Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the original London in just one square mile on this 2.5-hour walking tour of the Old City. From the medieval world of the Knights Templar to the Blitz of WWII, your guide brings the past to life as you explore hidden gems, cobbled alleys, and iconic landmarks. This relaxed, story-filled walk is ideal for fans of architecture, legends, and great photo spots.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children up to 13 years old can join the tour for free. Please note, we may ask for a valid ID to verify the age of children participating.
The independent guides we work with are dedicated to providing the best experience for you. While the tour typically includes the sites and stories mentioned and lasts around 2 hours, your guide may adjust the route or timing based on what they feel is best for your group.
If you are delayed, please contact us as soon as possible, and we will do our best to assist you in locating the guide and joining the group.
What To Expect
Tower Bridge
Let’s be real—Tower Bridge is the showstopper. It looks medieval but it’s pure Victorian drama, built to impress and engineered to lift for passing ships. Your guide will reveal how this beauty confused enemies, wowed visitors, and became one of the most iconic photo ops in Europe. It’s part bridge, part flex, all London.
Tower of London
No visit to London is complete without a stop here. Hear tales of royal scandals, famous prisoners, and the not-so-glamorous side of the crown. It's spooky, historic, and seriously photogenic.
Options
The London Old City Iconic Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour of London
carlalZ7146XA,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour of London! Ricardo is a 10 at explaining everything. Super entertaining and dynamic. He provided us with tips about the city. I highly recommend it.
Wonderful tour with Finbar
ClaireBangorCity,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for a really excellent tour Finbar, you delivered the tour with infectious enthusiasm and energy whilst imparting your extensive historical knowledge to us in an entertaining and accessible manner and as a result your tour was a highlight of our holiday in London. Myself and my husband both thoroughly enjoyed the tour of this area of London, fascinating in its history and which we had never explored before. Would highly recommend booking this tour - should you be fortunate enough to have a guide like Finbar you will be glad you did!
Finbarr makes the tour go from good to great
drewrB2891PV,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Finbarr was an absolute delight. We were with a visiting university and he handled a large group of almost 20 with ease. He was incredibly knowledgeable and personable, and he had us learning loads of information while keeping us laughing / engaged. This was such a fast 2.5 hours, I didn’t want it to end. 10/10 would recommend, he’s an expert and absolutely brilliant.
Wonderful tour experience
naomiaD9388US,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour around London with Griag was excellent. He had a nice welcoming smile. He spoke clearly and loudly so everyone could hear. He gave us the historical facts,other stories and, jokes associated with some of historians. He even sang a song(lol)!! Not a bad voice. I am a londoner but took a foreign student with me who also enjoyed the tour. And I must say although I have been on many, I still managed to learn something NEW from Graig. Well done, I hope to go with him again with my next lot of students.
Amazing tour with Finbarr
santiagoernes2p,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Finbarr was just amazing, he was very interesting & entretaining, full of fun facts, and very open to answer our every questions. I highly recommend doing the London Free Walking Tour with Sandeman, and if you can take it with Finbarr even better!!
Very good experience
gustavoaM1872AW,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience. Maria took us on a tour of City of London with great ease. I recommend it. We saw and toured historical sites
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