Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide
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Is Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide worth booking?
Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $59 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $59 per person
This private 3-hour outdoor walking tour is especially designed for families with children and will allow you to see some of the most famous attractions in London. With our kid-friendly guide you will discover the beauty
What you get
About this experience
This private 3-hour outdoor walking tour is especially designed for families with children and will allow you to see some of the most famous attractions in London. With our kid-friendly guide you will discover the beauty of London as you come face to face with such iconic places as Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace (with the Changing of the Guard, weather permitting and if scheduled), The Houses of Parliament, Downing Street and much more besides! As well as walking, you will also experience real London life by using the Tube, the world's oldest underground public transport system. Note: Since you will use public transport make sure you have your Oyster card or Travel card with you! This is an outdoor walking tour where you will see all the attractions from the outside.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Local, professional guide
- Professional art historian guide
- Kid- Friendly guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- This is an outdoor tour and you will not visit the attractions inside
What you'll see and do
St. James's Park
Your guide will meet you outside St James’s Park Tube Station in the morning and introduce you to two of Greater London's most famous boroughs, the City of Westminster and the City of London. Situated along the River Thames, these boroughs are steeped in history. With fascinating stories, a very knowledgeable guide will introduce the kids to the important buildings and iconic symbols of this part of London. This tour has been designed to be both educational and fun!
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Westminster Abbey
The first stop is Westminster Abbey, the magnificent Gothic abbey church next to the Palace of Westminster and the most important religious building in all of the United Kingdom. This church is where Britain's kings and queens are traditionally crowned and also where they are eventually buried.
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Big Ben
Next, your guide will take you to see Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster. The Palace of Westminster is home to the two houses of the British Parliament, the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Together with Elizabeth Tower, more commonly known as Big Ben after its main bell, it constitutes an iconic landmark of London and the United Kingdom in general, and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.
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10 Downing Street
You will then visit Downing Street, the location of the official residence and offices of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdon at number 10, as well as that of the Chancellor of the Exchequer number 11.
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Buckingham Palace
Just a short walk away from Downing Street is Buckingham Palace, official London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarch of the United Kingdom. You will know if the Queen is in residence or not by looking at the flag flying above the Palace. If you see the Union Flag, then the Queen is not present. If you see the Royal Standard, she is in residence. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, the amazing spectacle of the Changing of the Guard can be seen, as long as the weather is fine and if it is schedule d in the day of the tour (the ceremony can be cancelled in case of special events or during holidays).
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St. Paul's Cathedral
Finally, you will take the worlds oldest metro system, the London Underground, from the City of Westminster to the City of London, home to the world famous St. Paul's Cathedral, which you will be able to admire from the outside. London was once a Roman settlement which dates back to the 1st Century AD. The City is the site of the most ancient part of Greater London and was originally named Londinium. This is a tour the whole family will enjoy!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
At the St James’s Park Tube Station (Broadway Exit) opposite Conrad Hotel and Costa Coffee, on Westminster, London SW1H 0AB. The tour guide will be showing a sign with customer's name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- London Tours With Kids
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Make sure to have your Oyster card or travel card with you in order to use public transport
- This is an outdoor walking tour where you will see the attractions from the outside
- Please note that the Changing of the Guard takes place on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between January and May and August to December. The ceremony happens daily in June and July. (The ceremony can be cancelled in case of special events or during holidays).
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not family friendly
While our guide tried, I wouldn't recommend this for young children. Our tour guide wasn't as knowledgeable and she was focused on current stories versus historical facts. Our children know nothing of the current royal family. We had to keep prompting to ask for historical facts. I would not recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the feedback you have shared with us. All our guides are professional and very experienced with a great knowledge of history. We have spoken to the tour guide who has advised us that you have requested the tour to be completed within two hours. The guide has provided all the relevant historical information but she has also tried to accommodate your request to move on to the next site. Her feeling was the customer didn’t want to spend too much time at one site as she has been asked to move on shortly after she has started providing the information. The guide has balanced the requests from the client to complete the tour within a certain time, to move on when she has been asked to and also to provide the relevant historical information. At the same time she did her best to make sure the kids were focused and engaged during the tour. London has a rich history and it is very hard to cover it all within two hours but we would like to reassure you our guide has done the best to find the right balance between time and historical information. We are really sorry if our tour didn’t fully meet your expectations. The tour has been provided in accordance with the tour descriptions and your requirements on the day have been taken into account. We have planned this tour for approximately 3 hours in order to have sufficient time for all the information but you have particularly requested a shorter duration and you have also advised the guide that you were running late and requested the tour to start at 10:00am instead of 09:30 am. Please be reassured that you have received the best service from our guide who is a long established guide and very professional. Wishing you and your family a very happy 2024 and hope you’ll book with us again in the near future.
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A really kid's friendly tour
We recently booked a 'Best of London' tour for families with London Tours For Kids and Families. The booking process was very easy and we even got to agree on some itinerary adjustments, so that we could accommodate some specific places (and some special kids' requirements) into the tour. We were lucky enough to have Dan assigned as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and incredibly fun! We visited the 'most wanted' places and we also learnt very interesting stories and fun facts about London. This tour was not only a great introduction to the city and its history, but it was also the best way to cover the two main neighborhoods (Westminster and City, including the changing of the Guard), in one single morning. We are very happy to have done it and we highly recommend it!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $59 to $355
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide cost?
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Prices start at $59 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 Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide?
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Around 1 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kid-Friendly London Tour of Must-See Sites with Downing Street & Exclusive Guide 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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