Top United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours

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No problem. These United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours include Hotel Pickup: Mad Day Out Beatles Taxi Tours in Liverpool, England The Premier Classic London: Private Black Cab Tour Inc Pickup The Hidden Cotswolds: Small Group (max 8 guests) from Bath The Ultimate Private Beatles Tour of Liverpool The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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City & Secrets: Explore London's Hidden Gems

Join us on a serene bike tour through London's quiet streets, uncovering its historical tapestry. Our route takes you to both famous landmarks and hidden …More

London, England

5.0 (57)

City & Secrets: Explore London's Hidden Gems

Join us on a serene bike tour through London's quiet streets, uncovering its historical tapestry. Our route takes you to both famous landmarks and hidden...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (57)

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$89

Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (18)

Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (18)

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$121

Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide

Setting off from Douglas we head north to Laxey and visit the famous Lady Isabella Water Wheel - onto King Orrys Grave for our first …More

5.0 (22)

Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide

Setting off from Douglas we head north to Laxey and visit the famous Lady Isabella Water Wheel - onto King Orrys Grave for our first...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

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$560

Turmoil, Templars & Oliver Twist London's Squalor and Splendour

Travel through two thousand years of history, meeting Saxons, the Knights Templar, Charles Dickens, Freemasons, and the Bow Street Runners! On our guided walking tour …More

London, England

5.0 (44)

Turmoil, Templars & Oliver Twist London's Squalor and Splendour

Travel through two thousand years of history, meeting Saxons, the Knights Templar, Charles Dickens, Freemasons, and the Bow Street Runners! On our guided walking tour...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (44)

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$27

Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

This tour offers a unique blend of Scottish history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four of Scotland's most …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (54)

Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

This tour offers a unique blend of Scottish history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four of Scotland's most...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (54)

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$877

LONDON Westminster Private Walking Tour fully flexible

This is a bespoke walking experience taking you through the City of Westminster and to the City of London visiting many noteworthy sites to tick …More

London, England

5.0 (44)

LONDON Westminster Private Walking Tour fully flexible

This is a bespoke walking experience taking you through the City of Westminster and to the City of London visiting many noteworthy sites to tick...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (44)

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$411

All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King …More

Middlesbrough, England

5.0 (21)

Durham Full City Tour

All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$31

St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a …More

South Queensferry, Scotland

5.0 (38)

St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (38)

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$193

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

Beginning at one of Glasgow's oldest and most impressive structures, Glasgow Cathedral, you’ll embark on a journey through the very best of Glasgow. Moving into …More

South Queensferry, Scotland

5.0 (21)

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

Beginning at one of Glasgow's oldest and most impressive structures, Glasgow Cathedral, you’ll embark on a journey through the very best of Glasgow. Moving into...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$193

Royal Tour of St James', Parks, Palaces and Royal intrigue

This private walking tour covers the area of St James' known unofficially as London's Royal Village because of its many royal connections. We wander past …More

London, England

5.0 (19)

Royal Tour of St James', Parks, Palaces and Royal intrigue

This private walking tour covers the area of St James' known unofficially as London's Royal Village because of its many royal connections. We wander past...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$245

Westminster Small Group Guided Tour with Changing of the Guard

This two in one experience allows you to visit some of London’s most iconic sites alongside our expert guide in addition to attending the world …More

London, England

5.0 (49)

Westminster Small Group Guided Tour with Changing of the Guard

This two in one experience allows you to visit some of London’s most iconic sites alongside our expert guide in addition to attending the world...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (49)

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$112

The best way to see London is from an iconic London Black Cab. Add to this a qualified driver/guide and you have the full package. …More

London, England

5.0 (51)

6 Hour Private London Sightseeing Tour

The best way to see London is from an iconic London Black Cab. Add to this a qualified driver/guide and you have the full package....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (51)

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$673

Full day London Private Tour, with your own Black Cab Tour Guide

THERE IS MODERATE WALKING INVOLVED , SO IF ANYONE HAS ISSUES WALKING, OR PREFERS NOT TO, I RECOMMEND BOOKING MY 4 HOUR TOUR See all …More

London, England

5.0 (24)

Full day London Private Tour, with your own Black Cab Tour Guide

THERE IS MODERATE WALKING INVOLVED , SO IF ANYONE HAS ISSUES WALKING, OR PREFERS NOT TO, I RECOMMEND BOOKING MY 4 HOUR TOUR See all...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (24)

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$1,072

Money and Power in the City Sightseeing Tour

Gossipy Tour exploring the key personalities and organisations that created London's financial district. We first find out about the Roman and Medieval past of the …More

London, England

5.0 (15)

Money and Power in the City Sightseeing Tour

Gossipy Tour exploring the key personalities and organisations that created London's financial district. We first find out about the Roman and Medieval past of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$45

London Full-Day Private Tour with Westminster Abbey Tickets

Get ready to enjoy London on this complete private full-day tour. Discover with your local guide the highlights of central London. Explore Soho and Chinatown. …More

London, England

4.7 (23)

London Full-Day Private Tour with Westminster Abbey Tickets

Get ready to enjoy London on this complete private full-day tour. Discover with your local guide the highlights of central London. Explore Soho and Chinatown....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (23)

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$122

Historical City of London Private Sightseeing Day Tour

This 8 hour private guided tour will take you to the amazing and historical capital city of the United Kingdom, London. See all the famous …More

London, England

5.0 (46)

Historical City of London Private Sightseeing Day Tour

This 8 hour private guided tour will take you to the amazing and historical capital city of the United Kingdom, London. See all the famous...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (46)

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$1,364

Private London City Tour: Top Sights with Local Expert

Get ready to discover the highlights and hidden gems of London in a unique private tour, ideal to quickly get in touch with the essence …More

London, England

4.9 (23)

Private London City Tour: Top Sights with Local Expert

Get ready to discover the highlights and hidden gems of London in a unique private tour, ideal to quickly get in touch with the essence...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (23)

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$38

Leeds Castle Canterbury and Dover Private Tour from London

This Tour offers a captivating journey through some of England's most iconic and historic landmarks. Leeds Castle: Known as the "loveliest castle in the world", …More

London, England

5.0 (74)

Leeds Castle Canterbury and Dover Private Tour from London

This Tour offers a captivating journey through some of England's most iconic and historic landmarks. Leeds Castle: Known as the "loveliest castle in the world",...

11 hours

5.0 (74)

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$383

Isle of Skye from Inverness Private Tour

One day private tour from the Inverness area to the Isle of Skye. You will be guided by a local in a kilt. You will …More

Inverness, Scotland

5.0 (34)

Isle of Skye from Inverness Private Tour

One day private tour from the Inverness area to the Isle of Skye. You will be guided by a local in a kilt. You will...

9 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (34)

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$1,159

St Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife Private Tour from Glasgow

Join us on a private tour of the Kingdom of Fife from Glasgow. Marvel at the UNESCO Forth Bridge spanning the river forth. Visit the …More

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (20)

St Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife Private Tour from Glasgow

Join us on a private tour of the Kingdom of Fife from Glasgow. Marvel at the UNESCO Forth Bridge spanning the river forth. Visit the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (20)

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$737

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours are:

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Which United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which United Kingdom Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more United Kingdom trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in United Kingdom?