What to do and see in London, England: The Best Walking Tours

Here at IHeartLondonTours we believe that so many come to this great city without truly experiencing it and since made it our mission to not only educate you on the history of London, but do it in a fun and enjoyable way. Our different Walking tours get you seeing wonderful sights, see new things and take paths never taken before, at the most affordable prices. These tours take you to London’s most important views, Including the great London eye, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and many, many more. Join our walking tours today and see what makes London the greatest city in the world. Chose I Heart London Tours today for an unforgettable experience and memories to last a life time. Children and families are all welcome!

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Explore the history of the Tower of London before you go into the Tower! Some of the city's most fascinating and bloody histories occurred outside and around the Tower. Learn about the origins of Londons first bridge across the Thames and how you are not quite walking in its footsteps. Find out where the guns of HMS Belfast are actually pointed and as you walk across Londons iconic Tower Bridge you will find out the death-defying history of transport minding the gap. The tour is created and voiced by J P Holdstock an English author of murder mystery historical fiction books. His passion for the medieval history of London and its people is evident in his tour. Get ready to journey back in time as he tells the sometimes gruesome stories from the 12th and 13th centuries.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap app for Andoird and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food and drink, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Love podcasts? You'll love our immersive walking tour of Shoreditch! Join our local historian Ed and local guide Claudia as they take you for a walk through the diverse and dynamic neighbourhood of Shoreditch. On this street art walking tour, we will explore the culture, cuisine and community that defines the neighbourhood of Shoreditch and leads you through the contemporary art and gems that have made this place a mecca for street art admirers! We create immersive audio experiences that are like podcasts. Download the app and your Shoreditch tour to explore London independently and safely!

Inclusions: Digital mobile audio guide

Exclusions: Earphones

The Dare Skywalk offers an unparalleled London adventure that fuels excitement and tests the nerves, bringing a unique sense of achievement once complete. Your climb guide will take you through all of the safety information and ensure you are kitted up for the experience. You will then start your climb, embarking on a journey 46.8 metres above the football pitch, where you will step out onto a glass walkway, to reach the stadium's iconic golden cockerel.

Inclusions: Climbing suits, shoes and harnesses are provided. All equipment is fully sanitised after each use and allocated on a rotational basis., All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and beverages are available from the Media Cafe situated within the Stadium.

Do you like West End musicals? Can you sing your heart out to all the great show tunes? The tour will last approximately 2hrs - 2hrs 30 mins and will take in all the best theatres of the West End! Musical fans, wannabe theatre stars and all lovers of the greatest city on the planet are welcome along to set the West End on fire on what promises to be a thrilling and musical walk around London's fantastic theatreland! Places are strictly limited. @silenttours #silenttours

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, All activities

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Search the streets of London's Whitechapel to uncover the true story of history's most famous serial killer. See the sights and learn the shocking fate of the Ripper's unfortunate victims, all the while let our experienced guide help you separate fact from fiction and guide you through one of London's most sinister stories.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

While Borough Market is firmly on the tourist trail, I will show you the hidden history that not even the locals know. Starting from the famous market we will wander and discover the heroes and villains that makes Borough such an amazing place. Behind the waterfront, with Tate Modern and the Globe, there is a maze of streets, with 2,000 years of history to uncover. We will hear about Shakespeare and his rivals, who inspired Dickens and Bankside's dark side! An excellent way to find out more about this amazing part of London, with a fully qualified London tour guide. Friendly, fun and informative tours from an expert in the area's history. Guarantee only small groups, meeting Covid-19 safety measures and away from the crowds in the quiet backstreets. This is a family friendly tour. An excellent safe way to reintroduce you and your friends back to amazing London!

Inclusions: Disposable masks - Covid safety, Details of Borough attractions

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Discover ancient ale houses and literary drinking dens on a 3-hour afternoon pub tour of London. Centered on the area in and around the City of London, the tour visits at least four of London’s finest historical pubs, your guide will recommend different ales in each (not included). Hear the history of the pubs, learn the differences between Elizabethan coaching inns and Victorian gin palaces, and visit the watering holes frequented by legendary British novelist Charles Dickens. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group pub tour, ensuring you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

For 2.5 hours, your tour guide will whisk you away on a magical adventure to explore the Harry Potter movie locations in London. Uncover places that inspired J. K. Rowling and hear about the weird and wonderful behind-the-scenes stories. You will be led in small groups of a maximum 20 people as you cover some London landmarks passed on the tour as a little bonus. Some of the tour highlights are film locations of the entrances to the 'Leaky Cauldron' and the 'Ministry of Magic', the streets that inspired both 'Diagon Alley' and 'Knockturn Alley' and lots more. 

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Tube fare from London Bridge station to Westminster Station, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

In 1888, tragedy struck: Five lives were taken, countless more were changed forever. While the killer has become a household name, his victims have been largely lost to history. Join us as we follow in the footsteps of Polly, Annie, Elizabeth, Catherine and Mary Jane on our “The 5 Women + Jack the Ripper” tour of London. Together with your expert guide, who’ll help you navigate the East End, you’ll unearth crucial clues, examine the crime scenes and explore the women’s stories. You’ll learn about the terrors that rippled through 1800’s Whitechapel as history’s most infamous serial killer proceeded on his murderous rampage. Most of all, you’ll learn about the human beings behind the headlines. Just how much of what you think you know is wrong? Our “The 5 Women + Jack the Ripper” walking tour is an educational and alternative way to explore the wonderful city of London. Why not get a group of friends together for a socially distanced walk with an eerie twist? Book your tickets today.

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Interactive Experience

Exclusions: Gratuities