REVIEW · WALKING TOURS
London: Historic City Walking Tour(& Rooftop Garden Access*)
London’s oldest quarter keeps its best stories in plain sight. I like the way this three-hour walk links Roman London, medieval lanes, St. Paul’s, the Bank of England, and the Tower of London without treating them as separate sights. I also like the mix of famous landmarks and easy-to-miss places, especially Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese and the wartime damage at St. Clement Danes. The main drawback is pace: you cover a lot of ground, so the tour is better for seeing and understanding the City than for entering every major attraction.
The rooftop finish adds real value on Sundays and Mondays, when admission to The Garden at 120 is included. Guides such as Maggie, Lucas, Carolina, Matt, and Margaret have earned praise for lively storytelling and the ability to answer questions. Just remember that the rooftop may involve a short wait at busy times, and the ticket does not include gratuity.
In This Review
- Five details that make this City of London walk worthwhile
- Why this route gives you a useful first look at London
- St. Clement Danes and the scars of World War II
- The Royal Courts and the city’s literary lanes
- St. Bride’s and the approach to St. Paul’s
- Mansion House, the Bank of England, and the gold below
- Temple Bar and the Great Fire of London
- London Bridge is not Tower Bridge
- Tower Bridge and the Tower of London
- The Garden at 120 gives the tour a smart finish
- Guides are a major part of the value
- Is $49 a fair price?
- Who should book this walk?
- Should you book the City of London walking tour?
- FAQ
- How long does the City of London walking tour last?
- Where does the tour begin?
- Where does the tour finish?
- Is rooftop access included every day?
- Is there a wait for The Garden at 120?
- Does the tour enter the Tower of London?
- Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
- What language is the tour offered in?
Five details that make this City of London walk worthwhile
