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Secret Old London Guided Walking Tour

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London, England
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Walking through the most ancient part of London, you'll discover the remains of historic churches, gorgeous old pubs, and Tudor architecture.

These quiet streets have witnessed some of the most extraordinary and bloody moments in British history, from the Blitz, the Great Fire, Plague and Executions.

See the memorials to Protestant Martyrs burnt alive by Bloody Mary Tudor; find out how William Wallace met his end, and locate London's most significant Black Death cemetery.

But its not all blood and guts, as we will pass through the most gorgeous Tudor gateway in the City, explore alleyways barely touched in 400 years and see the church used in Four Weddings and a Funeral.

You'll be taken within the shell of a church destroyed in the Blitz, and be led into the park which displays the most touching memorial to self sacrifice you could possibly imagine.

The walk lasts 1.5 hours and will leave a lasting impression of a different side to London's extraordinary history.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Aldersgate Street
Barbican, London EC1A 4JA, UK

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End point

Guildhall Yard
London EC2V 5AE, UK

We finish the tour at the extraordinary Guildhall, which is located five minutes from St Paul's Cathedral.

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WIlliam Wallace Memorial

See the place where Braveheart met his grisly end.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of St. Bartholomew the Great

Walk through through the churchyard of this impressive medieval site where Four Weddings and a Funeral was filmed.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Postman's Park

Spend time at one of the most touching memorials in London.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Guildhall

Visit the gorgeous hidden gem in the City of London and locate the site of the long lost Roman Ampitheatre.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Smithfield Market

Pass through the market used in London for over 800 years
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Secret Old London Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-9086P5

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What's Included

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  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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