Best 12 London walking tours

Don't miss out on this limited series of walking tours dedicated to exploring the history behind one of the UK's most prestigious royal occasions. To mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, this guided walk will take you through the heart of royal London, uncovering key sites and memorials along with sharing the more quirky locations and surprising stories of Kings and Queens passed.

When: Select dates Feb-Jun
Start time: 2pm

The Great Fire of London was a poignant moment in the city's history, destroying the medieval capital including over 13,000 houses, 87 parish churches and iconic buildings such as The Royal Exchange and St Paul's Cathedral. This walking tour will transport you to the year 1666, where you'll follow the fire's journey of destruction and learn how a new London emerged from the ashes.

When: Select dates in Feb, Mar and Apr
Start time: 11.30am and 2.30pm

Come and see the London sites that inspired Sherlock Holmes author Arthur Conan Doyle with the Sherlock Holmes Tour. You can also explore some of the locations featured in the books, films and TV series as you are led around by a professional guide in this two-hour tour of Sherlock’s London. 

Schedule: Every Saturday; additional Wednesdays in the summer months
Start time: 10.30am
Duration: Two hours

Experience the fright of a lifetime as you embark on a walking tour that examines one of the world’s greatest unsolved mysteries. Walk the streets where Jack the Ripper committed his many crimes and hear tales along the way from your knowledgeable guide.

When: Daily
Timings: 6pm
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes

Get to know the Royal Family like never before on this Royal Walking Tour, Changing of the Guard. Spend two hours with your expert guide as they share untold stories and fascinating facts about the kings and queens of England. Not only will you see iconic sites such as St. James's Palace and Buckingham Palace, but you'll also discover lesser-known spots such as the Royal Warrants of Jermyn Street and Queen Elizabeth II's favourite off-license. 

When: Daily
Timings: 10am
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes

Journey back in time to an era of elegance with a Downton Abbey walking tour of London! Enjoy a leisurely stroll as you admire the legendary London haunts of the Lords and Ladies of the Crawley family and their household. Relive your favourite Downton Abbey scenes as you explore impressive filming locations from the award-winning TV series.

When: Fridays
Start time: 11am
Duration: Two hours and 30 minutes

Explore London's most magical spots on this Wizards London Walking Tour of Harry Potter Film Locations. Discover more than 10 filming locations from the films, from the visitor's entrance to the Ministry of Magic to a spiral staircase that leads to one of Hogwarts' most famous classrooms. Spotting many of London's iconic landmarks and attractions along the way.

When: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Start time: 10am
Duration: Two hours

Discover the hidden corners of the capital on a unique Secret London Walking Tour. Step off the tourist trail, wandering the city's old streets and alleyways where you'll encounter unusual art, old pubs and a place once known as the world's smallest police station.

When: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Start time: 1.30pm and 2pm - times vary depending on the date
Duration: Approx. one hour and 30 minutes

Book a tour with one of Guide London's professionally qualified Blue Badge Tourist Guides, who know the city better than anyone else. Whether you want to visit famous London sites such as Westminster Abbey by coach or discover back streets of the Jewish East End on foot, your Blue Badge Tourist Guide can entertain you with entirely new stories in dozens of languages.

Walk through the scenic hidden streets, back roads and canal paths around the city with London Walks and discover more about Jack the Ripper, The Beatles, Shakespeare, royal London, ghosts in the City and London street art among others.

The City Visitor Trail takes you on a journey through the heart of London. Take in famous attractions such as St. Paul's Cathedral, Guildhall, the Bank of England and the Tower of London or try the themed "side-tracks", each one moving away from the main path to give a more in-depth look at one part of the city.