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5 hour Essential London with a Local (Group up to 10 people)

Iconic Photos

Buckingham Palace

Trafalgar Square

Royal Horse Guard

Downing Street

St James Park

Royal Guard

St James Palace

Royal Horse Guard

Crowd 1

Crowd 2

Crowd 3

5 hour Essential London with a Local (Group up to 10 people)

Highlights

Joined 2025

Rich B.

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London

English (Native)

5 hours

Private tour (only you and Rich B.)

Up to 10 people

Explore the heart of London on this unforgettable London walking tour, showcasing the city’s most iconic landmarks . It’s the perfect way to snap those must-have photos and dive into everything that makes London legendary.

There’s more to this tour than just picture-perfect views. Along the way, I’ll point out local favourites for food, drinks, and experiences—so you’ll leave not just with memories, but with a real feel for life in London.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

London Green Park.

- Getting to our meeting point is easy! Hop on the Tube (underground) and head to Green Park Station, served by the Jubilee, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines. Once you arrive, take the exit that leads straight into the park. You’ll spot a fountain near a café—that’s where I’ll be waiting to welcome you. Just look for the familiar face (possibly even better in person! ;) .

Green Park / Spencer House

Why is this called Green Park ? And what does Spencer house have to do with the Royals ?

Buckingham Palace

Not always a Palace , what is the historic stories behind this iconic building ?

Clarence House

This is where the King and Queen Live , but why don't they live at the palace ?

The Mall

Why is this road painted Red ?

St James Palace

Why did the British forget about this famous palace and what great King is it related too?

St James Park

Discover the original backyard of the Kings and Queens and meet a few of the locals .

Trafalgar Square

What is the story behind this iconic square and the famous Nelson Colum

Whitehall

Why is this Road called Whitehall ?

Horse Guard Parade

This is where we meet the famous Horse Mount Guard

10 Downing Street

That Famous Black Door

Westminster Palace

The original Royal palace with the rather large clock ! (Big Ben)

Westminster Abbey

Hatches, Matches and Dispatches … this is where it all happens .

Thames Boat Ride on Thames Clipper / Uber Boat

A Short River trip down the Thames takes in some great landmarks from the river as we head out of Royal London to the City.

Please note fair is not included with the tour cost approx. £10 - £12 per person.

Borough Market

Grab Some Lunch on the Go ! Borough Market is one of London’s oldest and most renowned food markets, bursting with a vibrant mix of artisan produce, street food, and international flavours. Nestled under Victorian railway arches near London Bridge, it’s a sensory feast where locals and visitors alike come to taste, explore, and indulge.

Southbank

A short scenic river walk to talk in the iconic London Landmarks of the Tower and Tower bridge.

Tower Bridge

A Walk over the iconic World Famous Bridge.

Ending Point

Tower of London

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Fully Guided walking Tour with qualified London Guide

What‘s not included

Admissions in to the buildings we visit

Transport cost throughout the tour

Food

Gratitude's

Tour Important Information

This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

This is a walking tour and we do not visit the interior of any of the buildings.

Further Add on can be made to this tour for additional fee.

This tour can be made fully bespoke to meet you specific interest, need and dates and time constraints , Please contact me for details.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Rich B.

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About Tour Guide Rich B.

As a born and bred London and qualified guide it would be a pleasure to show you the city that I love , live and play in.

As well as all the essential London and British Must see’s with the best stories and photo opportunities . I love working with guests and building unique specific itineraries off the beaten trail and taking them to places not in the guide books.

Need help with Transport , Restaurant Recommendations, Luggage Storage as a Londoner I can have all this covered for you.

'When you get bored of London , you are bored of Life!' It will be a pleasure to make a London memory with and for you.