The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in England, United Kingdom

September 11, 2021 Chanda Heide

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1. The Canterbury Classic Tour

The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge, 18 High St, Canterbury CT1 2RA, UK CT Tours | Canterbury
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5.0 based on 28 reviews

Come with us and delve into the rich history of Canterbury and explore this amazing city with CT Tours. With your dedicated and accredited tour guide, you will experience over 2000 years of Canterbury's history. With something for everybody, from accounts of ancient settlers to medieval murder and martyrdom, before stories of the many famous historical figures, artists and notable locals round up Canterbury's story right up to the present day!

Inclusions: Reproduction historical images and objects.

Exclusions: Entry to any attractions including Canterbury Cathedral and its precincts

2. A Shared Cambridge Walking Tour

Rose Crescent, Rose Cres, Cambridge CB2, UK Cambridge Tour Guides
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

We have been guiding in Cambridge since 2011. Thanks to our wonderful clients we have for many years been the top-rated Cambridge walking tour on Trip Advisor. We want you to learn all about this amazing city, but we also want you to have fun! We aim to make our tours entertaining and interesting for everyone. We are accredited Cambridge Green Badge Guides, with public liability insurance. Please note that this is a shared tour. In accordance with Government guidelines on public gatherings, the maximum group size is 5.

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Reviewed By 476giuliab

I was lucky enough to have Pamela Rule-McCarthy as my tour guide and she pulled a blinder! Thanks to her detailed knowledge of the city, I had the chance to discover many interesting facts about Cambridge as an academic hub and I was chuffed to bits!

3. Guided Walking Tour in Mousehole

9 The Parade, Mousehole, Penzance TR19 6PP, UK Mousehole Heritage Walks
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Walking around the streets of Mousehole, you certainly get a real feel for the village and can see some amazing things, but the chances are you aren’t really catching everything. This is the beauty of joining a walking tour - you get to explore somewhere new, admire the scenery and learn some fascinating facts along the way - all this from a Mousehole girl who is always excited about this truly special village - private guided walks are available and bookable at a mutually agreeable time.

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Reviewed By 200vivb

We recently had the pleasure of a tour around Mousehole with Elaine. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would certainly recommend it. Elaine has so much knowledge and personal experience of growing up here. She has some amazing old photos showing how things were back in the day. We saw parts of Mousehole that we had never seen before. We will certainly be in touch with Elaine next time we are in Cornwall to do another of her walks.

4. Guided Bike Tour in York

Gillygate, York YO31 7EQ, UK York Cycling Tours
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5.0 based on 412 reviews

Guided bike tour of York, inside and outside the city walls.  Starting at a central location in the city.  A 2 to 2.5 hour tour with multiple stops to hear the stories of the saints and sinners, the good and the evil, from Romans and Vikings to the sweetness of chocolate makers.  Although factual, your guide will tell the grisly tales in a lighthearted way.  The route is planned for safety and the best stopping view points and is mainly on quiet roads or designated cycle paths.

Inclusions: Guide, Use of bicycle, Cycle helmets

Exclusions: None of these are applicable

Reviewed By giles928

Relaxed cycle which covered lots of interesting locations. Very informative. Excellent guide. Would recommend as a perfect introduction to the city.

5. COVID-19 Shared Punt Tour

Traditional Punting Company, Landing Stage, Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AQ, UK Traditional Punting Company
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Punting in Cambridge during COVID-19 is now available by purchasing a private seating area for up to 3 or 6 people on a Shared Tour. Along a two mile stretch of the River Cam, customers will experience the most beautifully scenic route along the backs of seven Cambridge Colleges including the likes of St Johns, Kings and Queens to name but a few. At the Traditional Punting Company both the customers experience and saftey are their top priority, so measures have been implemented to ensure punting is COVID-19 safe. Boats will be sanitised before every tour, fitted perspex screens will maintian social distancing when the minimum distance of 1 metre is not kept and the virtual queue system will prevent crowds at the departure location. It is the best way to see Cambridge at a reduced price and without the queues.

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Reviewed By JakeCross96

Fantastic tour today, and a brilliant way to see Cambridge and The Backs. Ben was really friendly and knowledgeable and the whole process was really well organised.

6. The Ultimate Beatles Tour Experience in Liverpool

Travel And Tourism
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5.0 based on 122 reviews

PLEASE CONTACT THE BEATS TOURS LTD BEFORE YOU BOOK-THIS IS BECAUSE OF COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS. Welcome to The Beats Tour, discovering the world of the Beatles and the city of Liverpool. Ride in a replica of John Lennon’s Rolls Royce Phantom. Step out and explore designated points along the route and take a closer look.

Inclusions: We now offer all our customers who book our 9am & 12 noon tour (Except Mondays a chance to have a reservation for a drink & or a sandwich at the new Strawberry Field Cafe.

Exclusions: WE ONLY ALLOW FAMILY OR FRIEND GROUPS ON EACH SLOT DUE TO COVID-19!

Reviewed By mummyuk2017

This is a great idea, and a great experience for any Beatles fan, Visitor to city , Wedding or special occasion.

7. Best of York on Foot - Socially Distanced Small Group Walking Tour

Exhibition Square, York YO1, UK Yorktour
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5.0 based on 150 reviews

The story of York is the story of England in wood, stone and chocolate. Let our expert guides lead you on a ninety-minute journey through 2000 years, from the arrival of the Romans to the birth of the KitKat. This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the Minster and Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze, or Snickelways. This is the secret side of York you would never be able to experience from an open-topped bus! PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SAFETY OF OUR VISITORS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE: WE PLEDGE TO FOLLOW ALL CURRENT GUIDELINES ON SOCIAL DISTANCING AND TO ENSURE THIS THE TOURS ARE LIMITED TO A CAPACITY OF SIX PEOPLE PER GUIDE.

Inclusions: Complementary map of York , Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads, Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point

Exclusions: Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.

Reviewed By samuelmA5015EW

We very much enjoyed this walk in York's City centre that offered a great glimpse of the city's history and character. We particularly liked the guide's (Alfred) perspective and story telling which combines various perspectives, notably architectural and historical. Very professional and captivating. We recommend to purchase his book that is the perfect complement to the visit.

8. The Bloody Tour of York - Tourism Award Winner 2020

9 College St, York YO1 7JF, UK The Bloody Tour of York
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5.0 based on 337 reviews

The Bloody Tour of York is the multi award winning* tour of the City. Join Mad Alice as you wander down the medieval streets hearing the gruesome history the city has to offer. Ghosts, Witches, murderers, Kings and Queens have all left their bloody footprints. An entertaining, educational and a fascinating look at Britain's best loved city, Mad Alice promises a night to "Remember, remember..." Suitable for all ages. * Visit York Tourism Awards - Experience of the Year 2019 *Visit York Tourism Awards - Guided Tour of the Year 2019 *Visit England Tourism Awards - Tourism Superstar, Bronze Award 2018 *Visit York Tourism Awards - Visitor Experience of the Year 2018, Highly Commended *Winner York Culture Award - Performing Artist 2016

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Reviewed By Yorkamy

We live in York and have seen Mad Alice leading tours for a while so decided we'd join one to see what they are like. We were not disappointed. We learned new things about York and the hour and a half was really good fun. Would recommend for locals and tourists alike as a way of getting to know the city's history better.

9. Distanced Shared Punt Tour

Lets Go Punting, Landing Stage, Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AG, UK Lets Go Punting
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5.0 based on 230 reviews

Customers can purchase a tickets for up to 3 or 6 people on a shared tour. Enjoy the College Backs of Cambridge on a guided punt tour. Up to 3 people will have an entire row, up to 6 people will ahve an entire section. These tickets comply with the gevernment guidelines on social distancing.

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Reviewed By Graham Vaughan C

For my birthday my two sons and one of their girlfriends took a 'punt' on the River Cam. Our punt chauffeur was a young chap by the name of Torren(?) The punt was spotless and the journey was both smooth and well narrated by Torren who was a credit to the Let's Go Punting company. I can thoroughly recommend both the company and Torren the punt chauffeur.

10. Regents Canal Waterbus boat tour Camden Town to Little Venice

Camden Lock, London NW1 8AF, UK London Waterbus Company
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5.0 based on 64 reviews

From modern day urban graffiti, unique architecture, industrial history to landscaped gardens and wildlife, the route gives an insight to the unique mix that forms this part of London. Travel on a converted traditional narrowboat

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Reviewed By lucypJ601MJ

Thank you for a fab 45 minute tour. Was a lovely leisurely cruise having had to run to make the boat ???? Loved our tour guide Nikki who gave some fun and educational facts.. our favourite was the mention of the term toerags! Would 100% recommend if you are travelling in either direction.

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