City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour
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City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $12 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- Duration
- 2 hours
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- $12 per person
See the best of the City of London, learn all about its history—and explore totally independently, without worries of crowds—on this private, self-led audio tour. The creator of this amazing experience is Daniel, who wil
What you get
About this experience
See the best of the City of London, learn all about its history—and explore totally independently, without worries of crowds—on this private, self-led audio tour. The creator of this amazing experience is Daniel, who will be your audio voice and "virtual" companion during the whole experience. Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone and use when, and as often, as you’d like. You’ll see neighbourhoods and landmarks like St Paul's Cathedral, The Tower of London, The Royal Exchange, "The Monument", Leadenhall Market and much more, and will learn behind-the-scenes stories from the audio narration of a Local Expert. Please note: when booking, you will get a separate email with instructions on how to download our app and unlock the tour.
What's included
Included
- Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
- An email with instructions to activate your tour
- Daniel will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
- Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
- Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Not included
- In-person Guide
- Any entrance fee for the attractions mentioned during the tour
What you'll see and do
You want to be looking at the large stone archway separating St Paul’s Cathedral from Paternoster Square. Through the archway, you will be able to see a column with a sun motif at the top. The archway is known as Temple Bar which used to be the western entrance to the City of London. Visitors had to pass through the archway from Westminster to enter The City.
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St. Paul's Cathedral
This is arguably the most famous church in the country. It is certainly one of the largest and most striking. The architect was Sir Christopher Wren, and the church was finally opened in the year 1710 after 35 years of construction.
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Statue of Queen Anne
This is a replica of a statue of Queen Anne placed in St Paul's Cathedral. She was the monarch at the time that the church was completed in 1710. Anne, like our own Queen Elizabeth II, was not in direct line to be Queen at birth. Anne was the second child of the second son of the King and born female. In England, at that time, male children took precedence over female children. Discover why this Statue is so important in our tour.
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A must-visit memorial in St Paul's Cathedral Gardens. John Donne is today remembered best as a poet for the work that he did as a young man. Discover why this important character has its own Memorial in our tour.
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St Augustine’s church has stood on this site since the 12th century. Like St Paul’s it was destroyed in the Great Fire of London and rebuilt by the architect, Sir Christopher Wren. It suffered from bombing in September 1940 and was not rebuilt.
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At the corner of Cheapside and Wood Street, you will see some odd-looking two-storey buildings. You might even wonder why, at such high rents, the buildings are not the same height as the rest of the street. The reason is that the tree behind takes planning precedence over the buildings in front. This is the Cheapside Plane tree.
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St. Mary Le Bow Church
This is one of the 51 parish churches rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren during the rebuilding programme that followed the Great Fire of London. You may be surprised to hear that this church is one of the most famous in London.
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This is the seat of government for the City of London. Among other things, it has the outline of the Roman Amphitheatre that stood on this site since 70AD. Hear Daniel tell the stories about the incredible history this building hides.
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Mansion House of City of London
This is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of The City of London. It was built in 1758 by the official Clerk of the City’s Work, George Dance the Elder. The building is what we call Palladian in style.
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Duke of Wellington Statue
The Duke was one of the most famous men during the 19th century. He is best known as the man who defeated Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Discover both the importance of the Duke and the battle in Daniel's incredible tale.
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The Bank of England was founded in 1694 as a private bank for the government. Its purpose was to assist with raising and managing money to fight foreign wars. It was founded by a Royal Charter granted by King William III and Queen Mary II.
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The Royal Exchange
This very imposing classical building is the Royal Exchange. The original building was constructed and paid for by Sir Thomas Gresham and completed in 1571. Queen Elizabeth I opened the building and gave them a license to serve alcohol. Gresham was an agent of the crown and an ambassador for Antwerp.
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Statue of James Henry Greathead
This is the statue of the Victorian engineer Henry James Greathead. Discover why this character has an impressive statue on a large stone plinth in this historical place in Daniel's tale.
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Down St Michael’s Alley off Cornhill is the Jamaica Wine House. Discover the incredible history behind this classic Londonian Coffe House and why it was so important about 300 years ago (and stands almost untouched until today).
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30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin)
This is 30 St Mary Axe, but it’s more commonly referred to as the Gherkin due to its pickle-like shape. At times the building is also known as the Swiss Re Building as this reinsurance firm was the main occupant at the time of construction.
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St Helen's Bishopsgate
When you stand in front of St Helen Bishopsgate you'll feel that it has something unusual about it. That’s probably because it has two front doors, right? No worries, Daniel will explain that and why that fact was so important in the past.
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Lloyds of London
This is Lloyd’s building. It was designed by the architect Sir Richard Rogers and opened in 1986. Later it won the RIBA regional award; the London-only forerunner of the Stirling Prize.
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Leadenhall Market
Our walking route takes us through Leadenhall Market. The current building was designed by The City of London Architect, Horace Jones. Jones is also responsible for designing Smithfield Market just outside The City Walls in the Smithfield/Farringdon area of London as well as the iconic Tower Bridge which we’ll see at the end of our tour today. Leadenhall dates from 1880-2. Horace Jones was tasked with designing ‘a respectable arcade’ for the poultry market.
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The Monument to the Great Fire of London
The Monument to the Great Fire of London, or, as all Londoners know it, The Monument. The Great Fire of London burned in 1666 when most of The City was destroyed. Over 13,000 homes were destroyed, 87 churches were burned to the ground, and over 70,000 people were made homeless. According to official records, just six people were killed in the fire but that is almost certainly an underestimate.
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St. Dunstan In The East
St Dunstan in the East is no longer a church but a public garden set within the stone walls and under the tower of the former church. It’s a much-loved green space enjoyed by City workers.
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All Hallows By The Tower
This is All Hallows by the Tower. All Hallows is another way to say ‘All Souls’. This church is sometimes known as All Hallows Barking. This is because the church was built by the owners of Barking Abbey in Essex who owned land on this site. The original building was constructed in 675AD and is the oldest church in London.
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Tower of London
We’ve now arrived at our final stop on the tour, The Tower of London. It was built following the Norman conquest of England when William I defeated English King Harald at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around the Tower of London afterwards!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Exploro Limited
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City of London Private Self-Guided Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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