London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience
London history experience

What you'll do

From the Tudors to the Windrush Generation, powerful tales of different times resonate throughout the city - but this is no average history lesson. From its beginnings over 2000 years ago - London was founded by the Romans - right through to today, see London’s past come to life as you visit historic landmarks. Maybe you’d like to explore the Tower of London and Shakespeare’s Globe theatre and imagine the city of Elizabethan times. Or perhaps discover what the city was like during WWII and descend into an out-of-use tube station where Londoners sheltered from the Blitz. But more than this, your host can share with you the histories that you don’t find in the British Museum, like the stories from the Black British Civil Rights movement.

Where you’ll go

Explore central London and discover the stories which helped shape London’s patchwork history. In central London, over 2000 years of history are concealed in plain sight - and most people walk right past, or over it. You could discover Aldwych tube station - disused but perfectly preserved - where Londoners hid from WWII bombings. Stroll past Cleopatra’s Needle on your way to cross the river, or head straight for the historic south bank and explore landmarks like the 1000-year-old Borough Market - via Blackfriars Bridge, which was the setting of a Black British Civil Rights march in the 80s. 

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Marathi, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Learn about London's past with a host who is passionate about its history
  • See the history of the city reveal itself as you explore some secret spots as well as historic landmarks
  • Follow your host to some of London's most significant sights such as the old grounds of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
  • Learn more about the historic silk trade history of Spitalfields or visit the very pub where Dickens drank
  • Hear histories of London’s people which reveal the real history of the city
  • Get recommendations for more fascinating spots to discover - in such a historic so you couldn’t possibly see all of them in just 3 hours!

Things to know

What’s included

  • 3-hour experience
  • Private and personalized
  • Start when you like
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Transport costs
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • COVID-19 Flexible Policy: you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Astrid was a wonderful guide. She took us to many areas of London and gave us lots of tips and insights into places to visit and great restaurants. We saw several neighborhoods and some fun markets. It was our first morning in London and Astrid got us off on the right foot, showing us fun places and giving us history as we went. We loved every minute of this tour. Astrid knew and shared so much information that we would have never gotten without her. It was the perfect start to a great week in London!

    February 2020

    Barbara K

    Wonderful! 5*! Ana Maria is a thoughtful knowledgeable guide who has a passion for the amazing city of London! Cannot wait to book another tour with her.

    November 2019

    Susan R

    Lovely time lovely guide relaxed friendly and helpful.

    February 2019

    Vanessa P

    I have always been passionate about history. Travelling with my teenage son I was after a tour which could be interesting for me and not boring for him. I found CityUnscripted online and this is exactly what we needed. Elle knew loads of facts and showed us interesting places. She is young and charming and she made the itinerary fun also for my son Leo. She came up with suggestions and since time was too short to do everything she thought of we extended the time with her by an extra hour. Thank you Elle for the great experience and your flexibility!

    March 2018

    Chris P

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