London: Historic City Walking Tour (& Rooftop Garden Access)

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the enduring charm and rich history of the City of London
• Walk to the Tower of London and find out who was beheaded there
• Discover the difference between London Bridge and Tower Bridge
• See the oldest pub in the city, and hear the Bow Bells of St. Mary-le-Bow.
• Enjoy free access to a rooftop garden for stunning views of London

Description

Our City of London Tour will take you from the origins of our capital straight through to the modern-day – without missing anything in between!

Follow us as we lead you to the most historic pub in all of London, through the financial heart of the United Kingdom, and along the glorious and picturesque River Thames. You will travel down medieval alleyways and discover hidden gems as we adventure through London, encompassing world-famous sites and areas off the tourist-beaten track you'd never find on your own.

And you'll finish with a visit to one of the most incredible rooftops in London!

The unassuming St. Clement Danes is now the official site of worship for the Royal Airforce. See the damage, left unaltered, that was done to it during the bombing campaigns in World War II.

Did you know that there is a 2,000 year old City inside our city? The Temple Bar marker shows you the boundary lines into the fiscal and governmental districts of the City of London.

One of the oldest, best-known, and family-friendly pubs in London, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese has hosted some of the biggest names in London's history: Dickens, Conan Doyle, and P.G. Wodehouse, just to name a few.

One of the most famous churches in the world, St. Paul's Cathedral was completed in the early 1700s, it has been the site of many significant events, including the funeral of Sir Winston Churchill and the wedding of Prince Charles (now King Charles III) and Lady Diana Spencer.

See Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London.

Stand on top of the vaults of the Bank of England, which currently hold 310 tonnes of solid bars of gold!

Hear the story of the most devastating fire that swept through our city—the Great Fire of London in 1666. The Monument opened to the public in the 1670s; it is still possible to visit today.

Likely the most famous bridge in the world, London Bridge sits on a site that has held a crossing over the River Thames since the year AD42. The medieval Bridge was famously 'falling down' and here, your guide will tell you why!

Still a bit controversial, The Shard, standing tall at 310 meters (1,016 feet), dominates the London skyline as Western Europe's tallest building.

The iconic symbol of London, Tower Bridge, spans the River Thames with its distinctive bascules and towers. The bridge is a draw bridge, and you may get the chance to see it open on one of our summertime afternoon tours.

Tower of London: One of the oldest buildings in London, it is a historic fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, this iconic landmark has served as a royal palace, prison, and treasury.

The Garden at 120: Finish with a visit to this beautiful rooftop garden with sweeping views over the London skyline! Note that there may be a small wait to access the garden at busy times.