The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London
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5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London worth booking?
The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $217 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $217 per person
Ever wonder why nursery rhymes can be so violent? This unique tour of London one like no other. Join us on this special tour and get a unique look at London as well as learning the true meanings of those nursery rhymes and places and events that inspired them. We will see some of the most famous buildings in the world as well as getting away from all the tourists as we explore the ancient streets usually only visited by Londoners & not many of them. In days gone by it could often be a dangerous, even deadly pursuit to talk politics or news to your friends & neighbours incase you were speaking to or overheard by an informer. To get round the problem, people would spread news & gossip by dressing up the meanings of what was being said so that their true meanings could be more easily denied to the authorities. Centuries later, these events are remembered as the nursery rhymes that we all sang in childhood around the world, some of which with much toned down & child-friendly lyrics.
What you get
About this experience
Ever wonder why nursery rhymes can be so violent? This unique tour of London one like no other. Join us on this special tour and get a unique look at London as well as learning the true meanings of those nursery rhymes and places and events that inspired them. We will see some of the most famous buildings in the world as well as getting away from all the tourists as we explore the ancient streets usually only visited by Londoners & not many of them. In days gone by it could often be a dangerous, even deadly pursuit to talk politics or news to your friends & neighbours incase you were speaking to or overheard by an informer. To get round the problem, people would spread news & gossip by dressing up the meanings of what was being said so that their true meanings could be more easily denied to the authorities. Centuries later, these events are remembered as the nursery rhymes that we all sang in childhood around the world, some of which with much toned down & child-friendly lyrics.
What's included
Included
- Private Guide
What you'll see and do
Tower of London
The infamous Tower of London, with history going back to Roman times, home to Crown Jewels and hideous executions. Also home to one of London's ancient and precious trees and here we will go round the Mulberry bush
15 minutes here · Admission not included
St Olave's Church
An incredible amount of literary history here where the final remains of Old Mother Goose were laid to rest
5 minutes here
London Bridge
The famous London Bridge which is still standing, or at least the existing one is. Others have long since fallen down and we will see them too.
15 minutes here
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Here we will see a huge and not so huge memorials to the Great Fire of London and visit the spot where Londons Burning all began.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Down the medieval alleys of old London we will visit St Clements of Oranges and Lemons fame as well as the rhyme of St Swithins and learning all about Dick Whittington and his cat
30 minutes here
Bank
Just why is the Cat and the Fiddle on display just a few minutes walk from the very centre of finance and old London at the Bank of England?
10 minutes here
St. Paul's Cathedral
Whilst everyone else gasps at the beautiful St Pauls Cathedral (and we can too), we'll actually visit a statue remembering the importance of the wall and meat trade and the tyrannical law that inspired Baa Baa Black Sheep
10 minutes here · Admission not included
WIlliam Wallace Memorial
It may be unexpected enough to find a memorial to William Wallace in the middle of London but how does this relate to the old nursery rhyme of Doctor Foster who went to Gloucester?
5 minutes here
Rogers, Bradford, Philpot Memorial
Smithfields is a place bursting with history including the possible origins of the nursery rhyme, Three Blind Mice and we can throw in Mary, Mary, Quite contrary into the mix too.
10 minutes here
The Charterhouse
We can't walk through the quiet lanes of medieval London without dealing with The Black Death or Plague and we can't do nursery rhymes with out Ring a ring o' rosies and if you like we can even visit an unfortunate victim of the dreadful Black Death
15 minutes here
Farringdon
We will finish off this tour in the heart of Farringdon with a pub that isn't all that it seems and work out what the lyrics mean for Pop Goes The Weasel.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Just outside the Underground Station
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
We end at Farringdon Station, a well connected station on London Underground and surrounded by restaurants and pubs.
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
- Ye Olde England Tours
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We have earmarked this tour as especially safe during the Coronavirus outbreak due to generally quiet places that we visit where social distancing is generally not a problem. All of our tours are private so it is just you/your family and your guide. To make it easier and safer for all concerned we would suggest starting this tour a little later than the usual time, perhaps around 10.30-11am which allows us all to miss rush-hour. We are happy to still come to your hotel to meet you but for the moment we would suggest meeting us at the tour starting point. This allows you to arrive by a taxi or uber rather than public transport. Please feel free to wear masks throughout or at times during the tour. Your guide will also have a mask with them.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
If you don’t know, ask, as Stephen will - so many facts, so much fun!
For any one who sings nursery rhymes to their children or grandchildren, do you know the origins of the rhymes? I didn’t, but I do now. We spent almost five hours with Stephen walking around the City of London, suddenly seeing things we hadn’t noticed before from a very different view point. Which is the tallest monument, which is the smallest and how are they related? We went down little alleys, up roads, down roads, into churches, along the Thames, outside hospitals. Stephen linked everything to a nursery rhyme, but also told us amazing facts that linked to historical fact. We loved every minute. Stephen is very bright, super knowledgeable, very personable and truly a delight to spend 5 hours walking with around the streets of London. For anyone who thinks scripted tours are not for them, you may be right …. but try a tour with Stephen, you won’t be disappointed, not scripted and tailored to his guests/tourists. We’ll be back for more walking tours with Stephen very soon!
Response from the operator: Thankyou Mollyanne! And thanks for being the first person to book our new Nursery Rhyme Tour of London. I'm so glad you enjoyed our tour and thank-you for your kind words. I think we were all a bit embarrassed by that scripted tour group guide who gate-crashed our coffee! I was biting my tongue lol. All of our tours are special and unique, just like our lovely guests. See you again soon!
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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
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ye Olde England Tours, who run 55 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.2.
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The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London cost?
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Prices start at $217 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 The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London 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 The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London?
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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 The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London 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 The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London 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 is included in The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London?
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Included: Private Guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 439 listed pickup locations in and around London.
What languages is The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The Nursery Rhyme Tour of London 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.
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