City Stories – A ‘City of London’ History and Architecture tour
Trip Highlights
Private Tour
Engaging for all age groups
Unique insights into the ups and downs of millennia
A visit to the ruins of London’s Colosseum
A guided walk through the oldest part of the capital
Description
You’re going on a journey of more than 2000 years through London’s history from the arrival of the Romans to today with the City of London guide, Richard on this unique tour.
Using the array of breathtaking buildings that punctuate London’s famous skyline, hear why the city became the most influential in the world. Discover how, out of disaster and turmoil, London was able to rebuild itself and even prosper. After exploring the hidden gem of London’s Roman Amphitheatre, this private tour will conclude with an amazing view of what is arguably the most iconic building in the city of London- Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, St Paul’s Cathedral.
What DID the Romans do for us? Who were the master-builders that changed the face of the Square Mile? Meet tyrants who constructed buildings with the sole purpose to intimidate alongside engineers who laid the first train tracks. Hear how the Great Fire and the Blitz shaped the city around us and discover buildings that range from eco-friendly or inside-out to literally able to melt cars.
Come learn to read one of the greatest cities in the world- you’ll never see London the same way again
Tour info
Outside Tower Hill Underground Station, between CitizenM Hotel and Trinity Square Gardens
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What DID the Romans do for us? Who were the master-builders that changed the face of the Square Mile? Meet tyrants who constructed buildings with the sole purpose to intimidate alongside engineers who laid the first train tracks. Hear how the Great Fire and the Blitz shaped the city around us and discover buildings that range from eco-friendly or inside-out to literally able to melt cars.
Come learn to read about one of the greatest cities in the world- you’ll never see London the same way again.
Included
An English-speaking expert licensed tour guide
A visit to the Roman Amphitheatre
Excluded
Gratuities
Food, drink or transport costs other than those stated
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Things to know
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to the tour.
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Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to the tour.
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Availability
This tour is available daily at 2:00 PM
This tour is available daily at 2:00 PM
The Important Stuff
- Please arrive fifteen minutes before the start time on your voucher.
- Please wear comfortable shoes and always carry water.
- The tour is around 2.5 hours long and the experience will end near St Paul’s Cathedral.
- Please arrive fifteen minutes before the start time on your voucher.
- Please wear comfortable shoes and always carry water.
- The tour is around 2.5 hours long and the experience will end near St Paul’s Cathedral.
Meeting Place
Meet your guide outside Tower Hill Underground Station, between CitizenM Hotel and Trinity Square Gardens.
Meet your guide outside Tower Hill Underground Station, between CitizenM Hotel and Trinity Square Gardens.