PERSONALLY GUIDED TOURS OF LONDON'S HISTORIC BUILDINGS

LONDON'S HISTORIC BUILDINGS
Inside the great capital of antiquity, with your own personal guide.

● Tours of London's historic buildings.
● For couples, families, groups, etc (up to 20 persons).
● Guide will meet at pre-arranged time and place. Typical duration 2 hours.
● Subject to availability. Enquiries: tours@yourlondontours.com. Bookings: click here.
● Price (per group): £200.00. Admission prices extra.

GUIDED TOURS OF LONDON'S HISTORIC BUILDINGS
On the following seven tours you will be personally guided by a fully accredited & qualified 'Blue Badge' official guide.

CHURCHILL WAR ROOMS TOUR
The conflict of World War II brought to life. This series of underground war rooms was built in 1938, accommodating map rooms, cipher rooms, switchboards and emergency living quarters. They were closed down in 1945 and not re-opened until 1973. An amazing time capsule. Also features the superb Churchill museum, featuring interactive exhibits, mementoes from his life and the original door from No.10 Downing Street.
Open daily. Admission price payable.

HAMPTON COURT: A-MAZE-ING GRACE TOUR
Hampton Court is a national treasure. It’s actually two palaces in one, covering both the Tudor and Stuart royal dynasties (Henry VIII actually stole it!). Highlights include the authentic Tudor kitchens, Great Hall, and Chapel Royal. There’s also an important art collection, an ancient working tennis court, and the magnificent gardens featuring the world’s oldest maze for you to get lost in! 500 years of royal history comes alive here.
Open daily. Admission price payable.

ROYAL OBSERVATORY TOUR
On top of a hill in Greenwich Park, astride the world's meridian line that separates east from west, sits the fascinating Royal Observatory. It was purpose-built by Sir Christopher Wren in 1675 for Flamsteed, the Royal Astronomical Observator, who was succeeded by Edmond Halley of Halley's Comet fame. The conquering of longtitude for seafarers is a central theme, and Harrison's magnificent maritime clocks are on display as well as the fascinating early history of star-watching. <
Open daily. Admission price payable.

ST PAUL'S CATHEDRAL: THE DEFIANT GIANT TOUR
Symbol of national pride, focus of London spirituality, and a glorious architectural masterpiece: 50 years to build, 300 years of history. Many important events have happened here: the funerals of national heroes Wellington, Nelson and Churchill, and you may recall THAT wedding dress when Charles and Diana got married. The impressive interior boasts fantastic decor, wonderful monuments, and an inside view of the magnificent dome.
Usually open Mon-Sat. Admission price payable.

TEMPLE CHURCH TOUR
One of London's oldest and most mysterious churches, this is a hidden medieval gem made famous by its appearance in the controversial book Da Vinci Code. The rare circular nave was built in 1185 and modelled on St Sepulcre in Jerusalem where Christ is buried. See the tiny cell where knights were left to die, the famous effigies, and the grotesques said to be modelled on medieval construction workers.
Usually open Mon-Sat. Admission price payable.

TOWER OF LONDON: BLOOD, BLING & BEEFEATERS
London's oldest building and a World Heritage site. Officially known as Her Majesty's Palace and Fortress but once described by Shakespeare as 'The Slaughterhouse'. The tour is themed around the tragic tale of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII. You will discover his cruelty knew no bounds. Also see the Crown Jewels, king of bling! Seek out the mysterious ravens, and hear how the Beefeaters look after a London landmark packed with history.
Open daily. Admission price payable.

WESTMINSTER ABBEY: CROWNING GLORY TOUR
National mausoleum, focus for royal events, and one of the world's greatest churches. Kings and queens have been crowned here for a thousand years. It was also the venue for Princess Diana’s memorable funeral in 1997. Your guide will take you through a gothic labyrinth where you’ll discover the royal tombs of the Virgin Queen, Bloody Mary and Mary Queen of Scots. See too, the famous Poets' Corner and the magnificent Henry VII Chapel ceiling.
Usually open Mon-Sat. Admission price payable.

AUDIO/INHOUSE TOURS OF LONDON'S HISTORIC BUILDINGS
The following three tours are audio/inhouse tours only. However, you will be escorted by an accredited & qualified 'Blue Badge' official guide.

BUCKINGHAM PALACE: ONE’S ROYAL HOME TOUR
Main royal residence in central London. If she's home the standard will be flying. We can't promise an invite for tea but we can promise you'll be impressed. The audio-guided tour takes in the magnificent state rooms and gardens. At extra cost you can see the Queen's art collection at the Royal Gallery, which contains some priceless old masters, or tour the Queen's horses and carriages at the Royal Stables adjoining the side of the palace.
Open Aug-Sep daily. Audio-tours only. Admission price payable.

HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT: HOME OF DEMOCRACY TOUR
The mother of political power houses and iconic edifice. Hear the great bell at the famous landmark also known as the Palace of Westminster. Today it's where our honorable and trustworthy government work so hard (honest!). The tour is a real-eye-opener, the architecture alone is simply stunning. The main building is a masterpiece of Victorian gothic and is flanked by one of the oldest buildings in London, the magnificent Great Hall.
Open every Saturday morning; Aug-Sep daily. In-house tours only. Admission price payable.

KENSINGTON PALACE: THE PALACE IN THE PARK TOUR
Royal history from the 17th to 21st centuries. Set at the western edge of Hyde Park, known as Kensington Gardens. The palace was famously the last home of Diana, Princess of Wales, and where Princes William and Harry were brought up. A young Victoria awoke here one day in 1837 to find out she was queen. Also on display is a collection of Diana’s dresses and the Queen’s outfits. The Orangery in the garden is a pleasant place for refreshments.
Open daily. Audio-tours only. Admission price payable.

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PRICE:

LONDON'S HISTORIC BUILDINGS<	2 hours (approx).
PERSONALLY GUIDED LONDON TOUR (1-20 persons)	£200.00 (per group)

HOW THE TOUR WORKS:

● Important note: This is a private tour for families or groups (up to 20). We do not offer options for individuals to join existing groups. Groups 21+ require additional guides.

● Dates: We recommend early booking to secure your preferred date. Dates subject to availability of guides and access.

● The guide: Where stated, the tour will be conducted by a fully accredited & qualified guide who will confirm your itinerary before the tour starts.

● Meet: The guide will meet your group at a time and place agreed on booking. Please do not block public access or exits while waiting for your tour to start.

● Timings: The duration of this tour is 2 hours approx. Start anytime after 10.00. Access to some areas may be restricted in late evenings/weekends.

● Health & Safety: Clients should be in reasonable health for a 2-hour tour. Clients are responsible for own safety when crossing roads, climbing steps, etc.

● Clothing: Clients should dress appropriately for a 2-hour 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.

● General: All our tours are tailored to YOUR requirements. The guide will be exclusively dedicated to your family or group during the walk itself, so relax and enjoy.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR IN 3 EASY STEPS:

STEP 1: Send e-mail to tours@yourlondontours.com with the following information:
● Lead contact name and full billing address.
● Home phone number or cell phone number.
● Date service required.
● Name or brief description of tour required.
● Number of adults/children, age of children.
● Agreed time and place if to be met.
● Special interests or information to help us make your tour more enjoyable.

STEP 2: On receiving this information we will e-mail a reply confirming availability, price and payment procedure. If the tour is unavailable, eg, venue is closed or we are fully booked, we will inform you or provide details of another operator.

STEP 3: If you are happy with your booking please make payment as directed.
Payments can take up to 48 hrs to process. On receiving payment, we will e-mail a confirmation and receipt. Please check details carefully and e-mail us with any queries.

BOOKING POLICY AND NOTES:
• Bookings are dealt with on a one-to-one basis via e-mail only.
• We do not accept bookings with less than 72 hours notice.
• To secure your preferred date we recommend booking well in advance.
• All tours subject to availability. Booking will not go ahead until availability is confirmed.
• Tour is not guaranteed to go ahead until 100% of payment is received.
• Administration fees may be added for extensive itineraries or supplementary guide hire.
• We do not arrange flights, accommodation, travel tickets or tickets for events.
• We do not usually pre-book tickets for attractions. We recommended these are paid
for at the gate on the day. In circumstances where pre-booking is the only option for
attractions, tickets must be paid for in advance and are non-refundable.

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