Discover the epicentre of British democracy during World War II as you explore Westminster and Churchill's War Room. See where decisions were made and plans were laid to repel the German invasion.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Elizabeth – United States

Richard our guide was wonderful . He gave us a great introduction to the history of WW2 in England and added many helpful stories. This all was great introduction to understand the Churchill War Rooms.

Helen – Australia

Nathan our guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain interest backstories about monuments and statues which I would have otherwise just walked past. He was a great communicator

Highlights

Keep calm and carry on for this walking tour of Westminster in WW2
See world-famous sights such as Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Downing Street
Discover the life and legacy of Churchill
Hassle-free entrance to the world-famous bunkers known as Churchill’s War Rooms
Engaging for all age groups

Full description

It’s time to go back to the 1940s. Big Ben no longer sounds. Air raid sirens are the norm. German bombing raids come under cover of darkness. The population lives with rations and restrictions. Many Brits lay down their lives in Europe and beyond.

With your local expert guide, you will keep calm and carry on, learning about the British resolve and getting the inside scoop on the truth behind Westminster in wartime on this walking tour past important monuments like the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the Cenotaph, Ministry of War, 10 Downing Street and Whitehall.

After your Westminster small group experience, bid your new-found friend and guide a fond farewell to descend into the War Rooms. At your own pace, discover the miles of strategic bunkers where Winston Churchill and his cabinet were to conduct their part in WW2. This unforgettable location is frozen in time and ready to be discovered once again.

Includes

Shared group or private tour
Guided walking tour of the City of Westminster
English-speaking local expert guide
Small groups of 15 people or fewer
Entrance to Churchill’s War Rooms
Audio guide in the War Rooms

Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food and drinks

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet our guide by the Boadicea and Her Daughters Statue outside Westminster Station, Exit 2. Please follow the signs for Exit 2 Victoria Embankment, and then take the stairs up to street level to Victoria Embankment. The group will be meeting at the top of the stairs next to The Boadicea and Her Daughters Statue. Your guide will be holding Urban Saunters orange tour sign.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Umbrella
Water
Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

Baby strollers
Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

All visitors must pass through security.
This tour will take place rain or shine.

London: London in WW2 and Churchill War Rooms Entrance