Powerful, poignant and poetic; cutting deep into the heart of the City.
● Private walking tour for families, small groups, birthdays, etc (up to 20 persons).
● 2 hours approx, from St Paul’s London underground station.
● Prices and practical information listed below. Bookings: tours@yourlondontours.com.
THEME & ITINERARY
This walk examines the events, institutions and individuals that have impacted on the City of London. Today, it is regarded as the belly of banking, the heart of insurance, the nerve-centre of trading. In short, the business capital of the world. But if we dig a little deeper, we will find that those ancient street names evoking the old trading roots can lead us on a fantastic soulful journey through the world’s financial torso:
There are some particularly strong literary links. Perhaps this is why it led the novelist Charlotte Bronte to declare: ‘In the West End you may be amused, but in the City you are deeply excited.’
The wide variety in architectural style reveals the City has suffered its share of adversities. However, like the song says, ‘From the ashes of disaster grow the roses of success’, and the City developed a remarkable phoenix-like tendency to regenerate itself. Thus we find Roman remains alongside the latest high-tech skyscrapers, and Wren churches defiantly preaching from all corners.
Discover the story of the Great Fire of London, how cockneys got their name, and the Princess Pocahontas connection. Plus, the legends behind the Wall of Sacrifice, the men who saved Shakespeare from oblivion, and the site of London's most notorious prison.
Surely no other London walk pitches the old with the new in such a stark manner. And all this in two hours. Phew! If you still have some energy at the end of the walk, there is an option to visit St Paul’s Cathedral (entry fee).
SOUL CITY WALKIN’ | 2 hours (approx). |
PRIVATE GUIDED LONDON WALK (1-20 persons) | £150.00 (per group) |
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
● General: This is a private walk for families or small groups (up to 20). We do not offer options for individuals to join existing groups. Additional guides required for groups 21+.
● Dates: We recommend early booking to secure your preferred date. Dates subject to availability of guides and access.
● The guide: The walk will be conducted by a fully accredited & qualified guide who will confirm your itinerary and provide a friendly, knowledgeable commentary throughout.
● Meet: The guide will meet your group outside St Paul’s London underground station. Please make sure your group does not block public access or exits.
● Timings: The duration of this walk is 2 hours approx. Start anytime after 10.00. Access to some areas may be restricted in late evenings/weekends.
● Price: As shown in the table above. Payment methods, privacy, cancellation and refund policies and full terms & conditions are listed on our Prices & Bookings page.
● Health & Safety: Clients should be in reasonable health for a 2-hour walking tour. Clients are responsible for own safety when crossing roads, climbing steps, etc.
● Clothing: Clients should dress appropriately for a 2-hour walking tour making allowances for the changeable British weather
● Format: Specially researched and designed by our staff (copyright applies). Exclusive to Your London Tours & associates. For walk/tour combinations see our Pick & Mix page.
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