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London Tours and Experiences

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Featured experiences in London

Free Jack the Ripper Tour: London’s Most Notorious Mystery

Free Jack the Ripper Tour: London’s Most Notorious Mystery

Choose this tour for a vivid, performance-led journey through one of London’s most infamous unsolved cases. Your professional actor-guide brings the streets of 1888 to life through dramatic storytelling, historical evidence and carefully reconstructed events. Rather than focusing only on the killer, the tour explores the lives of the victims, the challenges faced by Victorian police and the media frenzy that shaped the legend. You will walk the real locations, examine competing theories and leave with a deeper understanding of the people, evidence and social conditions behind the mystery.

5.0(240)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Language: English
  • Meeting point: Meet outside Tower Hill Station at the food truck called Tower Hill Tram in Trinity Square, London. Look for the guide holding a red umbrella.
  • Next start time: Today at 18:30
Misguided Tour of London: A FREE Walking Tour

Misguided Tour of London: A FREE Walking Tour

This is not tourism, it's COUNTER-TOURISM! We swim against the current. Where the belief replaces cold, dry facts. Drink gin in Gin Alley. Plant sunflower seeds to Van Gogh. Send an unwanted postcard. Recite a Brutalist poem. Have fun. Find love. Expect nothing short of an epiphany

Be among the first to book this experience.
  • Duration: 1h 15m
  • Language: English
  • Meeting point: I will be on the steps wearing a flat cap and carrying a shoulder bag. Unmistakable. I might look 65, but I'm actually only 64. Message me if you're going to be late.
  • Next start time: Sep 12 at 15:00
Chocolate Tasting Tour

Chocolate Tasting Tour

Led by former Coffee and Cocoa trader with extensive knowledge of the Cocoa industry, my father and uncle were also Coffee and Cocoa traders and my wife is from Colombia south America where the finest Artisan Coffee is grown.

5.0(1)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Language: English
  • Meeting point: We meet outside Green Park Underground station on Piccadilly South side exit so opposite M&S shop and under the bus shelter see pic.
  • Next start time: Sep 13 at 12:30
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Jack the Ripper Mystery Walks

Jack the Ripper Mystery Walks

Paul the tour guide is a Ripperologist with over 25 years experience as a London tour guide and has helped in the making of four TV documentaries on the Ripper. And has worked in Fraud and anti-money laundering.

5.0(28)
  • Duration: 1h 40m
  • Language: English
  • Meeting point: We meet outside Aldgate underground station on Aldgate high street EC3N 1AH on the Circle line or Metropolitan line. Don't goto Aldgate East Station its a different station nearby. See picture of station.
  • Next start time: Sep 11 at 19:00
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Why explore London with a local guide?

  • Insider stories

    Hear local history and hidden details you won't find in guidebooks.

  • Smarter sightseeing

    Explore major sights with practical routing and timing tips.

  • Support local

    Your booking supports independent guides and local operators.

  • Authentic insights

    Discover neighborhoods, traditions, food, and culture through local eyes.

A short story of London

A short story of London

London combines royal landmarks, historic streets, diverse neighborhoods, and centuries of change. Explore with a local guide to connect its history, culture, famous sights, and everyday city life.

Plan your visit to London

  • Best time to visit

    Spring and early autumn offer pleasant weather and generally manageable crowds.

  • Getting around

    Walk between nearby sights and use the Tube or buses for longer distances.

  • What to wear

    Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light waterproof layer for changing weather.

  • Booking tips

    Reserve popular tours and attractions in advance, especially on weekends.

London at a glance

Essential info to help you plan your trip and enjoy the best of London

Currency

Pound sterling (£)

Main language

English

Best time to visit

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct

Walking intensity

Moderate to high

Typical tour duration

1.5–3 hours

Family-friendly tours

Options available

Local guides and tour operators in London

Meet independent local guides and trusted tour operators offering experiences in London

London with a Local Tours

London with a Local Tours

Fletch Fletcher

Fletch Fletcher

Paul Mansfield

Paul Mansfield

Reviews of tours in London

Read recent reviews from travelers who booked tours and experiences in London.

Frequently asked questions about tours in London

We recommend booking popular tours in London ahead of time, especially during peak season. Some free walking tours may also have same-day availability.

Most walking tours are family-friendly. Check each tour page for age guidance, walking pace, accessibility, and whether strollers are practical.

Many tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact cancellation terms are shown on each tour page before booking.

Available languages depend on the guide and tour. Use the language filter to find tours and experiences in your preferred language.

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