I also did birdwatching, food and whisky tours as they were all, things that I personally enjoy and wanted to share my experience with my clients. In my photo tours / workshops my focus is teaching the practice and instinctual behaviour of a pro photographer and trying to catch the things as they happen, I never do any set-ups or stage the photos. Looking forward to see you in London and spend some great time together.
Leila S.
United Kingdom (UK)
Even 250 years ago only one in 10 residents of London were born Londoners. I came to London 13 years ago and made this city my home. I fell in love with it, became a passionate Londoner and that's why I became a guide. Before becoming a professional tour guide I was taking around my friends and family to share my love, experiences and knowledge of London, its peculiarities, its stories and history. Because I came from elsewhere I can see London and British culture afresh. I am experienced working with private clients and I treat them with a sense of hospitality as if they were my own guests. People love discovering with me not only well known landmarks and museums but also secluded places where only insiders can take them. I am qualified and licensed to guide not only in London and its museums, galleries, palaces and churches, but also in other amazing parts of England such as Windsor, Bath, Stonehenge, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and others. If you are interested in the Wars of the Roses, Tudors, Stuarts Queen Victoria or other royals, come with me! Originally, I am from Lithuania's capital city Vilnius and before becoming a guide I was an artist. Art is still a passion of my life. History - is another passion. I enjoy meeting new people, I like walking and travelling, and being a tour guide helps me combine all those great things that I love while bringing enjoyable and informative experience to you. I am looking forward to meeting you in London!
New London Tour Guides
Marc B.
United Kingdom (UK)
I am a fully qualified London Blue badge guide. I have exclusive access to the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St Pauls and Windsor castle. I also guide in Windsor, Oxford, Stonehenge and Bath and Stratford-on-Avon, as well as Hampton Court, the British Museum, National Gallery and the Tate galleries. I am a native Londoner and I have wealth of stories from this great city.
Ginette A.
United Kingdom (UK)
Hello, fancy a day out from busy Central London and enjoy cycling? Why not join me and see real parts of outer London on our bikes. I was lucky enough to grow up in a glorious area of South West London and apart from travelling to see the world I've always returned. I love meeting new people and showing them my favourite local places by what I feel is the best mode of travel. . . a bike. This historic area is set on a beautiful part of the River Thames, it has old Royal hunting grounds containing deer, world famous places like the 16th Century home of royalty Hampton Court Palace + UNESCO Kew Botanic Gardens. It is only 30-45 minutes from Central London by train or tube and a peaceful place to visit or base yourself whilst visiting London. I hope to see you in my area of London for a bike trip soon Ginette
David C.
United Kingdom (UK)
I am professionally working in travel business since 1998 , studied high school and university in tourism fiel management. Worked in operations , guided tours and now managing own tours and operations.
Vanesa C.
United Kingdom (UK)
Vanesa is an independent London walking tour guide who is passionate about sharing history, art, culture, architecture and interesting bits about London. Here's what people have said about Vanesa: "Great walking tour of London! Communication was very easy (We were a bit late but since the other group had cancelled, Vanessa waited for us!) The tour itself was very interesting, we went to London’s hotspots, learned a lot and had a very fun time! Vanessa is very nice and a great guide. Would definitely recommend and do it again myself!" "Vane's tours are truly worth having. She is knowledgeable and very eager to satisfy the questions of the clients. It is an experience I would easily recommend to anyone. Go for it!"
Andrew W.
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United Kingdom (UK)
I have been a Tourist Guide since c.2014. I started out as a Green Badge Tourist Guide for Southampton, then took a Blue Badge course to become a guide for the central southern region of England. I have a passion for history and beautiful places, and would like to share them with you.
Sean K.
United Kingdom (UK)
A little about me – I am a Londoner (‘born and bred’ as the saying goes) and, following the rigorous training, in March 2005 I qualified as a registered Tourist Guide (with the Blue Badge tourist guiding qualification, the highest guiding qualification in the UK). Since then I have worked exclusively as a professional tourist guide. The Blue Badge qualification allows me to guide in key visitor sites such as Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral. I have guided groups of all sizes (from single individual via couples, families and all through to double-decker bus parties of around 60 individuals). Since 2007 I have been personally recommended by American travel writer Rick Steves in his London and European guide books which has led to the opportunity to work with clients in developing the itineraries that best suited their needs and interests (taking into account factors such as venues opening days, dates, times and peak periods). For me guiding is both a privilege and a great pleasure. The last year has of course been tough for everyone involved in the Travel and Tourism industry and I have truly missed the day to day experience of guiding visitors in and around London and other locations (ie Windsor, Stonehenge). I am able to offer themed tours Iconic London, Shakespeare’s London, Beatles London and Hidden London (to name a few). My ethos is that visitors enjoy and are entertained by what they see and hear (and learn along the way!)
Elizabeth C.
United Kingdom (UK)
Hello! I would like to welcome you to London, my home and the city I love. As well as being an experienced Blue Badge Tour Guide (the ultimate qualification in guiding) I am also a City of London Guide, City of Westminster Guide, Windsor and Eton Guide and Tate Gallery Guide, so wherever we go you'll be in good hands. Only Blue Badge tour guides are permitted to guide inside certain locations, such as Westminster Abbey, Windsor Castle and the Tower of London. My aim is to provide you with enthusiastic, informative and fun private tours which ensure that your London experience will be the best. I was born in the North of England but spent much of my childhood living in India and the Middle East. I moved to London for a year to study on a postgraduate course and never left - working, bringing up my children and developing my career in guiding here. Apart from a few years living in Japan and Singapore, London has been my home for 30 years. I believe there is something for everyone here in London, 2000 years of history rubbing shoulders in a contemporary city with modern architecture, fashion and art. Whatever you are interested in, whether it is royalty, castles, palaces, traditions, galleries, museums or modern culture I can tailor a tour for you. My bespoke tours include walking tours, tours by public transport ( bus, tube, boat or train), or I can organize a car with a driver or a minibus. Within London we can cover the major sites--Westminster Abbey, Royal London, Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard, Churchill War Rooms, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London or explore less well-known districts like Bermondsey, Shoreditch or Spitalfields. Out of London Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Salisbury, Bath, Dover, Leeds Castle, Hever Castle are a few of the many wonderful places that can be easily reached in a day trip. It would be my great pleasure to welcome you to my city and I hope to see you soon. . . . Liz Covid 19 notice - I have been certified "Good to Go" by Visit England. This means that I am fully compliant with best practice to look after my guests on our tours
Popular London Private Tours
London's Jewish History
London
3 hours
A journey through the streets and alleys of London to discover the 1000-year history of the Jews in England. From the arrival of a Jewish community from Normandy in 1066/67 to the Kindertransport children of 1938/39, Jews have played important roles in the unfolding drama of British history. We will visit some of the most spectacular sites in the City. We will also reveal the little-known Jewish associations of some of London's most famous landmarks. I donate all my tour proceeds to charity
FROM$350/ per group
Ian F.
Explore Royal London - Westminster half day walking tour
London
3 hours 30 min
A stroll and stories of Royal London: from Westminster‘s Palace and Abbey - ancient and enduring symbols of a joint enterprise between God, Monarch and the people of this country - to Buckingham Palace, the London residence of the Queen; to St James's Palace, the Tudor hunting lodge that became the centre of our monarchy. All in a short and pleasant stroll through St James's Park. From London‘s best views to secluded corners of our most exclusive shopping district.
FROM$450/ per group
Leila S.
The City of London - London's birthplace (Half day)
London
4 hours
The City of London is where the story of the UK's capital truly begins. Founded by the Romans after they settled in 43 AD, a walk through the City means you are passing through almost 2,000 years of history. Trade and commerce continue to define the district but amidst the modern hi-tech 21st century citadels of financial services are testaments to the past - notably The Tower of London & the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral with it's special & moving monument to Americans servicemen of WWII.
FROM$440/ per group
Sean K.
Notting Hill and Bayswater for tourists and locals
London
3 hours
Contrasts and transformations of the Twentieth Century are embodied in Notting Hill, but well disguised. There’s much more behind its bohemian and affluent surface. Home to music, social activism, Notting Hill Carnival and Portobello Market. Made famous around the world by the romantic comedy of the same name. Steve McQueen's new film Mangrove is looking at a feistier face of Notting Hill. Discover its hidden but famous spots, amazing people, history and day-to-day life - from a local.
FROM$450/ per group
Leila S.
London Highlights in a day
London
8 hours
On this tour you will see all the main sites in London with a friendly, enthusiastic guide. Sites include Westminster (Abbey and Parliament Square), The Changing of the Guard, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square. You will also have the chance to have lunch in a traditional pub. After lunch we travel to Bankside (home of Shakespeare's reconstructed Globe Theatre), London and Tower Bridges and the Tower of London (home of the Crown Jewels).
FROM$800/ per group
Elizabeth C.
Essential London
London
7 hours 30 min
This London tour has it all - world famous sights, photo opportunities galore, history (the interesting bits), stories, English culture, architecture, pageantry, royalty, palaces, a fortress, royal gossip .... your tour takes in so much of what London is about with full explanations on what you are seeing along the way. If you only have time for one London highlights tour - this is the one!
FROM$800/ per group
Vivien S.
The Tower of London - home to the fabulous Crown Jewels
London
4 hours
The Tower of London, is home to the Crown Jewels (the coronation regalia used for state ceremonial occasions, including the 530 carat '1st Star of Africa'). The Tower is the site of imprisonment and executions - including three queens of England and houses a remarkable collection of medieval armour. Together with its many dark tales, The Tower is guarded over by a military detachment and the mysterious ravens, all under the watchful eyes of the Yeoman Warders (the famous Beefeaters).
FROM$440/ per group
Sean K.
The City of London: Hidden and visible history
London
3 hours
The City of London refers to a tiny part of this large metropolis, which is a financial centre and a historical core of it. Although it looks like the most modern part of London with a cluster of skyscrapers, it hides 2000 years of history, peculiar ceremonies and a key to London's success and the power of the British economy. From St Paul's Cathedral - an architectural wonder and a symbol of London's resilience through windy streets of the City to the Tower of London - formidable fortress.
FROM$450/ per group
Leila S.
New London Private Tours
30+ Top Sights of London Private Tour & St. Paul's Cathedral Entry
London
5 hours 30 min
Join your own expert private tour guide on an exploration of London’s major landmarks, then step inside the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral! You'll enjoy walking through the Westminster and London Bridge areas of the city as your guide shows you sights including Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and so much more! There will be plenty of stories told along the way, and afterwards you'll enter the grand St. Paul's Cathedral!
FROM$425/ per group
Geoff L.
Top London Landmarks Private Tour & The Shard Viewing Gallery Entry
London
5 hours 30 min
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! Sights include Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, Tower of London and many more top landmarks!
FROM$425/ per group
Geoff L.
London’s Best Landmarks Private Tour & Tower Bridge Entry
London
5 hours 30 min
This incredible tour takes you through two of London’s best-known areas - Westminster & The London Bridge neighbourhood (a.k.a The Southbank). With your own expert private tour guide, you’ll enjoy a fascinating 5-hour walking tour with over 30+ bucket-list sights. Then it’ll be time to explore Tower Bridge! Your ticket includes access to all exhibitions, the Victorian Engine Rooms and the thrilling 42-metre-high glass walkway with views of the London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and much more!
FROM$425/ per group
Geoff L.
Private Westminster Tour with Abbey & Churchill War Rooms Entry
London
3 hours 20 min
See 20+ London Attractions with a fun local guide as you walk the famous streets of Westminster, with Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament & more! Then you'll enter two of London's most interesting historical attractions. First, explore the great Westminster Abbey where royal coronations and burials have taken place for over 1000 years! Then visit the Churchill War Rooms - the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his cabinet lived and planned victory in World War 2.
FROM$425/ per group
Geoff L.
Best of Westminster Private Tour with Kew Gardens Tickets
London
3 hours
Join your own expert private guide on an unforgettable 3-hour walking tour that shows the best sights in London’s famous Westminster area, then enjoy the beauty of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew! In the morning, you’ll see Buckingham Palace (with a chance to witness the Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and much more! Then spend your afternoon exploring the stunning Kew Gardens - a UNESCO-listed site with over 50,000 living plants!
FROM$385/ per group
Geoff L.
Westminster Private Walking Tour & Tower of London Entry
London
3 hours
See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben & 20+ other top sights before entering the infamous Tower of London! You'll start with a fascinating private walking tour to discover the history, culture, and legends of London. Exploring the famous Westminster area, you'll see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and much more! Then, step into the Tower of London - one of London's most fascinating attractions. This is your chance to see the Beefeaters and Crown Jewels!
FROM$385/ per group
Geoff L.
Best of Westminster Private Walking Tour & London Eye Ticket
London
3 hours
Join a fun London guide to see 20+ top Westminster sights, then see the city from high up as you ride the London Eye! Your private tour provides a deep dive into the history, culture, and legends of London. We’ll walk through Westminster, passing Buckingham Palace (with a chance to witness the Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and much more! Next, visit the London Eye with your ticket included, offering breathtaking views of the city.
FROM$385/ per group
Geoff L.
Westminster Private Walking Tour & Churchill War Rooms Entry
London
3 hours
Join your own expert London guide for entertaining stroll through the historic Westminster area. Learn the stories behind the landmarks as you see Buckingham Palace, Parliament Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and so much more! Afterwards, you’ll visit the Churchill War Rooms to discover the secrets of the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived, worked, and planned victory in the 2nd World War. It's a unique and fascinating look back through British history!
FROM$385/ per group
Geoff L.
London Private Tour Guide
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There is so much to see and do in London, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.
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