Discover the old and new of London on this fascinating private tour, combining 3 hours walking by the famous sights of Westminster with a visit to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre!
On your Westminster walking tour, your fun local guide will show you famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, The London Eye and Parliament Square.
Afterwards, get the full Shakespeare experience at the beautifully reconstructed Globe Theatre!
The Ritz
- We meet 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 King Charles & Camilla used to stay when in London) and 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 The Globe Theatre.
You can choose to walk but it will be quicker on the tube - please bring a Contactless Bank Card or Topped-up Oyster for the Underground journey.
This wonderful London attraction is a perfect reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original playhouse, and it's a must-see for theatre lovers! An expert guide will show you around and tell stories of the bard, and you’ll also have time to explore on your own with an audio guide.
We recommend taking at least 90 minutes to enjoy this attraction.
Near Westminster Abbey
Fun Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Westminster Area
Over 20 of the top sights of London
Entrance ticket & tour of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport from Westminster to Globe Theatre (please bring contactless payment car of Oyster card for the tube journey)
*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 The Globe Theatre, but will give you directions and entry tickets
*Please bring a topped up Oyster card or working credit/debit card for the tube journey