London: Money & Power Free Tour - Babylon to Bitcoin
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Discover the fascinating interplay of money, magic, and power in the City of London, a place where history, mythology, and financial innovation converge. Don't miss out!
REVEALING THE HIDDEN AND FORGOTTEN STORIES OF MONEY AND POWER Follow the story of money through the City of London: from ancient trade, debt and temples to the banking institutions and financial systems that shape the modern world. Explore how the Square Mile became a centre of commercial power, and how ideas of trust, credit, accounting and empire helped create the world we now live in.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS - The City’s guilds, merchants and the growth of London’s commercial power - Tally sticks: The oldest and most successful form of Money in England, - The establishement that served the first cup of tea - The back-alley coffee shops where the modern institutions of finance were born - The Bank of England, financial crises and the rise of high finance
EXPLORE FURTHER - Enquire about the longer 2.5-hour version of this tour where we go further back to the roots of Money stretching back Babylon,, Celtic & Roman England. - Self-guided, private and tailored versions may also be available.
For these options, please use the FreeTour enquiry form below: - Select “London”, then “London: Money & Power Free Tour - Babylon to Bitcoin” - https://www.freetour.com/groups
Meeting point
Pret A Manger, 99 Cannon Street, London, UK
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 08:00, 16:00, 17:00 (London time)
- Coming up
- 52 departures in 3 months, 2 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Pret A Manger, 99 Cannon Street, London, UK. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
52 departures are listed in the next three months, 2 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 08:00, 16:00 and 17:00. Times are local to London.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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