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Mayfair and Belgravia Private Walking Tour

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About this activity

A private walking tour through some of the most exclusive districts in London which has been home to some of the most famous and infamous figures in the world. Well away from the crowds we'll explore secret alleys, green-leafed squares, haunted pubs, beautiful streets and gorgeous homes, churches, boutique shops and genteel neighbourhoods that the rich call home.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Alcoholic beverages

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Marble Arch

        At the junction of the famous Oxford Street and the A5 Edgware Road is the triumphal Marble Arch. Nearby is where the infamous Tyburn Tree exception point was located as well as the much less grim Speakers Corner.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      2. A beautiful old church that's now hosts a selection of upmarket eateries. Nearby we will see homes related to The Beatles and other figures.

        5 minutesAdmission included

      3. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        A quality hotel that was built for very different reasons.

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      4. Quirky public gardens with an interesting history and just as quirky rules.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      5. One of the great garden squares of Mayfair and London, until recently home of the American embassy and the site of several American memorials.

        5 minutesAdmission free

      6. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        Restaurant of famed foul-mouthed London chef!

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      7. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        One of the finest hotels in the world and we'll hear a very Churchillian story about a royal birth here.

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      8. Handel & Hendrix in London

        Musical legends separated by a couple of centuries but just one dividing walls. Ironically their homes are right next door to each other in this classy part of London.

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      9. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        Hidden courtyards and alleys of high-end restaurants and boutique shops.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      10. Secluded green gardens that were once a working cemetery.

        5 minutesAdmission free

      11. A hidden jewel of Mayfair, One of the most gorgeous churches you will ever see and one that looks much older inside than its 19th century building indicates.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      12. A pub with a very haunted story to tell and just a few yards away from where the Queen was born and Banksy artwork... what more could drinkers want?

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      13. A local pub that was once owned by Madonna and Guy Ritchie with regulars including Prince William and Leonardo DiCaprio.

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      14. A beautiful square with the oldest Plain trees in London, surrounded by antique shops, luxury car showrooms and all sorts of interesting places.

        10 minutesAdmission free

      15. Once the haunt of the criminal underworld and glitzy Clermont Set and with connections to the infamous Lord Lucan. Since 2020 it has been a remodelled casino and right next door to Annabel's perhaps the most exclusive Price Members Club in London.

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      16. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        One of the exclusive shopping destinations in London and home to many exclusive brands.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      17. Your chance to have your photo taken between Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill and President Roosevelt.

        5 minutesAdmission free

      18. A beautiful old Georgian Shopping Arcade.

        Pass by (no stop)Admission free

      19. A hotel famed for its Presidential visits and important role in the history of telecommunications.

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      20. Literally a British Christmas institution and home to many important inventions and discoveries.

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      21. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        On the corner of the historic and fashionable Curzon Street

        On the corner of the historic and fashionable Curzon Street was the home of Harry Selfridge who created the world-renowned Selfridges Department Store on Oxford Street,

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      22. Mayfair

        Mayfair is now an opulent district of London but it actually started off as a fair... in May until things all got out of hand as these things do!

        5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      23. Whilst much of Mayfair

        Whilst much of Mayfair is rather grandiose, this corner is very atmospheric and historic with narrow streets and old pubs and restaurants.

        15 minutesAdmission free

      24. Apsley House

        The one-time home of the victorious Duke of Wellington and with a street address of Number 1 London, you know it has to be a bit special.

        5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      25. Wellington Arch

        There are all manner statues and memorials here but the one that always catches the eye is the Wellington Arch.

        5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      26. We leave Mayfair behind us and enter luxurious Belgravia, all owned by possibly the richest landlord in the world... the Duke of Westminster.

        1 hourAdmission free

      27. Said to be one of the most haunted pubs in London with the original Go-Fund-Me scheme to save a poor ghost.

        20 minutesAdmission included

      28. When many people think of London, they imagine the streets around Belgrave Square. Home to dozens of foreign embassies and the backdrop to many a film and tv show. We'll visit the homes of Emperors and writers along the way and see the spot of perhaps the most infamous British murder of the 20th Century involving the illusive Lord Lucan.

        15 minutesAdmission free

      29. A lovely quaint old pub hidden away from passersby and just round the corner to a tragic moment in Beatles history.

        5 minutesAdmission not included

      30. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        The centre of the Chester Square area and we will also visit the home of Mary Shelley and the Iron Lady herself, Lady Margaret Thatcher as well as the Londons one-time quietest police station!

        10 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

      31. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        Another of those fashionable London districts but this one seemingly off the route of most tourists which is just how we like it!

        5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      32. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        One last district of London, overshadowed by its famous train and coach stations.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      33. Royal Observatory Greenwich

        Having all ready passed the street of the former homes of Sir Sean Connery and Sir Roger Moore we will see the home of Sir Ian Fleming who created 007 James Bond.

        5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      Meeting point

      We will meet you just outside Marble Arch Underground Station (Oxford Street) exit.

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      Pickup

      • Pickup, or meet at the start point
      • 744 hotels are served
      • You can request another pickup address
      • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup

      Drop-off

      • We end at Victoria Station for easy onward travel around London or a quick journey back by tube/taxi/uber to your hotel.

      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
      • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking

      Cancellation and refunds

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

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      At least 1 days before100%
      Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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      Ye Olde England Tours
      Product code
      8607P81

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