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!
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 available 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.
You will say goodbye to your guide near Westminster Abbey, and they will give you directions to get to Churchill War Rooms - just a few minutes walk away.
Discover the secrets of the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived, worked, and planned victory in the 2nd World War. Now a museum, the rooms house many fascinating artefacts and exhibitions, all telling the story of the people who once worked here and what they achieved.
Near Westminster Abbey
Fun Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Westminster Area
Over 20 of the top sights of London
Entry ticket to the Churchill War Rooms
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
*Please note that your guide will not accompany you to Churchill War Rooms, but will give you directions and entry tickets
*For Changing of the Guard, select 10am start time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays or Sundays, or any available day in June & July