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Royal London Bike Ride, with cosy ale pub and street art
Experience the freedom of exploring London by bike, just like a local, and get an exciting introduction to the best of London's landmarks and culture. We'll provide you with a gorgeous, hand-built British bicycle and a tweed flat cap (caps optional, helmets also available) and we'll set off on an adventure around London’s iconic sights and lesser-known hidden gems. Following back streets and dedicated bike lanes, you'll ride from Big Ben past Westminster Abbey and up to Buckingham Palace, the home of the Queen, where we'll see the Royal Guards in their dapper uniforms. (Changing of the Guard days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays) You'll coast along (London is very flat!) at an easy-going pace, stopping regularly to hear fun facts and some quirky historical tales. There's time to take photos too! We'll then take a break to enjoy a pint of beer at a cosy historic pub where you can get to know your fellow travellers. Lastly, you'll have a chance to try street art in Banksy's graffiti tunnel (and we provide spray paint!). We've designed this route to give you the best introduction to London. It's a great balance between 'not to miss' sights and local gems. - The route is mainly flat and easy - London can be a busy & unpredictable - The total distance is 7 miles / 11km - We ride rain or shine - Great for groups - Solo travellers welcome - Best way to start a trip
London's Amazing Palaces & Parliament
We will see 20+ of London's most iconic sights in a 3 hour walking tour **Small group tour. We avoid crowded places as much as possible** This part of London is a must see for all visitors to London. We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (Daily during the summer) We will walk down The Mall, the red colored road that is adorned by two Royal Parks & two Royal Palaces Then we will head Parliament Square to see Big Ben (sadly covered up) & Westminster Abbey. Sights we will see along the way include Trafalgar Square, Nelson's Column, Horse Guards, Downing Street, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey & the Houses of Parliament. I will guide you on an exploration of one of London's most loved areas : Westminster It is the oldest part of London with buildings that are 1000 years old. Early Kings and Queens lived, got married and were buried in this part of London There are Palaces and Parks galore here. This area houses the UKs famous democratic institution, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) We will walk around this area and tell you the history, the fun facts and figures and also how the UK evolved from Roman to Medieval times to the modern day London Other things to note The afternoon tour : no changing of the guard.
Retired Royal Guard Central London Walk
I invite you to join me to see Royal palaces and other iconic royal sites, hear personal stories of my experiences with members of the Royal Family and even get to see a piece of Prince William's and Kate's wedding cake! We will start at Trafalgar Square and hear about its history and then move on to see the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the King's Life Guard. We then walk along The Mall to St James' Palace and Clarence House where I will tell you tales of Princes William and Harry the night before William's wedding. Next is a short walk to Buckingham Palace where you will have more opportunities to take photos and hear stories of the Royal household. We then walk into picturesque St James' Park where there is a chance to pause (kiosk available for drinks) and look at gifts presented to me by members of the Royal family. On the way to Parliament Square I will tell you all about the Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament and Big Ben). The final part of the walk takes us along Whitehall, past Downing Street (home of the Prime Minister) and then to the spot where King Charles 1st was executed. We will finish back at Trafalgar Square Other things to note If on the 2pm walk we will see a shortened Guard change at 4pm. We will have an opportunity on the way for a short stop for you to buy drinks and visit a toilet.
See 30+ Top London Sights. Fun Guide!
See 30+ London Sights in one tour! Fun local guide. The top-rated Experience in London on Airbnb !!! We will guide you on an exploration of London’s major landmarks. This will give you a good idea of the history, culture & legends of Europe’s best-loved city. We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (daily during the summer months). After witnessing this traditional ritual, we'll head to Westminster. Sights we'll see along the way include Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, Horse Guard Parade, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Our last stop in Westminster before heading underground on the tube is the start of Westminster Bridge where we will be able to see the Eye and other sights. Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Clink Prison, London Bridge, The old warehouse district, Borough Market, The Shard, views of the Square Mile, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Plus a few Harry Potter filming locations... You'll only see the horse guard change on the pm tour Other things to note. ** There are multiple co-hosts running the tours and we are all amazing. You may not get Geoff.
Hidden Pubs of London
Join us for a 3hr historical stumble down the "street of shame". Starting in the shadow of the iconic St.Paul's cathedral, we explore the tiny backstreets and rambling courtyards the ancient City of London is famous for. We follow in the drunken footsteps of literary greats including Dickens, Shakespeare, Pepys & Johnson whilst pausing for a drink in at least 4 of the most historic pubs dating as far back as the 1500's. From discovering art nouveau gems to glamorous Victorian gin palaces we enjoy a variety of pub styles and breweries along the way. It's not a prescriptive tour, so you choose & pay for your drinks along the way. We're here to offer recommendations, and you can often "sip before you sup" with a few tasters on request from the bars along the way. This allows you to indulge as much or as little as you desire! Non-drinkers can soak up the history, and wine & gin-lovers are also well catered for. We usually finish up on the edge of Covent Garden perfect for theatre-land, restaurants and of course more pubs including one that claims to be the most haunted in London! Other things to note Guests are recommended to be over 18 years of age to enjoy the walk at its best. Anyone lucky enough to look under 25 years of age should bring photo ID. N.B. We have a small number of hosts running these walks so you might be meeting up with Chris, Mark, Wil or others

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Royal London Bike Ride, with cosy ale pub and street art
Experience the freedom of exploring London by bike, just like a local, and get an exciting introduction to the best of London's landmarks and culture. We'll provide you with a gorgeous, hand-built British bicycle and a tweed flat cap (caps optional, helmets also available) and we'll set off on an adventure around London’s iconic sights and lesser-known hidden gems. Following back streets and dedicated bike lanes, you'll ride from Big Ben past Westminster Abbey and up to Buckingham Palace, the home of the Queen, where we'll see the Royal Guards in their dapper uniforms. (Changing of the Guard days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays) You'll coast along (London is very flat!) at an easy-going pace, stopping regularly to hear fun facts and some quirky historical tales. There's time to take photos too! We'll then take a break to enjoy a pint of beer at a cosy historic pub where you can get to know your fellow travellers. Lastly, you'll have a chance to try street art in Banksy's graffiti tunnel (and we provide spray paint!). We've designed this route to give you the best introduction to London. It's a great balance between 'not to miss' sights and local gems. - The route is mainly flat and easy - London can be a busy & unpredictable - The total distance is 7 miles / 11km - We ride rain or shine - Great for groups - Solo travellers welcome - Best way to start a trip
London's Amazing Palaces & Parliament
We will see 20+ of London's most iconic sights in a 3 hour walking tour **Small group tour. We avoid crowded places as much as possible** This part of London is a must see for all visitors to London. We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (Daily during the summer) We will walk down The Mall, the red colored road that is adorned by two Royal Parks & two Royal Palaces Then we will head Parliament Square to see Big Ben (sadly covered up) & Westminster Abbey. Sights we will see along the way include Trafalgar Square, Nelson's Column, Horse Guards, Downing Street, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey & the Houses of Parliament. I will guide you on an exploration of one of London's most loved areas : Westminster It is the oldest part of London with buildings that are 1000 years old. Early Kings and Queens lived, got married and were buried in this part of London There are Palaces and Parks galore here. This area houses the UKs famous democratic institution, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) We will walk around this area and tell you the history, the fun facts and figures and also how the UK evolved from Roman to Medieval times to the modern day London Other things to note The afternoon tour : no changing of the guard.
Ultimate London Sightseeing Walking Tour
See 30+ of the best London sightseeing spots on the ultimate London walking tour! On this exciting London walking tour you'll start in the City of London and explore 2000 years of history with famous London sights including: Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Bank of England, Monument, River Thames, Royal Exchange, London Bridge, The Shard, HMS Belfast & more. After a quick lunch stop (own expense) you’ll then take a journey on the famous London Underground to visit Westminster and see even more of the best London sightseeing spots including: Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, London Eye, Downing Street, Horseguards Parade, The Cenotaph, St James’s Palace, Clarence House, The Mall & more. Led by a local London tour guide, the tour uses photos to bring the stories of London to life in a relaxed atmosphere (no boring lectures!) allowing everyone to participate in the tour with questions, trivia, great photo opportunities and a lot of fun! --------- IMPORTANT: Please note this tour uses the London Underground. A valid Oyster Card, Contactless Credit/Debit Card, Apple Pay or Travelcard is required for each customer.
Retired Royal Guard Central London Walk
I invite you to join me to see Royal palaces and other iconic royal sites, hear personal stories of my experiences with members of the Royal Family and even get to see a piece of Prince William's and Kate's wedding cake! We will start at Trafalgar Square and hear about its history and then move on to see the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the King's Life Guard. We then walk along The Mall to St James' Palace and Clarence House where I will tell you tales of Princes William and Harry the night before William's wedding. Next is a short walk to Buckingham Palace where you will have more opportunities to take photos and hear stories of the Royal household. We then walk into picturesque St James' Park where there is a chance to pause (kiosk available for drinks) and look at gifts presented to me by members of the Royal family. On the way to Parliament Square I will tell you all about the Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament and Big Ben). The final part of the walk takes us along Whitehall, past Downing Street (home of the Prime Minister) and then to the spot where King Charles 1st was executed. We will finish back at Trafalgar Square Other things to note If on the 2pm walk we will see a shortened Guard change at 4pm. We will have an opportunity on the way for a short stop for you to buy drinks and visit a toilet.
The West Ham Story
We will meet at West Ham underground station in the concourse. Then we will take the train to Upton Park where i will talk about the history of West Ham, how the club formed and it’s story to modern day. We will walk down Green street (the infamous road the film is named after) past the iconic “Kens Cafe” & old site of the former Boleyn ground and notorious Boleyn pub where I will tell stories of my own experiences and my friends and older generations. We will have a drink here. We will visit the World Cup statue. I’ll give a short history of how West Ham “won the World Cup” and Bobby Moore’s legacy. Then we take a short walk around visiting the large mural of 2 club legends. You will learn a little about the icons of the club. A traditional Fish & Chips dinner provided here. (Or reasonable alternative) We will then take a short underground ride to Stratford to see the new stadium. We will walk to and around the London stadium providing great opportunity for photos. Ted Lasso fans will love this spot. To end the tour we will take a visit to the club store where guests can receive a small discount on official Umbro merchandise & have the chance to purchase any memorabilia. Please note we will be outside for the majority of the experience and will be doing quite a lot of walking. A must for West Ham fans or fans of Football wanting to learn about our great club.
See 30+ Top London Sights. Fun Guide!
See 30+ London Sights in one tour! Fun local guide. The top-rated Experience in London on Airbnb !!! We will guide you on an exploration of London’s major landmarks. This will give you a good idea of the history, culture & legends of Europe’s best-loved city. We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (daily during the summer months). After witnessing this traditional ritual, we'll head to Westminster. Sights we'll see along the way include Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, Horse Guard Parade, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Our last stop in Westminster before heading underground on the tube is the start of Westminster Bridge where we will be able to see the Eye and other sights. Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Clink Prison, London Bridge, The old warehouse district, Borough Market, The Shard, views of the Square Mile, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Plus a few Harry Potter filming locations... You'll only see the horse guard change on the pm tour Other things to note. ** There are multiple co-hosts running the tours and we are all amazing. You may not get Geoff.
NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in LDN ! ✌
All food is included / Bike ride - Also discover our new walking food tour in East London : https://www.airbnb.fr/experiences/4368156 This is our first tour ! No Diet Club Adventure began in 2017 in London's street food markets. We fell in love with the cultural diversity of this city and we really wanted to share this with you through food ! Halloumi fries, Argentinian meat, indian dosa, english burrito, best grilled cheese in town, hot cholcolate, tea and more :) ⚠ Hygienic measures : group of 10 people maximum. Hydroalcoholic gel before and after each tasting ! Food is life but safety first ❤️ ⚠ In case of heavy rain the tour can be done on foot and by bus. :) Welcome to the good life ! (VEGETARIANS ARE WELCOME AS WELL) ⇨ IG : @no_diet_club ▶ What we offer ✔ - Many tastings to share - Fun - A nice bike ride in London - Bad jokes - Smiles - A list of recommendations on London - New friends from all over the world ▶ What we don't offer ✖ - Some salad - A historic tour - Long boring speeches Bike rent : £4 for the whole day, no deposit ! We'll rent them with you so you don't have to worry about that. Please wear appropriate clothing for cycling, so no fancy princess dresses please - we once had to cut one down to free the said princess from the bike's gears ! Ideally, also bring a backpack with you, as well as a huge appetite !
Hidden Pubs of London
Join us for a 3hr historical stumble down the "street of shame". Starting in the shadow of the iconic St.Paul's cathedral, we explore the tiny backstreets and rambling courtyards the ancient City of London is famous for. We follow in the drunken footsteps of literary greats including Dickens, Shakespeare, Pepys & Johnson whilst pausing for a drink in at least 4 of the most historic pubs dating as far back as the 1500's. From discovering art nouveau gems to glamorous Victorian gin palaces we enjoy a variety of pub styles and breweries along the way. It's not a prescriptive tour, so you choose & pay for your drinks along the way. We're here to offer recommendations, and you can often "sip before you sup" with a few tasters on request from the bars along the way. This allows you to indulge as much or as little as you desire! Non-drinkers can soak up the history, and wine & gin-lovers are also well catered for. We usually finish up on the edge of Covent Garden perfect for theatre-land, restaurants and of course more pubs including one that claims to be the most haunted in London! Other things to note Guests are recommended to be over 18 years of age to enjoy the walk at its best. Anyone lucky enough to look under 25 years of age should bring photo ID. N.B. We have a small number of hosts running these walks so you might be meeting up with Chris, Mark, Wil or others
Argentine Tango lessons in London
You will learn the basics of Argentine Tango, how to move your body and your steps in accordance with the music and try to interpret it in the deepest and more enjoyable way. You can come and dance with your own partner or alone. Come and enjoy! Other things to note Please be aware that the cost of the Studio where you will dance (often around £20-£40 per couple, but depending on time and availability) will be covered by the students who take the lesson. During Summertime a contribution of £7-10 per person will be asked to students for the venue management. After the lockdown, we unfortunately distanced also socially but it's time now to join and bond again! Great for groups, and for great for team-building!
London in one day! See the main sights
You will have a guided tour of the 30+ most famous sights in London and also get to see the striking display of the Changing of the King’s Life Guard. Along the way your expert guide will make history come alive with entertaining, informative, and thoroughly gripping tales about life in London. We start in historic Covent Garden, before heading to Trafalgar Square. We go past Admiralty Arch on our way to Whitehall to watch the dazzling display of the Changing of the King’s Lifeguards. We walk down the world famous Mall to St James’s Palace, Buckingham Palace and then on to Parliament Square through beautiful St James’s Park. We see the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Victoria Tower, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye. There will be plenty of time to take some photographs of all the sights and even …to see a few Harry Potter filming locations! From Westminster we hop on the underground (tube) to London Bridge where we see Borough Market, Shakespeare’s Globe, The Shard, Tower Bridge, Southwark Cathedral, Tate Modern, the Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral. Join us on this walk and be captivated by the tradition, history, and colour of the city's famous 30+ sights. Other things to note Bring a travelcard/Oyster or contactless or Google/Apple pay for the 3 stops on the underground. Bring a camera for amazing photos Your guide will either be Phil, Alex or Caroline.
Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour
Experience hidden pubs, great beer and truly unique photo locations, as we discover Soho's hilarious, musical and mischievous past and present. Check out where the Beatles recorded Hey Jude, where the Rolling Stones kicked off their career, the location of Jimi Hendrix's last ever gig and even a pub where The Who got banned for life! With the help of four conic Historic Pubs, we'll explore Soho's hidden locations, where some of the most famous musicians, artists, performers, playwrights, actors and deep thinkers all lived, worked and played. Perhaps you'll even fancy a sing along at a pub where Dumbledore got into a punch up?! We'll also visit the house where Mozart lived - yes, the Mozart - as well as finding out what General Charles De Gaulle, Karl Marx, Casanova, Marilyn Monroe and many more legends did with their time while in Soho. Experience London like a true local, in the company of true locals, and discover the venues and history hidden to most people. --------------------- *Message us for private tours and business groups - we are flexible. *Check out our hilarious online experience: "Beer Drinking with the Brits". https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1699327 Perfect for family gatherings, birthday parties and corporate groups.
Sightseeing tour of London - in clear, slow English
Join me, a passionate local Londoner, on a tour around some of London's most famous sites. Using my many years of experience as an English language teacher, I will speak slowly and clearly on the tour, in a way that non-native English speakers will understand. We will visit Green Park, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, St James' Palace, Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and much more. You will learn about: what British people really think about the Queen; Winston Churchill's good, bad and funny sides; what Londoners like and don't like about their city; where to visit next on your London adventure; and much more!
West End Bar Crawl - Explore & Party
Get ready for an awesome night out in London! We will visit at least 4 great bars/clubs around the West End/ Soho - and go past many of the recognisable hotspots (such as Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, Chinatown) You'll meet up with a group of like-minded party-ers, ready to explore the night. Come with me and get: Free Entry to (at least) 4 venues 4 Free welcome Shots Drinks Deals all night Great Host to guide the way and help you mingle Awesome crowd of people to party with Photos taken throughout the night Sunday-Thursday it can be hard to find the best places to party, which is why we're here! The West End has a huge range of nightlife gems, which are busy every night. I change up the route each night of the week to ensure we end at the best and busiest club for that day. We start off with smaller bars/pubs to get the night started, before heading to more of the dancey-party venues! We'll spend around an hour in each place and will get to the last club between 12-12.30. Then you're free to party the night away! Other things to note: My Crawls are suited mainly to the younger 18-35yrs crowd (though all are welcome!) The bars are not 'traditional' English Pubs, but more bars & clubs. Entry is down to venues' discretion - over-intoxication or inappropriate behaviour is not accepeted.
Walking Tour with Drag Queens
There are 3 different tour routes – please get in touch if you'd like to know which date is which tour! The WEST MINCER tour is a fun, fruity and fabulous visit of some of central London’s most treasured tourist sights, guided by Maneeta and/or another drag artist. You'll hear salacious details of the royal palaces and sordid tales of the government! The GOING DOWN SOUTH tour is a fun day out rolling down the river along the Southbank! We'll pass by the wilds of Southwark, see the Globe theatre and have lots of silly fun seeing the beautiful London skyline. The WILD WILD WEST END tour is our newest tour led by the ferocious Letita Delish. She will take you down memory lane with an LGBTQIA+ history-laden tour through the infamous Soho! Bring an umbrella in case it rains—it's the UK after all—and appropriate footwear for pattering around the city. Let us know if you'd like to book a private tour for your group – our tours are perfect for corporate groups / teams and are great for team building! We'll be happy to customise your tour for your team too!
Graffiti painting in the famous Waterloo tunnel
Graffiti workshop in the most famous graffiti and street art spot in London, the famous Waterloo Tunnel. There will be a meeting and greeting, followed by a briefing about the experience. At the wall I will explain how to use the spray cans and paint rollers to make a graffiti piece. Guests will make an artwork on their own, which is also part of a bigger common projects with the other guests. There's will be a lot of sharing in terms of colours, ideas and fun!
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