Join this tour of Whitehall and see where the Kings and Queens of England lived, loved and died.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group
- Limited to 6 participants
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
Waterstones
Charing Cross, London
Sightseeing, Walk, Safety briefing (5 minutes)
Trafalgar Square
Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)
Whitehall, London
Photo stop, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)
Houses of Parliament
Photo stop, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)
Westminster Abbey
Photo stop, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)
Finish at:
Westminster Abbey
Main stop
Other stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Explore the site where the largest royal palace once stood.
- Admire the Stuart gem where Shakespeare premiered his plays.
- Follow the footsteps of the love-torn king doomed to be executed.
- Learn where Henry VIII married Anne Boleyn.
Full description
Be amazed with the tales of Kings and Queens while walking around the home of British Monarchy.
Visit the iconic locations that hide many secrets from a thousand-year old monarchy of the British Isles.
What did William Conquer? Why are Tudors important? Who was Edward the Confessor? Let’s talk all things monarchy.
Learn where Charles I lost his head, where Henry VIII married Anne Boleyn and where Shakespeare premiered some of his plays.
Especially recommended for the fans of Royal Period Dramas such as 'The Tudors', 'Becoming Elizabeth', 'Gunpowder', 'The White Queen' et al.
Every walk is limited to six attendees.
Please wear comfy shoes and bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
Includes
- The walking tour takes place outside and does not include visits to places of interest.
- Hotel pick-up, food, drinks and gratuities are not included.
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Children under 13 years
- Wheelchair users
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meeting point
Please meet at the entrance to Waterstones bookshop, Trafalgar Sq, WC2N 5EJ, UK. Your guide will be a quirky short lady.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- This tour will take place rain or shine.
- We are walking outside for the entire two hours, so please bring an umbrella, just in case.
- A bottle of water is recommended to stay hydrated. There will be toilets in Trafalgar Square, however, their opening hours are subject to change.