Overview
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2 hours
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Gossipy Tour exploring the key personalities and organisations that created London's financial district. We first find out about the Roman and Medieval past of the City of London. We then go in search of an organisation that was once bigger and more important than the tech giants of today, the East India Company and investigate why Britain has almost forgotten it ever existed. We also discover the history of the stock market and the medieval trade associations that make the City such a distinctive place today. Expect to hear about dynamism alongside criminality as this informal sociable tour debates issues of power and money across centuries that are still super relevant today.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Tower of London
Here about the Roman and Medieval beginnings of the Financial District
Lloyds of London
We see the most important historic location of the East India company having previously seen other sites linked to it.
Options
Money and Power in the City Sightseeing Tour
What‘s Included
Services of qualified and experienced London guide and History teacher
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best walking tour ever!
karindJ8834EI,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best tour walking through London. Terry is telling and talking, sharing his enormous knowledge in a friendly and driven way with interest in us as his audience and is someone you have sympathy for. Can’t be better!
Excellent, Fun Learning Experience
William F,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry has deep knowledge of the City of London and its financial history that make this tour such an excellent learning experience. He shares stories and facts that are very engaging and make the learning experience very fun. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in the long ago history of London and/or the financial origins and financial developments of London.
A fascinating journey through time
madawia2026,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry took us on a stimulating journey through time and space. From the Roman invasion of Britain to the money making machines- empire, kings, queens, god and money explored in this fascinating small corner of London, known as the city. Terry brings a wealth of knowledge, humour and expertise. I strongly recommend this tour and look forward to booking my next exploration of my adopted hometown 🌹🌹🌹
Very informative and...
Jon G,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and great energy! The entire family learned a lot and he met each of us where we were in our knowledge.
Great tour
Kristopher T,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry was an amazing tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and made the tour very fun and informative!
Excellent historical tour of The City.
stephenrS2393ZR,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent two hour walking tour around the City. Having worked in London's financial district for some time I was very impressed that Terry took my son and I to plenty of places I didn't know existed. A really informative tour that began with London's creation on the outskirts of the Roman Empire, through the period of the East India Company and then up to the present day. Terry has an infectious interest in his historical subject. Highly recommended. 10/10.
Terry knows all…
Jeremy K,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable. Great foundation to understand early, mid and current London. We had just arrived from the states and found this tour really interesting and it helped us appreciate London even more.
Well Worth the Time – Educational, Entertaining, Enlightening
Christine L,May 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely brilliant experience! The Money and Power in the City sightseeing tour in London exceeded our expectations, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Terry. He brought centuries of financial and political history to life with such clarity, humor, and insight that even those of us without any background knowledge could easily follow along and stay engaged throughout. Terry has a real gift for storytelling—he made complex topics feel tangible and relevant, seamlessly connecting the past to the present. The tour was well-paced, thoughtfully structured, and packed with fascinating facts and anecdotes. It really opened our eyes to the hidden stories behind London’s financial district. Well worth the 2 hours—we highly recommend it to anyone curious about how money and power have shaped the City. Thanks, Terry!
Great tour!
Elsie G,May 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Terrie was great. Was able to answer all our questions and had so much interesting info. Everything is better in context and he provided that very clearly.
Amazingly informative and enjoyable tour
Benjamin J,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazingly enjoyable and informative tour. You will learn so much about the history of the area dating back from the Romans to the present while also gaining a greater understanding for how the impacts of history still have implications in the modern day. Highly recommend!
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