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Strolling the halls of the National Portrait Gallery is like taking a walk through British history, as you pass images of royals, politicians, and pop culture icons. When it opened in 1856, the gallery was the first of its kind. Now it houses the world’s biggest portrait collection, featuring more than 11,000 works.
St. Martin's Place, London, England, WC2H 0HE
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City Sightseeing London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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This hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour is the ultimate convenient way of exploring London’s top landmarks. Avoid the stress of navigating London’s underground system, and instead—simply hop on and off the bus at stops on its designated route. Potential stops include Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, Oxford Street, and The Shard.
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London Royal Parks Bike Tour including Hyde Park
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Discover the beauty and history of Royal London by bike on a morning or afternoon city tour. Enjoy a guided ride through Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, and St. James's Park. Cruise by the stately monuments such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, and view royal sites like Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, and the Princess Diana Memorial. Along the way, learn about London’s rich history and contemporary culture.
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London Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Discover many of London’s top attractions, all at your own pace—and enjoy an affordable and flexible way to explore the city—with this self-led audio walking tour. Upon booking, you’ll receive direct access to the audio guide in playlist form, no app downloads required. Explore only the landmarks that interest you most, and learn more about highlights like the British Library, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament, and more.
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London Private Layover Tour with a Local Guide: Tailored to Your Interests
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Why spend your Heathrow layover stuck in the airport food court when you can explore London’s top attractions? Take a 6-hour private tour of the capital and create a custom itinerary based on the things that interest you. Visit Big Ben, eat traditional fish and chips, stroll through Covent Garden, and more. Whatever you decide, your private guide is with you every step of the way to ensure an authentic English experience.
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Private Tour : 3 Amazing London Art Galleries 1 tour 1 guide
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Hear the stories behind historic works of art and learn more about the modern masters from your private guide on this tour of three incredible London art galleries. Explore works by da Vinci, Rembrandt and Van Gogh at the National Gallery; see impressive paintings of significant historical figures at the National Portrait Gallery; walk the vast Turbine Hall at Tate Modern. With your guide by your side, you don’t need to rely on gallery audio guides – just ask your guide all your questions!
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Bond with 007 in London - A spy mysteries tour ‘Licensed to Thrill’
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This is an ideal option for fans of spy thrillers—especially James Bond. Swap predictable sightseeing itineraries for something completely different—a spy-themed private tour around London that uncovers mysterious places linked to James Bond and other spies. The tour takes you to key London locations such as Downing Street, the National Gallery, Westminster, and Whitehall—with plenty of surprises and top-secret information along the way.
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City of Sin Sex Tour
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Discover a different side of London during a walking tour that focuses on the history of sex and love in England’s capital. An ideal choice for visitors seeking an alternative sightseeing experience, this walking tour takes you to off-the-beaten-path places such as former brothels and the Red Light District of the 18th century, and reveals stories that you’d never find in the guidebooks.
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National Portrait Gallery Tour
The gallery will be closed from mid-2020 to (planned) spring 2023 for a major refurbishment. During this time, parts of the collection will be displayed around the UK in a series of exhibitions and collaborations, with other international loan exhibitions.
This is a three-hour tour with an expert tour guide. Virtually hidden away behind the National Gallery, The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) is an art gallery in London housing a collection of portraits of historically important and famous British people for over four hundred years opening in 1856 where its first acquisition was possibly the oldest portrait of William Shakespeare. Find out more about the people who shaped Britain: meet Henry VIII and discover the fate of each of his six wives and Cardinal Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell, who won and lost power under him. We then visit the court of Queen Elizabeth I, and her favourite men Raleigh and Drake who plundered the Spanish and created England's first colonies.
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3 London Art Galleries with Private Local Guide - Tate Modern & National Gallery
Dive into the creative life of London on our private art tour. Be entertained by the stories behind the wonderful masterpieces and hear about modern artists as you follow our local expert guide. Discover the impressive works of well-known artists like Rembrandt, Van Gogh, da Vinci at the National Gallery.
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the significant persons’ paintings at the National Portrait Gallery. Feel the tug of modern and contemporary art at Tate Modern. As your guide will be right beside you, you don’t have to seek help from someone, all you have to do is ask, and you’ll get the answer.
• Get to your meeting point by any transportation
• Choose the time of the day, which would be good for you: morning or afternoon
• You won’t be left wondering: just ask your host about anything you’d like to know
• All three galleries are accessible for the tourists on a wheelchair
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$246.00
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Art in London Tour
Get a unique perspective of London on an art-focused tour that covers some of the capital’s major artistic institutions. You’ll benefit from the unique perspective of a London-raised professional artist as you explore the city’s galleries and museums in a quintessential black cab. Plus, all admission tickets are included.
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Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise
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Discover the grandeur of London aboard the open-top, double-decker Big Bus on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. With your 1-, 2-, or 3-day ticket, design a personal itinerary with stops including Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral and more. Enjoy unobstructed views and onboard commentary as you view the city’s highlights and upgrade to the fast-track London Eye option to get an aerial view of the city aboard the London Eye giant observation wheel. Hop off at Westminster Pier or Tower of London stop to enjoy a Thames River cruise.
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The London Pass®: Access 80+ attractions inc. Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Discover London’s top sights for one low price with The London Pass®. Choose from a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 10-day sightseeing credits package, and enjoy access to more than 80 attractions, visiting as many as you like each day. Your London Pass also lets you redeem credits on a Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour, a Thames River Cruise, London Bike rental, and more.
• Access over 80 things to do in London
• Choose between a 1-,2-,3-,4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 10-day credits package
• Save your London Pass on your mobile device and browse the included digital guide to help plan your itinerary
• Visit London’s best attractions including Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral or the London Zoo
And best of all, your London Pass is valid for 2 years from purchase date, and only activates when you exchange credits at any included attraction or tour. After that, your pass is valid for the remaining number of days purchased. So you can rest assured should your travel plans need to change!
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