See the very best of historic Westminster with your own private tour guide before cruising down the River Thames by boat - this is a great way to experience many of London's most famous landmarks, both on land and from the water!
See Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and much more with your guide, then travel down the river to see the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and cross under London Bridge!
The Ritz
- Meet your local guide outside the Ritz hotel (W1J 9BR). Next to two red telephone boxes. Nearest underground station is Green Park.
Your tour begins with a stroll through royal Green Park to Buckingham Palace - official residence of the King! Here, your guide will tell stories of the palace's long history.
(Pssst....want to see the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony? This is your chance! Book the 10am start time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, or any day in June & July)
We then walk up The Mall, past Clarence House (where Charles & Camilla often stay when they are in London) & catch a glimpse of St James Palace. We will stop along the way to admire the various statues, historic buildings & monuments.
You'll visit Westminster's most famous public square, built to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar and the site of many famous British gatherings. See Nelson's Column and many other statues and historic buildings around the square.
Continue towards the political heart of London, passing Downing Street and the London Eye along the way.
See famous statues including Winston Churchill in this historic square, and admire the impressive Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster) and Big Ben!
Next, you'll approach the iconic Westminster Abbey, where many Royal weddings, funerals, and coronations have taken place over centuries. Your guide will tell you stories of the abbey's past and the famous people buried here.
Your guide will show you the way to nearby Westminster Pier, and you'll also be given tickets for the next part of your tour - a relaxing cruise down the Thames!
Sit back and get comfortable as you watch the London sights along this historic part of the Thames, travelling from Westminster towards the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
You'll get great views of the London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Tate Modern, HMS Belfast and other city landmarks, as well as crossing under Blackfriars Bridge, Millennium Bridge, Southwark Bridge and London Bridge!
Nearby Westminster Pier
Fun Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Westminster Area
Over 20 of the top sights of London
Ticket for your Thames River Cruise experience!
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
*This is a walking tour so please wear comfortable shoes
*The tour will run in all weather so bring an umbrella or rain jacket
*Food & drink not included - please bring snacks and water
*At the end of your walking tour, your guide will give you tickets for the River Cruise