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Best Guided Tours in London, England

  1. Chessington World of Adventures Resort: Entrance Ticket | GetYourGuide

    Chessington World of Adventure Resort is a haven for thrill seekers. 


    A crazy trip, seeing endangered creatures, and meeting some of the UK's most beloved children's characters will have your heart racing.

     

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  2. London: 3-Hour Sacred, Secret, Sanctuary Gardens & Ruins | GetYourGuide

    During this private walking tour, you'll see parts of the City of London that even locals aren't aware of, including secret gardens and ancient ruins. 


    The old Gothic churchyard gardens provide a tranquil haven in the midst of hectic London's chaos.

     

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  3. London: 3-Hour WW II Blitz Private Tour | GetYourGuide

    From September 7 to May 11, 1941, London was bombarded by the Luftwaffe on a scale that had never been seen before, and which has never been seen again. 


    It was once known as the Blitz, and had an enormous impact on London's history.

     

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  4. London by Night Taxi Tour | GetYourGuide

    As the sun goes down over London, floodlights turn on to light up the city's landmarks, making for an unforgettable nighttime view.

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  5. London: Downton Abbey 2.5–Hour Walking Tour | GetYourGuide

    Walking tours with the Downton Abbey characters are available during the London season. 


    An award-winning television series was shot on location, and you'll get to explore some of those same locations on this tour.

     

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  6. London: Private Speedboat Hire through the Heart of The City | GetYourGuide

    Rent a speedboat for up to 12 people and cruise around the heart of London at breakneck speed.

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  7. London: Private Tour with Locals – Highlights & Hidden Gems | GetYourGuide


    A 3-hour private guided tour of London will provide you with a comprehensive insight into the city. 


    You'll learn about the city's most important attractions, as well as a few lesser-known jewels, while enjoying a tasty treat and an engaging narrative.

     

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  8. London: 1.5-Hour Private Kick-Start Tour with a Local | GetYourGuide

    Start your time in London with a 1.5-hour private introductory tour with a native who will teach you the best way to appreciate the city.

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  9. London Personal Vacation & Travel Photographer -LAST MINUTE | GetYourGuide

    For a small fee, you can get professional photography services in London, such as a one-hour photo shoot in front of the city's landmarks.

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  10. Dover to London & Heathrow via Canterbury and Leeds Castle | GetYourGuide

    Combine your journey to London and Heathrow with a full-day tour to Canterbury and Leeds Castle!

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  11. Roman London Walking Tour | GetYourGuide

    There are Roman ruins all around the country, not only in Rome. 


    Despite the fact that humans had already been living in the area for centuries, it was the Romans who laid the foundations for what would eventually become the modern metropolis of London.

     

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  12. From London: Unescorted Day Trip to Paris | GetYourGuide

    You do not have to go to Rome to see Roman ruins, or even St Albans, Bath or York. Though people were all ready living here, it was the Romans who founded the modern city of Londinium that through the millennia has grown into modern day London.



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  13. Oxford, Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle Day Trip from London

    Take a day out of your London city break to visit Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle, traveling to three of England’s most-popular locations. Begin with a tour of Warwick Castle before heading to Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare's birthplace. Then explore Oxford and its university buildings, and drive through the Cotsworlds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.



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  14. Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London

    Visit some of the top attractions outside of London on this day trip to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and the historic town of Bath. Start at Windsor Castle, home to the British royal family, for a tour of the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel, and then continue west of London to Salisbury, home of the mysterious Stonehenge rock formations. Finally, arrive in Bath, known for its elegant Georgian architecture and Roman baths. All admission tickets are included in the tour price. Please note: Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays



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  15. Harry Potter Tour of Warner Bros. Studio with Transport from London


    The Warner Bros. Studio Tour London will transport you right into the heart of the wizarding universe created by J.K. Rowling and her team. 


    From central London, get on an air-conditioned coach to the Harry Potter studios, where you may follow in the footsteps of Hogwarts' student wizards at your own pace. 


    Take a trip on a broomstick like the cast, explore Platform 9 and 34 and Diagon Alley, and learn the secrets of the movies' on-screen wizardry at Hogwarts. 


    This tour of the Harry Potter studios in London comes with a round-trip bus ride and tickets to get in.

     

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  16. Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

    Save time and money by taking this full-day tour from London that includes round-trip transportation to explore the best of rural England without having to arrange for your own transportation. 


    You can choose between two routes and take an air-conditioned coach bus with Wi-Fi onboard to get where you want to go. 


    If you want to see both Windsor Castle and Stonehenge in one day, you can do so with a pub lunch in Lacock or a walking tour of Windsor.


    Both routes travel via Jane Austen's hometown of Bath.

     

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  17. Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise


    On this hop-on, hop-off sightseeing trip, ride the open-top, double-decker Big Bus to see the best of London. 


    If you have a 1- to 3-day ticket, you can construct your own schedule that includes visits to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, St. Paul's Cathedral, and other landmarks in the capital city. 


    As you take in the city's attractions from atop the London Eye big observation wheel, you can upgrade to the fast-track London Eye option to enjoy unhindered views and onboard commentary. 


    You can enjoy a tour of the Thames River by getting off the boat at Westminster Pier or the Tower of London.

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  18. Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath Tour from London with Admission


    Three historic locations, including two of England's most popular World Heritage Sites, will be explored on this full-day guided coach tour. 


    At Windsor Castle, you'll learn all about Henry VIII, Mary Tudor, and Elizabeth II, as well as about the enigmatic Stonehenge stone circle, which dates back more than 5,000 years. 


    Visit the Roman spa town of Bath, which is known for its natural thermal springs and the Roman Baths, before heading back to your lodgings.

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  19. London In One Day Tour with Changing of the Guard with London Eye option

    With a guide, you can see all of London in a single day on this all-inclusive tour that lasts all day. 


    As you travel across London in an air-conditioned carriage, you'll have priority entry to St. Paul's Cathedral and a guided tour of the cathedral. 


    Additionally, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey are included in this list of must-see attractions. 


    Take in the Changing of the Guard event at London's Tower of London afterwards. 


    You can either use your free Thames River boat ticket after your meal, or you can save it for a later date. 


    Tickets to the London Eye can be purchased as an additional option for a nocturnal view of the city.

     

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  20. Fully Guided Tour of Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter

    This official guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London: The Making of Harry Potter is a must-do for any and all Harry Potter enthusiasts out there. 


    Take a train from central London to the studio, where you'll be greeted by a representative and taken on an immersive adventure including genuine sets, props, and costumes from all eight Harry Potter movies. 


    J.K. Rowling's wizarding world has places like Diagon Alley, Platform 9 3/4, Hagrid's Hut, Dumbledore's Office, and more.

     

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  21. Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

    Take a Thames River cruise from Westminster to Greenwich to see some of London's most famous attractions. 


    As you sail past landmarks like Shakespeare's Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London, your live commentary will keep you entertained. 


    Visit the Cutty Sark or the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, where you may see the sights from the ship's open or enclosed decks. 


    Upgrade your package to include a return trip to Westminster by cruise ship.

     

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  22. Best of London Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, with a Cream Tea or London Eye Upgrade

    The most thorough magical tour of London lets you see all of the city's most notable landmarks. 


    Visit the stunning St. Paul's Cathedral before moving on to Westminster Abbey for some photos. 


    Observe the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and visit the Tower of London, where you'll have some time to eat lunch before returning to your hotel (own expense). 


    Enjoy a longer river ride and then upgrade to a London Eye flight or a cream tea at Harrods to round out the experience.

     

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  23. The London Dinner Cruise on the Thames River

    Dinner cruises on the Thames River in London are a great way to spend an evening with friends and family, and this one is no exception. 


    On board your sightseeing boat, enjoy a four-course supper as you sail by London landmarks, including the Tower of London and the London Eye, all lit up at night. 


    During the trip, background music will be played instead of live entertainment, and if you'd like to dance, you're more than welcome to.

     

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  24. Lunch in the Cotswolds Tour from London

    This full-day tour includes a two-course lunch in the Cotswolds, a peaceful alternative to the hustle and bustle of London. 


    The undulating scenery and slow pace of the Cotswolds, famed for their stone-built villages, rich pastures, and old-world ambience, can be savored aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned carriage from London. 


    Enjoy a classic English lunch at a historic Cotswolds hotel restaurant, complete with a stone fireplace and oak beams, in the middle of your tour of beautiful villages like Burford, Bibury, and Stow-in-the-Wold.

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  25. Fully Guided Luxury Paris Day Trip with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower

    Lunch on the Eiffel Tower is included in this private day excursion from London via Eurostar. 


    From St. Pancras International, take a high-speed train to Paris, where you'll see the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe on a panoramic coach tour before boarding a Seine River cruise. 


    Afterwards, either visit the Louvre (on your own) or take advantage of some spare time after a delicious lunch at an exclusive Eiffel Tower restaurant. 


    You'll get breakfast and dinner as part of your first-class Eurostar ticket! 


    Please keep in mind that Restaurant 58 will reopen in the fall of 2020. 


    Until then, the Eiffel Tower restaurant has been replaced by a lunch cruise on the Seine River.

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What are guided tours?

Guided tours are all generally all-inclusive group travel experiences led by a local travel guide and following a fixed itinerary for a specific tourist attractive or local activity. Many sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets for major travel attractions, group day/night tours, food tastings, wine tastings, and even airport transfers.

Should I use guided tours on my vacations?

Explore and experience your destination like a local.

Discover what your vacation spot has to offer from the perspective of a local. Find hidden Gems!

Avoid scams and pay better prices

You should get the greatest deal you can before your vacation. Booking your guided tours in advance will help you avoid being taken advantage of by dishonest local tour operators who overcharge.

I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?

With so many guided tours to choose from, you’re likely to find one that fits your budget.

Save time, and Get the most out of your trip.

Use every minute of your trip! Memories aren’t made while you wait in line. BOOK AHEAD and avoid the long lines at the world’s best places.

With a scheduled tour itinerary, you will know precisely what you will be doing each day, eliminating the possibility of disappointment.

Check reviews before buying a guided tour

Spoilt for choice and can’t decide which tour to go on? If you want to know which activities are better for you, look at the reviews from people.

No risk to you. Free cancellation

Many of the guided tours allow you to change your mind and cancel your reservation up to 24 hours prior to the activity day without incurring any additional fees. If your trip plans alter at the last minute, this will come in handy.

Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation

It’s wonderful to meet people from all around the world on your guided excursions!

Types of guided tours available for your vacation

Depending on the city you are traveling to, there are just about any guide tours and activities for everybody. There are outdoor guided trips, water activities, Nature trails, Music celebrations, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems exploration, beer or white wine drinking and tasting trips, special television & Movies tours, romantic couple trips, kids’ activities, trips to Parks and Gardens, Island exploration tours, visits popular landmarks, Museum guided tours and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to check out to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping trips, theaters and auditorium, visit ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for rental, helicopter trips, ferryboat tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, luxury yacht services and sailboat rental.