London: City of London Walking Tour
London, United Kingdom

London: City of London Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 82 5.0 · 84 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom £14
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Outty Ranking

82/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 84 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is London: City of London Walking Tour worth booking?

London: City of London Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from £14 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 84 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
82 / 100
Rating
5/5 (84)
Duration
2 hours
From
£14 per person

Explore the City of London and discover over 2000 years of British history and culture on this Historic London City Tour. On the tour you’ll make your way through the City of London where you'll discover the history of St Paul’s Cathedral, see Tower Bridge and get up close of the Tower of London to learn about Beefeaters, Ravens and the Crown Jewels! You’ll stand in the centre of financial power at Bank and discover the glorious Bank of England, the home of traders and merchants at the Royal Exchange and the powers of the Lord Mayor at Mansion House. Along the way the you will visit London’s most beautiful market at Leadenhall Market and learn the true story of one of the most devastating events in London at the Monument to the Great Fire of London before finishing up at London’s Roman Wall dating back 2000 years! The City of London is the oldest part of London and no other London city tour will make you more appreciative of the incredible and fascinating history of London.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore the City of London and discover over 2000 years of British history and culture on this Historic London City Tour. On the tour you’ll make your way through the City of London where you'll discover the history of St Paul’s Cathedral, see Tower Bridge and get up close of the Tower of London to learn about Beefeaters, Ravens and the Crown Jewels! You’ll stand in the centre of financial power at Bank and discover the glorious Bank of England, the home of traders and merchants at the Royal Exchange and the powers of the Lord Mayor at Mansion House. Along the way the you will visit London’s most beautiful market at Leadenhall Market and learn the true story of one of the most devastating events in London at the Monument to the Great Fire of London before finishing up at London’s Roman Wall dating back 2000 years! The City of London is the oldest part of London and no other London city tour will make you more appreciative of the incredible and fascinating history of London.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 84 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    84 verified traveler reviews for London: City of London Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    sallydM9391VJ · September 2026

    Amazing tour and amazing guide

    Erik is absolutely an amazing tour guide with a lot of knowledge. We’ve enjoyed and learned a lot of London from him. Absolutely recommended

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    alyssakO8073NM · August 2026

    Great way to start a trip

    An excellent tour that shows so many of the main sights and gives you a great lay of the land if you're just starting your trip. Matt was an excellent tour guide who was so knowledgeable and gave such great historical background to everything we were saying. Highly recommend.

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    anissabB9364IY · July 2026

    City of London Toue

    Adam did an excellent job giving us a guided tour of historic sites of the city of London. He had an in-depth history on the sites and was very enthusiastic about the topics covered.

    via Tripadvisor

    brebay01 · July 2026

    London walking tpur

    Eric was an excellent tour guide!! We saw so much and learned so much ! So worth it.

    via Tripadvisor

    ClaraAsept2022 · July 2026

    City of London walking tour

    Excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and explained the history of London with a touch of humor, I would repeat this experience anytime.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Booked in 30 days
    29
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Why this scores 82

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)95
    Review evidence (18% weight)59
    Booking momentum (14% weight)52
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)84
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    London: City of London Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does London: City of London Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at £14 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 London: City of London 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 London: City of London Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 84 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 London: City of London Walking Tour?

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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 London: City of London 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 London: City of London Walking Tour?

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    Around 29 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 London: City of London 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 The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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.

    What happens to London: City of London Walking Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about London: City of London Walking Tour?

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    Across 84 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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