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Take Your Time Private London Walking Tour

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| London, England
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On average, this is booked 25 (0) days in advance.
6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This is a customised tour for guests who want to combine leisure with quality. Take a good look at our suggestions below. Let us know your preferred destinations and together we will work out the ideal route for your group.
Let us show you not only the well-known landmarks, but also the remote and secret places that have shaped this unique city over the last 2000 years. We’ll tell you stories about London you’ve never heard before and show you places you never knew existed. See London from a Londoner's perspective. Enjoy a profound experience, stress-free, and with enough time for top-notch photo stops and leisurely breaks at one or other secret corner.

This tour is great for children, as their pace will be our pace.

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the locations you visit may vary from the destinations listed. The tour will be tailored by your host based on your interests and preferences.

What's Included

  • Foto stops
  • Hotel pickup
  • Professional private guide
  • TFL transport fees [Oyster card or day ticket for Zone 1-2] (no more than 14 pounds)
  • Other attractions not included in the tour
  • Food and drinks
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Your guide will contact you 15 minutes before departure.

What To Expect

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Southbank Centre

The South Side of the Thames is an absolute favourite of our guests. Walk with us along the Thames Promenade, from Big Ben, all the way down, to the White Tower of London. Don't put your camera down because one perfect scenery after the next awaits you on this route. Including: Westminster Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, National Theatre, London Eye, London Aquarium, Royal Festival Hall, OXO Tower, Charing Cross Station, Hungerford Bridge, Waterloo Bridge, Shakespeare's Globe, Tate Modern, Tower Bridge and many, many, many more. Take a break at one of the street-stalls and relax on one of the artistically designed benches right next to our beloved river or order lunch in Borough Market. Hear exciting, funny and terrifying stories about this extraordinary place in London.This particular walk will take us approximately 3-4 hours.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

South Kensington

Enjoy a walk through the wealthiest part of London and admire some of the city’s most stunning buildings. Take a photo with the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Palace and the Natural History Museum.Have a peek into the famous Victoria & Albert and enjoy a pint at the ‘Churchill Arms’ or, if you prefer, a cup of coffee at Harrods. Take a stroll through Hyde Park and, if you are still up to it, visit the Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill.This particular walk will take us approximately 2.5 hours.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Ferocious Queens, beheaded Kings and document-forging monks are your thing? Then Westminster is the place for you to go. Your guide will show you the church, where all the Kings and Queens of England and Great Britain were crowned. The Houses of Parliament where the Lords and Commons fight for law and order to this day, and the palace where the King resides - well, most of the time. But Westminster also offers the most beautiful parks, hidden snickelways and first-class pubs. Enjoy your Italian coffee while watching the King's Guard parade down The Mall. Stroll with herons and pelicans and snap a selfie with the squirrels of London.This particular walk will take us approximately 2 hours.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

West End

Broadway or West End? London or New York? Which theatre world would impress you the most? We'll let you be the judge of that. Let your guide introduce you to the neighbourhood of fame and beauty, avant garde and glitterworld. This stunning little corner of London is host to over 80 theatres that - despite their outrageous prices - are booked out every single night. From King Lear to the Lion King, from Falstaff to Frozen, you'll find them all here. Discover Soho, Seven Dials and Chinatown, the hidden gems of the West End, take a stroll through the famous Covent Garden and have lunch in the French Quarter - Magnifique!This particular walk will take us approximately 2.5 hours.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple

Discover the secret world of the Knights Templar and learn all about the church that sent a king "outre mer". Take a stroll through the centre of law and order and learn about the role played by the kings and queens of England in this power game. Walk along the magnificent Royal Courts of Justice, buy some tea at the very first Twinings and hear the beautiful story of a business enterprise that went to war against the Empress of India - and lost it all. In the famous Fleet Street you will learn why in London the pen is still mightier than the sword and how it came to be that all these powerful newspapers could be found on one street only. Our way takes us past the famous "Old Bailey" to the Guild Hall and after a nice cup of tea we head off to take a good look at a 2000 year old Roman Amphitheatre.This particular walk will take us approximately 1-2 hours.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

City of London

The Romans called it Londinium, we call it the City of London. The famous Square Mile is a world all by itself and a money-making machine. The City boasts a unique charm and some of the most famous buildings in England. Next to Christopher Wren’s St. Paul’s Cathedral and the famous Bank of England with the breathtaking Mansion house you will find several famous Courts, dazzling Sky-Scrapers and of course the beautiful Leaden Hall Market. Take the elevator to get on top of the One New Change and enjoy a drink while your guide will point out to you all the famous buildings of London. Or would you prefer the Sky Garden? Your guide will take you to the Millennium Bridge where you will enjoy a stunning view at The Globe and Tate modern. And why not round up the experience with a visit to Shakespeares’s famous pub?This particular walk will take us approximately 1-2 hours.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oxford Circus

Anyone who has been to Oxford Circus is familiar with the term: shop ‘til you drop. Take a good look around because you will find everything money can buy here in Mayfair. From high fashion to outlets, from a Michelin star restaurant to an American candy store. Grocery, jewellery, toys, clothing and accessories, a floor lamp or a tuxedo. You name it - we sell it. Or why not do something good for your soul - and your wallet - and treat yourself to an extensive window shopping tour? Enjoy a coffee in one of the pretty cafes on Regent Street before embarking on your Bond Street photo tour. Would you also like to see Queen Elizabeth II's birth street? No problem.No timelimit there, I'm afraid.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Take Your Time Private London Walking Tour?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Take Your Time Private London Walking Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Foto stops.
  • Hotel pickup.
  • Professional private guide.
  • Kid - loving guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • TFL transport fees [Oyster card or day ticket for Zone 1-2] (no more than 14 pounds).
  • Other attractions not included in the tour.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Take Your Time Private London Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Take Your Time Private London Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Foto stops
  • Hotel pickup
  • Professional private guide
  • Kid - loving guide
  • TFL transport fees [Oyster card or day ticket for Zone 1-2] (no more than 14 pounds)
  • Other attractions not included in the tour
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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