Free Tour Westminster: Discover London's Past & Present
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Join us on a journey through Westminster and discover London’s iconic landmarks in under 2 hours. Explore history, culture, and current events. All explained in German by a friendly local guide!
London is beautiful, with many well-known and ancient monuments, such as Big Ben. London is colorful, steeped in history, and full of so much new news.
Our friendly, English-speaking tour guides are ready to show you the city and explain its history and news at the same time.
In under 3 hours, you can see and take photos of the places below during our tour:
Westminster Square, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, London Eye, Shard, Westminster Abbey, the Inland Revenue, Churchill's War Room, 10 Downing Street, White Hall, Horse Guards Parade, Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, the Mall, St. James's Park, St. James's Palace, and Buckingham Palace.
We meet in front of the Churchill statue in Westminster Square, unless it is closed. If Westminster Square is closed or if it is busy with demonstrations, I will wait for you in front of the Palace of Westminster, against the Churchill statue.
Our tour ends in the palace.
Meeting point
Sir Winston Churchill statue
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- German
- Usual start times
- 11:30, 14:30 (London time)
- Coming up
- 75 departures in 3 months, 5 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 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Sir Winston Churchill statue. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in German. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
75 departures are listed in the next three months, 5 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:30 and 14:30. 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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