Walk London: Big Ben to Tower Bridge (Private or Group City Hike)
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
5568307P7
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Overview
Join your fun local guide on an urban hike filled with iconic sights and secret spots, with a lunch stop at the city's best food market and a 250-year-old pub at the finish line. Along the way, great stories bring London's history to life — from Roman walls to the Blitz and beyond.
- Famous landmarks AND hidden gems — Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, the Banksy graffiti tunnel, WWII ruins and more
- An engaging local guide — knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great stories
- Join a small group OR book a Private tour, meaning the tour can be tailored to your walking pace and interests
- Stop for lunch at Borough Market
- End with a well-earned pint at a favourite local pub near Tower Bridge (optional)
Tour at a glance
What's included
- A friendly, top-rated local guide
- Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!
- Stop for lunch at London's best food market
- Epic 10km guided London walk (Private or Small Group options available)
- End at our favourite local pub (near Tower Bridge)
Not included
- Food and drink
- Entry to landmarks (the hike shows you the key sights from the outside only)
Itinerary
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1
Banksy Tunnel
We begin our hike at easy-to-reach Waterloo Station. Meet your friendly hike guide, stretch those legs and off we go! We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - a graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat!
10 min Admission free -
2
London Eye
Reaching the southern bank of the River Thames, we see the iconic big wheel before crossing Westminster Bridge
5 min Admission free -
3
Big Ben
Cross the river the Westminster and stop for a photo with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
5 min Admission free -
4
Westminster Abbey
Pass through busy Parliament Square to see the famous statues and take a picture with beautiful Westminster Abbey
5 min Admission free -
5
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Next, we walk up Whitehall past 10 Downing Street (home to the UK Prime Minister) on our way to opulent Horse Guards Parade. See the King's Life Guard on horseback as we pass the grand old buildings and walk through the parade ground.
10 min Admission free -
6
St. James's Park
We hike through stunning St. James's Park on our way to the Palace
15 min Admission free -
7
Buckingham Palace
We'll make a quick photo stop at the home of the King!
5 min Admission free -
8
Green Park
Pass through charming Green Park in the heart of Royal London
5 min Admission free -
9
St. James's Palace
We pass by grand St. James's Palace and Clarence House
5 min Admission free -
10
Admiralty Arch
Our route takes us up The Mall and to the iconic archway
5 min Admission free -
11
Trafalgar Square
We'll walk through Britain's most famous public square to see Nelson's Column, National Gallery and the beautiful statues and fountains
10 min Admission free -
12
Victoria Embankment
We walk down to the Victoria Embankment Gardens, and we'll be following the river all the way to St. Paul's Cathedral with lots of great views on route!
25 min Admission free -
13
St. Paul's Cathedral
We'll head to the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral for a close-up look!
10 min Admission free -
14
Millennium Bridge
We walk south and cross the river again using the walkway known locally as "Wobbly Bridge"!
10 min Admission free -
15
Bankside
Our route continues along the vibrant South Bank of the Thames, passing by the Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on our way
25 min Admission free -
16
Borough Market
We'll take a break at London's most famous food market! Here, you'll have around 45 minutes to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
45 min Admission free -
17
London Bridge
Crossing the river again, we'll enjoy amazing views in both directions from London Bridge
10 min Admission free -
18
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Entering the City of London (one of the city's oldest and most important areas), we'll make a quick stop to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
5 min Admission free -
19
London Wall
We'll pass through our favourite secret London park on our way to see one of the last remaining sections of the city's original Roman walls
5 min Admission free -
20
Tower of London
Our route takes us around the outer wall of the 900-year-old Tower of London!
15 min Admission free -
21
Tower Bridge
A real must-do experience.... Our final stretch takes us across the iconic Tower Bridge! We finish near a great local pub - as all good British hikes should! Grab a pint or some pub grub to recharge
10 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour covers a little over 10km on foot. Please let us know in advance if any of your group is uncomfortable walking long distances
- Kids are welcome if they're good walkers! We suggest ages 12 above due to the distance.
- A reasonable fitness level is recommended. We move at around average walking pace for approx. 2.5 hours, take a lunch break, then walk another hour to the finish.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Paul was an amazing guide that adapted our tour to our changed schedule. He knows the city very well and covers a lot of ground by knowing shortcuts and using the metro. His history and overview of the area is exceptional. I highly recommend a private tour with Paul.
I had such a wonderful experience on this walking tour in London. The tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the history and stories he shared. Since I was the only person on the tour, I honestly worried it might feel awkward, but he made the experience feel so relaxed, personal, and enjoyable from start to finish. I’m not naturally a very social person, yet he made me feel completely comfortable and genuinely included the entire time. It felt less like a tour and more like exploring the city with someone who truly loves what they do. I learned so much and appreciated the effort and energy he put into making the experience special, even for just one guest.
I had a fantastic experience with my 2 teenage kids on our Walk London Tour with our wonderful guide, Paul. Paul is a natural storyteller and he made the streets of London come alive for us. He told us countless stories about various landmarks and historical figures in such an interesting manner. My kids thought he was really kind and funny and loved the tour! This really was the best way to get the feel of the city. I would definitely recommend this tour:)
Amazing experience! Even though there weren’t enough people for the tour, he still gave me a private one, which I really appreciated. He was super flexible, even helped with my luggage, and made the whole tour feel relaxed and personal. Instead of overwhelming me with facts, he kept it light, interesting, and engaging - more like exploring London with a friend. He also took tons of great photos for me!☺️ Highly recommend to anyone visiting London.
Very collegial and great exercise as we hit many of the non-museum/art highlights of London. Lunch at the George pub w/cider & a watch of women’s football on the giant outdoor screen a great backup to the holiday-closed Boroughs Market. Paul was like meeting a friend of a friend who agreed to show us around—very nice.
A wonderful and informative tour. Paul accommodated my requests to add a few additional stops enroute and did supplemental research to provide talking points at these stops. His banter was on point and the conversation flowed easily. The pace of the walk was exactly as advertised, and the route has been arranged for maximum visual impact with a surprise around every corner! I took this tour the day after landing and it was the perfect way to get my bearings in the city while shaking off jetlag and was worth every penny of the solo price. Also, a sufficient number of options for washroom breaks, which I had not considered as a selling point prior to booking, but which was incredibly considerate. You need to book with Paul!
It was our first time in London. Paul is a very friendly and enthousiastic guide. The tour takes you to a lot of important highlights. We had heard about some of the highlights trough the internet but we learned a lot of new things about the imposing buildings and places, great experience!
This is a fast moving walking tour that allows you to see all the major, most well-known London sites. We enjoyed seeing everything and the commentary provided by the tour guide. It was fun that the tour ended at a lovely London pub, where we ate an early dinner and shared drinks together. Anyone taking this tour should be able to walk for 3-4 hours at a normal to fairly quick pace.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun. Starts 11:00, 12:00, 13:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 5568307P7
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