The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Greater London, England

London has perhaps the oldest and most famous sporting venues in the world and this tour gives you the chance to visit two of them in a day.   Take your pick of any two our Wembley Stadium (Football) Lords (Cricket) and Wimbledon (Tennis). Meeting you at your hotel, we will go by Tube to your choice of iconic sports stadia where you will get to see all the famous public sights as well as the hidden behind the scenes areas at these landmark venues.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup, Private tour

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

Experience London's unspoilt countryside and riverside with this easy paced historic and scenic walking tour away from the congestion and queues of central London. Led by friendly local guides with in-depth knowledge and passion for the area, you will uncover Richmond's rich history, scenic beauty and discover many hidden gems.

Inclusions: Friendly and knowledgeable local guide

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

A quirky and easy-paced historic and scenic walking tour to uncover the hidden gems of Twickenham, better known for its rugby stadium. You will pass Twickenham film studios, the rural retreat of landscape artist J.M.W.Turner, the handsome Palladian mansion of a royal mistress, and see the picturesque view across the Thames to historic Ham House and Richmond Hill. Then meander along the tree-lined riverbank to Orleans House, once the home of French royal exiles and now an art gallery and weddings venue. In York House gardens, prepare yourself to meet Twickenham's 'Naked Ladies' before taking in the classic waterfront and quirky Eel Pie Island, the home of rhythm & blues.

Inclusions: Friendly local guide

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

Love podcasts? You'll love our immersive walking tour of Kew Gardens! The digital audio guide can be downloaded anytime directly on your smartphone! We've teamed up with expert historians and botanists to give you a unique and engaging experience of Kew Gardens! Our tour will take you to some of Kew Gardens' most iconic landmarks as well as taking you off the beaten track and away from the crowds to discover some of Kew Gardens' lesser known gems! Kew Gardens - the world’s largest collection of living plants, right in the middle of London! On this self-guided podcast tour of Kew Gardens, you'll listen to expert botanist Tony and local journalist Claudia as you wander through glass pavilions admiring all the odd-looking plants! Learn about the remarkable Marianne North, discover the architecture of Kew's two most famous follies as you walk along scenic passages. The self-guided podcast tour will also lead you around the Temperate House, the largest Victorian glasshouse in the world.

Inclusions: Digital mobile audio guide

Exclusions: Earphones, Entrance fee

Love podcasts? You'll love our immersive walking tour of London! The digital audio guide can be downloaded anytime directly on your smartphone! We've teamed up with expert historians, storytellers and influencers to give you a unique and engaging experience of London! Explore London thoroughly thanks to these 10 self-guided audio tours and discover all there is to know about the city! We will discover some of London's most iconic landmarks as well as taking you off the beaten track and away from the crowds to discover some of the lesser known gems! You'll learn all about the role and relevance of the monarchy with our Royal London tour and the parliamentary system in our Westminster tour. Fancy something a bit more off-the beaten track? We'll take you around some of the coolest instagram spots in Soho, to the cultural scene of Southbank, the colourful neighbourhoods of Covent Garden, the dynamic Shoreditch, the vibrant Brixton, and to the UNESCO Heritage Site of Kew Gardens!

Inclusions: Digital mobile audio guide

Exclusions: Earphones

This tour is perfect for both local Londoners who want a few hours out of the house and away from the crowds but also for foreign visitors who want just a taste of the beautiful English countryside & see some picturesque village scenes ...in London but a 'village' where the locals live. Stanmore is right at the edge of the London Underground and this area has been important for thousands of years. We will visit prehistoric sites and Roman battlefields, see the oldest Oak tree in London and visit a WW2 Pillbox next to the old RAF HQ during the Battle of Britain. Visit the home of a famous Prime Minister and explore what even Victorians said were the largest and most beautiful ruins in London. It's hard to imagine as we explore the beautiful streets and woods, fields and lakes that we are still in London albeit where Highwaymen lived and Victorians and Edwardians who changed the world. Near the end from 500 feet up, you'll enjoy a 40 mile view & see London as never before.

Inclusions: Entrance Bernays Gardens, Entrance St. John's Church, Entrance Bentley Priory Open Space, Entrance to Stanmore Common and Open Space

Exclusions: Transport

Hop aboard our fab psychedelic minibus and discover 7 locations that every Stones fan should visit, including where they secured their first residency and met The Beatles in April 1963, on this award-winning​ magical mystery tour of London’s cradle of British Blues and Rock. Cruise the King’s Road and pass by Brian, Mick and Keith’s first London flat on your way down to Richmond upon Thames, the birthplace of The Rolling Stones and spiritual home for many other super-groups who went on to rock the world. • Live commentary by a knowledgable tour guide • Rolling Stones music played on the tour • Option to remain in Richmond for some sightseeing and shopping. Fast and frequent train and tube services to all parts of London

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Transportation to/from meeting point

Discover ‘Downton Abbey’ filming sites on a tour by an iconic form of London transport: a black cab. As a private guide drives, learn about the lives of the fictional Crawley family from the hit TV series, and hear about Britain’s present-day aristocracy, too. The must-do tour is available with a choice of three itineraries, each inspired by the program. Visit the Downton village of Bampton; check out Downton Place, aka Greys Court; or tour Highclere Castle, the home of 'Downton Abbey.' The Iconic black cabs seat a maximum of five people. New to the tour we now have the Electric Taxis that can take 6 people

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by black taxi, Private guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Afternoon tea, Food and drinks, Gratuities, All Entry Fees, CASTLE ENTRY FEES

Take a private black taxi tour of London's top attractions and hidden treasures with a professional guide. This family-friendly tour takes you to all the well-known sites in London, including the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abby. Then, explore the unusual sites of Great Britain's capital, like Henry VIII’s cow shed and Winston Churchill’s cigar chair.

Inclusions: Transport in private taxi (up to 5 people), Professional guide, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Delve into the British capital’s dark, criminal underbelly on this 3-hour Jack the Ripper black taxi tour in London. Explore the streets and alleys of East London by black taxi with a guide and hear spine-tingling tales of murder and massacre. Discover sites where Jack the Ripper is believed to have killed victims such as Mary Ann Nichols and Elizabeth Stride in the latter years of the 19th century, and hear the horrible tales of Sweeney Todd. Tour includes round-trip travel from your London hotel.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guide, Driving tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks