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London Landmark Walking Tour & Ride The London Eye

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About this activity

This is a fun London walking tour where you will see the top 30 London Attractions in 5 hours and then we’ll give you your London Eye tickets to enjoy a spin with some amazing views of the River Thames, Big Ben, Parliament and much more. One of our most comprehensive London Walking Tours. You will see everything from the ground and then from up high! This tour takes you through two of London’s best-known areas : Westminster & The London Bridge neighbourhood (a.k.a. The Southbank) We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, and the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) We then go to the London Bridge area. Sights you will see here include Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, London Bridge, and the Tower of London. (Your guide will not go on the London Eye with you as they are afraid of heights.).

Highlights

    What's included

    • 30+ Top sights of London
    • London Eye Tickets
    • Small Tour Group Size
    • Fun Local Guide

    Not included

    • Please bring a topped up Oyster Card or Travel Card. We do hop on the underground for a few stops
    • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch to sip and nibble on the tour)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point

    Itinerary

    1. Changing of the Guard

      After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Trafalgar Square

      Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

      20 minutesAdmission free

    4. Whitehall

      Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This

      Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

      At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

      40 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Westminster

      Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    7. After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

      40 minutesAdmission free

    8. St. Paul's Cathedral

      Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    9. Borough Market

      Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    10. London Bridge

      We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    11. London Eye

      After the walking tour, enjoy a spin with amazing views of the River Thames, Big Ben, Parliament, and much more! It's One of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels, or cantilevered observation wheels, and one of the highest observation decks in the English capital.

      1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    •⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) •⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs •⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you on the London Eye. Pre-book tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour - no need to wait in the ticket line! • London Eye is around 15 mins away by public transport - transport cost will be approx. £5.

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Its a walking tour, so there is a moderate amount of walking involved
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (Umbrella if it looks like rain!)
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • We meet outside The Ritz hotel (155 Piccadilly) At the Ritz, please meet us next to two red telephone boxes & the two souvenir stalls We meet at 9.50am & the tour departs at 10am. Sadly we do not wait or give refunds for latecomers

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Top Sights Tours Group LLC
    Product code
    75760P16

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