Secrets of Spitalfields Private Walking Tour

Points forts

Itinéraire

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   The oldest licenced house in the City of London. A lovely old Tudor pub from 1593 with a fascinating history in this no-mans land between the City and Whitechapel.

   3 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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   There's been a church here for well over 1,000 years and many famous people such as Sir Isaac Newton and Daniel Defoe have worshipped here. The beautifully landscaped gardens hide a terrible secret beneath!

   10 minutes•Entrée libre

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   The infamous Aldgate Pump (of death) not only has a remarkable history but inspired a phrase in 'Cockney' English. Nearby we will see ruins of the old Trinity Priory.

   5 minutes•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   Londons hardest to find cemetery is right opposite an infamous murder spot.

   5 minutes•Entrée libre

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   Discovered when preparatory works for the Gherkin where being made.

   2 minutes•Entrée libre

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   The Gherkin

   One of the most iconic of the modern generation of London skyscrapers

   2 minutes•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   The oldest surviving Synagogue in what was once a very Jewish area of London.

   2 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   This was once a notorious part of London just outside the City Walls

   5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   Now a fashionable leisure destination but 150 years ago home to the East India Company. It's history though goes back over another 1,000 years to the Knights of the Cnihtengild.

   5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    Spitalfields has a long history in the textile and weaving trade.

    5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    A relic of the past which survived until just a few years ago.

    2 minutes•Entrée non incluse

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    This beautiful White Chapel Huguenot Church was once the centre of the community and nearby we will see some of the beautiful houses, shops and pubs in the area. We will also see where Queen Victoria had her wedding dress made and why she chose Spitalfields as well as seeing a period house often used in TV shows and films for its authentic appearances.

    2 minutes•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

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    Original Alms Houses from times past which

    Original Alms Houses from times past which are still operating and giving a helping hand to those that need it the most.

    5 minutes•Entrée non incluse

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    This mosque was once a synagogue and before that a church.

    2 minutes•Entrée non incluse

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    Brick Lane Market

    Just one of several markets in Brick Lane

    10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    Brick Lane

    Brick Lane was once a very Jewish area and we will go by Britains oldest Beigel shop which you're very welcome to try out. Nearby is the legendary Dark Sugars who we think make the best Hot Chocolate in the world. Or you might want to try out some of the incredible flavours from the Indian Subcontinent.

    20 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    We won't list all the markets round here... but you get the idea!

    10 minutes•Entrée libre

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    In the midst of the best preserved streets of Spitalfields, we will see the historic Dennis Severs' House. (If you pick the optional entry on a Saturday then we may be able to go inside). Either way, this area gives an idea of how rich Spitalfields used to be before it descended into the poverty and crime which gripped it through much of the 19th and 20th centuries.

    10 minutes•Entrée non incluse

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    Once home to a famous animal market. Now one of the trendiest markets in London

    5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    During the recent extensive development of the area, archeologists found these ruins deep underground that once stores thousands of bones.

    5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    Spitalfields

    This listing of what we see isn't all-inclusive as there are various other places too such as the birthplace of Susanna Wesley, the mother who gave birth to John and Charles who founded Methodism.

    15 minutes•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

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    Old Spitalfields Market

    Once an old functioning market but now a high-end place with great food and artisan products.

    10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

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    One of the most atmospheric streets in London though it doesn't take too much imagination to realise its history might not be as pleasant as it is today.

    5 minutes•Entrée libre

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    Near to 'Bedlam' we finish this tour by this lovely and evocative memorial to Jewish children saved by Sir Nicholas Winton just before WW2.

    5 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

Point de rendez-vous

We shall meet just outside the exit of Aldgate Underground Station from where the tour commences

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Prise en charge

• Prise en charge ou rendez-vous au point de départ
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À savoir avant de partir

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Just show your paper or e-ticket to your guide.

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.