Things to do in Greater London, England: The Best Walking Tours

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

Uncover a world of literature and the arts as you follow your host through Bloomsbury, counting the blue plaques which chronicle London's literary past. Discover the spots immortalized in classic tales, following in the footsteps of your favorite characters and be transported back to a time when some of the most influential writers roamed these streets. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: 3-hour experience, Private and personalized, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Additional food and drink, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

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

Our tour guides will guide you on an exploration of London’s major 30+ landmarks. After the walking tour visit Kew Gardens. World-leading botanic gardens and discover the amazing science and conservation work We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. After witnessing this impressive, traditional ritual, where the New Guard exchanges duties with the Old Guard, we'll head to Westminster. Sights we'll see along the way include Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben (covered up at the moment as undergoing a facelift), and the Houses of Parliament. Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, where we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Shard, HMS Belfast, and Tower Bridge

Inclusions: Guided tour of London, See 30+ top sights, Local guide, Watch the Changing of the Guard, Sit in Parliament Square and see the sights, Entry Ticket into Kew Gardens

Exclusions: Snacks & Drinks, Please bring a prepaid topped up Oyster Card / Travel Card / Debot or..., Travel to and from your hotel, Lunch

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

Discover the secrets of London’s East End. Its markets, its locals, and its urban art – both in galleries and on the streets. Enjoy the East End’s unique landscape and awe-inspiring architecture such as the Gherkin, the Cheesegrater, and the Scalpel. But most of all, enjoy the local atmosphere.

Inclusions: Private local guide

Exclusions: No guest pick up and drop off, Food & drinks

Save big on combined admission prices to top London attractions with the Go London Explorer Pass. Choose to visit two, three, four, five, or seven attractions from a list of over 50 of London’s most popular spots including the Tower of London, the view from the Shard, Westminster Abbey, and more. Each attraction visit = 1 credit used, it’s that simple. Redeem your Explorer credits easily by scanning your pass (available as your "ticket" after purchase) straight from your smartphone.

Inclusions: Digital pass valid for admission to 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 attractions, activities or tours, Digital guidebook with attraction information

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Food & Drink unless stated