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Pompous Britain Interactive and Alternative London Walking Tour

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British history done differently. Pompous Britain is the interactive and alternative retelling of central London's most famous landmarks. Don't just learn history, be part of it. Sample Queen Elizabeth's favourite drink in front of Buckingham Palace, play the historic sport on Pall Mall that gave the street its name, and uncover the scandalous backstories of Britain's most esteemed characters — before ending on the most loved one of all, over a pint with the local landlord. All this pomp in 100 minutes through central London.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Alcoholic beverages

    Not included

    • Entrance fees

    Itinerary

    1. Green Park

      Green Park is the only royal park in London without any flowers - find out which queen banished them and why.

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Changing of the Guard

      Learn the history behind one of Britain's most iconic buildings and sample the beloved Queen Elizabeth I's favourite drink in front of the palace.

      10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Play the historic sport on Pall Mall that gave the street its name and find out why this famous road is painted red.

      7 minutesAdmission free

    4. St. James's Palace

      Find out how this palace divided Britain in two for centuries.

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Sample the King's Ginger Liqueur which holds the Royal Warrant, and learn for who and why it was made.

      7 minutesAdmission free

    6. Trafalgar Square

      Visit the heartbeat of the city where the country comes to celebrate and protest.

      2 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    7. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Learn about Britain's greatest hero and and find out the famous saying you didn't realise came from him.

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    8. Whitehall

      Find out what used to be on this famous street, and why it's there no more.

      3 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    9. Banqueting House

      Find out what one-of-a-kind event took place here and why booking a Christmas dinner here is highly ironic

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    10. Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

      Take photos of this iconic landmark and learn why its gong sounds so strange.

      5 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    11. Sample British ale in a classic pub and see what device ensures politicians don't forget to vote when they're at the pubs. Optionally stay for a pint with your guide Greg after the tour has finished.

      15 minutesAdmission free

    Meeting point

    We meet at the 'The Constance Fund Diana Fountain Green Park' which is the first thing you come to as you walk out of the Green Park tube station and into Green Park. If you're arriving by London Underground, get off at Green Park station and follow the exit signs to Green Park.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • We end at St Stephen's Tavern pub, opposite Big Ben and immediately next to Westminster Underground station making it easy for customers to move to their next stop.

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Brit Happens Tours
    Product code
    5693503P1

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