London Full Day Tour by Foot, Bus, Tube & Boat
Description
Uncover the essence of London on a fully immersive day tour that navigates the city through walking, the Tube, buses, and even a boat ride down the Thames. Starting at the iconic Palace of Westminster, you will explore historic sites such as Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London, while a knowledgeable guide shares captivating stories behind each landmark. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through parks and vibrant markets, and experience the local culture away from the crowds. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive overview of London in just one day. - 8-hour tour from 10 am to 6 pm, covering major attractions - All transportation via walking, Tube, bus, and Uber Boat included - Less than 5 miles of walking makes it accessible for most travelers - Opportunity to enjoy lunch at Covent Garden with dietary options available
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Itinerary
Learn the history, often bloody, of the Mother of Parliaments
Numerous monarchs were married here, had their coronation here and are buried here.
The residence of British Prime Ministers since the 18th Century.
Walk through this lovely, ancient, London park.
Learn about the main royal residence in London.
Once a monastery this is now one of 3 major royal palaces in London.
One of the most famous and historic intersections in the world.
Walk through this lovely square, the heart of London's West End.
Learn about this fascinating and historical neighborhood. Have lunch in one of the many nice cafes or restaurants (at own expense), as tour takes an hour break.
In medieval times the Strand was the main ceremonial route from London to Westminster. We'll take you on this route on a London red bus.
See and learn about this iconic symbol of London
Walk the streets of the historic City of London and see some hidden spots.
Next we'll take you on the Underground, telling you the history of the oldest underground metro railway and showing you how to use it.
See one of the oldest buildings in London and the site of numerous historic events. Learn some of its gruesome history.
For this part of the tour we take you onto the Thames on an Uber Boat, for a totally different perspective on the city.
See a replica of the ship that Sir Francis Drake took on a round the world voyage, only the second navigator to do so.
See and learn about the historic theatre that was once the home of Shakespeare's company.
Finish the tour at the most popular museum in London (and one of its most impressive). Museum is open late Friday and Saturday. It's also a great spot to find a cafe or restaurant nearby for dinner, or take the train or bus on to your next appointment.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you will miss the tour.
- By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by Real London Experiences terms of service.
- Please note bus, boat and Tube operations can be affected by events and technical issues beyond our control.
- Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
- Tour includes a 45 minute to 1 hours lunch break in Covent Garden (at guest's own expense). All types of diet can be accommodated.
- This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace, climbing several hills and sets of steps. It’s not suitable for people with mobility issues. Guests walk 4-5 miles. over the day.
- This tour is not recommended for children under 12 y.o.
Reviews(4)
My 13 year old daughter and I did the 8 hour London day tour with Nikky. Highly recommended - a great way to see the city, and much more of an experience than just doing a bus tour. The itinerary has been exceptionally well planned - you get to see all the famous sites (Westminster, Buckingham Palace, St James palace, Piccadilly, Leicester Square, covent garden, St Paul’s, and many more). You get to use the underground tube, the bus, and even a boat in amongst walking which made it a great price. The walk was fairly easy, didn't feel strenuous at all, and after lunch we were using public transport to get around. Nikky was a brilliant tour guide. It was a privilege to spend a day with someone so knowledgeable, helpful, and cultured. She really knew her stuff, explained everything well (and was really good at engaging with my daughter at just the right level especially as a tour for 2), and was just an all-round class act. If you have a day to spend in London then I can't recommend this tour highly enough. We felt like the day flew by in the best sense.
Nikki, was one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. She was personable and very knowledgeable. Nikki did a great job engaging us in the rich, sometimes dark and always interesting facets of history for each sight we visited. Nice features of this tour included a double-decker bus ride and a boat ride on the Thames to reach some of the sights. Although there’s a good amount of walking, it was interspersed with stops at the many sights, a stop for lunch and stops for coffee/drinks. I forgot my sunglasses and Nikki was nice enough to find a place to pick up a pair. She also helped take some great photos of us and even helped provide recommendations for places we were interested in going over the next few days. We give Nikki 5/5 stars!
This was by far one of the best experiences I’ve had exploring a city and truly understanding how its culture has been shaped through history. Our guide, Nikky — a London local — was absolutely fantastic. Incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and insightful, Nikky didn’t just share historical facts; she offered personal stories and observations about how the city has evolved before her eyes. From history and art to literature, her depth of knowledge was impressive, and we felt so lucky to be exploring London with someone so deeply connected to it. I can't recommend this tour highly enough — we had an unforgettable time! The tour offered a rich mix of walking, a London bus, underground, and a Thames boat, covering major sights while sharing personal insights and stories. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to truly connect with the city. Tip: take an umbrella, no matter what the forecast! If you want to change it a little that's fine, just be sure not to change the stuff about the bus etc.
We booked the London full-day tour (by foot, bus, tube, and boat) through the Viator app, and it turned out to be an exceptional experience. The tour started right on time at 10:00 am, and our guide Nikky was waiting for us at the Portcullis House corner with the Real London Experiences signage, making the meeting point very easy to locate. Nikky is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about London’s history. She explained every place in great detail and shared tons and tons of historical facts that truly brought the city to life. What made this tour unique was that we visited so many “firsts of the world”—an unforgettable experience. Lunch was arranged at the very first police station in the world, which was such a special and historic setting. We also traveled through the world’s very first underground (tube) station, visited the very first cricket store in the world, the very first wine store in the world, and the very first hat shop in the world. It was amazing to see how many global “firsts” London has to offer. Nikky was also kind enough to take beautiful photos of us at the perfect spots, which we really appreciated. The tour was extremely well organized, enjoyable, and informative from start to finish. The day concluded perfectly with a relaxing boat ride, making it a memorable and satisfying end to an incredible tour. We were extremely happy and truly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended for anyone visiting London and wanting to experience its rich history in the best possible way. A big thank you to Nikky and Real London Experiences for an unforgettable day!
