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Private City Kickstart Tour: London

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London, England
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Receive a warm welcome to London on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with London to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.

Discover where to find Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.

Private City Kickstart Tour: London is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • Local Tips and Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • Private Tour
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

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Bessborough Street
Pimlico, London SW1, UK

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Tate Modern

Walk towards the Tate Britain Gallery, home to British and international contemporary art
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Stroll through Victoria Tower Gardens towards the Houses of Parliament
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Big Ben

See the most well-know clock in the world: Big Ben
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Check out one of the largest open spaces in London: The Horse Guards Parade
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Banqueting House

Visit the well known Banqueting House at the Whitehall
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Trafalgar Square

Enjoy the lively atmosphere in Trafalgar Square. See the monuments and museums
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Spot the hidden church on the corner of the square
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Covent Garden

End your tour in the cool Covent Garden area
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, England.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private City Kickstart Tour: London?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-24380P317

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Local Tips and Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide

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