Secret Gardens of London Private Tour in London
London, United Kingdom

Secret Gardens of London Private Tour

Outty Ranking 59 4.8 · 13 traveler reviews6.5 hoursFrom $390

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Is Secret Gardens of London Private Tour worth booking?

Secret Gardens of London Private Tour is a 6.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $390 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (13)
Duration
6.5 hours
From
$390 per person

Private Tour – just you with your fun and informative guide. This is a full day guided tour of hidden beauty spots and gardens in central London. Very much a private tour as we black cab it from garden to garden along w

What you get

  • High Tea
  • Local guide
  • Transport by private vehicle

About this experience

Private Tour – just you with your fun and informative guide. This is a full day guided tour of hidden beauty spots and gardens in central London. Very much a private tour as we black cab it from garden to garden along with some walking. Included are the delightful hidden gardens of the Inns of Court, Lincolns Inn Fields, as well as the amazing Chelsea Physic Garden. All garden admissions are included as is a lovely traditional high tea. Please note: moderate fitness required as during the morning portion it is very much a walking tour.

What's included

Included

  • High Tea
  • Local guide
  • Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What you'll see and do

  1. Sir John Soane's Museum

    John Soane was a well-known Victorian architect but also an avid collector of antiquities, sculpture, etc. See all of this in his splendidly maintained home.

    45 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Trafalgar Square

    This is very close to our starting point at Saint Martin in the Fields Church. One of London's iconic squares.

    Pass by without stopping

  3. Covent Garden

    Full of history - it was once the flower market for London.

    Pass by without stopping

  4. Chelsea Physic Garden

    This amazing garden was started by the apothecaries where they could grown their own medicinal plants. Here we enjoy the garden as well as pause for a lovely high tea.

    90 minutes here · Admission included

  5. Lincoln's Inn Fields

    This is one of the largest squares in London and the location for the Sir John Soane museum. Also, we pause here for our mid-morning coffee break.

    45 minutes here · Admission included

  6. Inns of Court

    The Courts include some lovely gardens hidden away from most tourists.

    30 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

London

Front steps of St Martin in the Fields Church, on east side of Trafalgar Square.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

We conclude our tour by returning guests to nearby Sloane Square or alternatively leave guests at their leisure in the Physic Garden.

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
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Group size
Up to 7 travelers per booking
Operated by
Graham Bleasdale t/a Greenwich Royal Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required on this tour.
  • A maximum of 5 people per booking: capacity of new electric London cabs

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Pace and timing

3 mentions

Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

Traveler reviews

13 verified traveler reviews for Secret Gardens of London Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Sightsee211424 · September 2025

Far from the madding crowds

Susannah and Katie were great . We saw sooooo much of history , gardens, and famous buildings that we never would have wandered into on our own. Tea at the Chelsea Physic Garden was a real high point. If you want to see “real” London without the hordes of other tourists you do not want to miss this.

via Tripadvisor

deniserB1242KP · July 2024

A delightful tour!

Thoroughly enjoyed the London garden tour with Suzy! Interesting history facts along the way, (which I never would have discovered on my own), pocket gardens through London, and, of course, afternoon tea at Chelsea Physic Garden. Suzy was friendly, knowledgeable, and I believe a real asset to the tour company.

via Tripadvisor

judybU6822JX · June 2024

Secret Gardens were a wonderful well kept secret!

My daughter and I had a wonderful time on this tour. Suzy was very knowledgeable and professional. The meeting place was easy to get to and Suze was there waiting for us. We went to places I had no idea were there and learned a lot about them as well as different types of plants which I enjoyed as I garden. Suze would look up and identify any that I didn’t know. The High Tea was very good as well and I would highly recommend this tour.

via Tripadvisor

judybU6822JX · May 2024

Wonderful tour of hidden gems!

Fantastic tour! Our guide was knowledgeable, professional and personable. Susanne was very good and answered all our questions. Loved the places we were taken to and enjoyed the gardens immensely. Saw places and flowers we didn’t know existed and if I wanted to know a type of flower/plant, she looked it up. High tea was great! Would highly recommend!

via Tripadvisor

C9758MQjeannes · July 2022

Excellent Tour

Highly recommend the Secret Gardens tour to friends and family. We particularly liked the Physics Garden, but all of the gardens were lovely and so pleasant. Our guide, Stephen, was so knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed his company. The afternoon tea at the Ivy Cafe was fabulous!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
6.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
5
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 59

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)80
Review evidence (18% weight)35
Booking momentum (14% weight)28
Value for money (12% weight)24
Listing quality (10% weight)93
Local standing (8% weight)57
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Secret Gardens of London Private Tour: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Secret Gardens of London Private Tour cost?

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Prices start at $390 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 Secret Gardens of London Private Tour take?

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Plan for about 6.5 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 Secret Gardens of London Private Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 13 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 Secret Gardens of London Private 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 Secret Gardens of London Private Tour suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Secret Gardens of London Private Tour?

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Around 5 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 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Secret Gardens of London Private 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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