
Southbank Experience Walking Tour
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Is Southbank Experience Walking Tour worth booking?
Southbank Experience Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $39 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Enjoy one of the World's finest walks, hear the fascinating stories of the Southbank and the Thames. Take a glorious walk with us along London’s Thames Path which boasts an extravaganza of sights; Houses of Parliament,
What you get
- Full tour of the area by experienced English Speaking local tour guide.
About this experience
Enjoy one of the World's finest walks, hear the fascinating stories of the Southbank and the Thames. Take a glorious walk with us along London’s Thames Path which boasts an extravaganza of sights; Houses of Parliament, London Eye, The Savoy Hotel, Tate Modern, Borough Market, London Bridge and more! Our tour brings all of these amazing sights to life as we share with you, the stories that have shaped London because of this mighty river, the Thames. We condense 2000 years of history into a single tour, you will be amazed at the events that have taken place along this walkway. In the London Bridge area of our walk, you will also experience the Charles Dicken’s heartland and we will highlight some sights which you would otherwise walk right past, without recognising the historic significance and sometimes incredulous stories they signify.
What's included
Included
- Full tour of the area by experienced English Speaking local tour guide.
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Houses of Parliament
We will get to see the area of Westminster from the Southbank.
Pass by without stopping
Southbank Centre
We will get to see and hear about the history of the Southbank and the Southbank Centre.
10 minutes here
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
You will get to see the old area of the Southbank and hear the stories of the notorious Bishop of Winchester and live on the Southbank during Elizabethian times.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
London Bridge
You will get to hear the stories of the historic landmark and how it has changed from Roman, through to Elizabethian to the modern day
30 minutes here
London Eye
You will get to see some of London's iconic landmarks including the London Eye.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Your guide will meet you inside the Jubilee Park behind the London eye next to The International Brigade memorial. Your guide will have a Pink Umbrella, so you can recognise them.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your guide will meet you inside the Jubilee Park behind the London eye next to The International Brigade memorial. Your guide will have a Pink Umbrella, so you can recognise them.
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
- Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Great Weekender
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Due to the distance of the tour and how busy the area can get, we are not bale to have wheelchair users in the Public Tour, however we can allow wheelchair users for private bookings.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $39 to $49
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Southbank Experience Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Southbank Experience Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $39 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 Southbank Experience 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 Southbank Experience Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 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 last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Southbank Experience 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 Southbank Experience Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Southbank Experience 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 Southbank Experience 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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