Whitehall Tours and Activities

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 Big London Day Out option to get an aerial view of the city aboard the London Eye giant observation wheel. Hop off to enjoy a Thames River cruise, currently operating Friday to Sunday only.

The Tower of London and Westminster Abbey are two of London’s most impressive must-see attractions, but the entry queues can be long. On this tour, save valuable sightseeing time with skip-the-line entry and head straight inside with your guide. Learn the history of Parliament Square and Trafalgar Square on a walking visit, and stop at Buckingham Palace, Nelson’s Column, and more.

Experience London’s royal highlights on this sightseeing tour by coach, including the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Take a panoramic tour of the city with your guide, passing Kensington Palace and Westminster Abbey. You'll also see Trafalgar Square and Big Ben, and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Upgrade to include an open-date ticket for the London Eye.

Explore London on a full-day private tour and see the best the city has to offer. Visit key landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and a few famous filming locations as you listen to informative commentary from your guide about the history of London. Customize the tour to your preferences and interests and create your own perfect tour of London with your guide.

Step back in time to a London of another era—and learn all about the city’s espionage and wartime histories—on this full-day tour. Set off from a convenient location in Central London. You’ll visit Whitehall’s memorials, see where Churchill delivered a pivotal speech, and discover the building where D-Day was planned. Then, follow in the footsteps of famous spies, learn about double agents, and see the MI5 and MI6 headquarters.

Marvel over royal monuments, architectural masterpieces and iconic landmarks on this 3-hour walking tour of London. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you stroll around Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus; snap photos of Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben; and stand in awe before the magnificent Buckingham Palace. For the full experience, upgrade to include a visit to St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.

Fans of "Downton Abbey" don't want to miss the chance to see London filming locations from the TV series. This private walking tour takes you to top attractions such as Hyde Park as well as lesser-known city sights where Lady Mary and other characters filmed scenes, providing a behind-the-scenes look at how the show was made. You'll also see locations from "Mr Selfridge" and "The Halcyon," two other British period dramas.

Optimize your time in the British capital on a private full-day tour, zipping between landmarks by traditional black cab for an authentic London experience. Discover iconic highlights such as the London Eye, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace and enjoy plenty of stops for pictures or a closer look. Benefit from your guide’s personalized recommendations to add additional stops according to your interests.

The British Museum is one of the UK’s largest and most visited museums, chronicling over two million years of human history. Make the most of your visit on this small-group tour, then marvel at London’s historic monuments on a guided walking tour, including Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and the Houses of Parliament.

Discover the movie magic that kept 007 in action happened during this private walking tour of James Bond filming locations. Meet your guide and go at your own pace visiting filming locations from Skyfall, Goldeneye, and other films. See how real-life spy work is done with a visit to parts of Whitehall and learn about the most infamous murder in Cold War spy history.

If you’re interested in the history of World War II then look no further than this wartime tour of London, which proves the ideal choice for history buffs. In a small group that ensures you receive personalized attention, you’ll visit top London attractions such as Whitehall and Parliament Square, and learn about their significance to WWII.

Don’t visit London landmarks and listen to commentary that doesn’t interest you. Set your own itinerary and explore London your way on a private half- or full-day tour of England’s capital. Tick off all of the attractions on your personal checklist and take advantage of your private guide’s local insight by visiting hidden gems and unknown corners of the city. Choose the start time and meeting point of your tour and receive the undivided attention of your guide throughout. 

Make the most of your layover at Heathrow when you embark on a seamless, half-day tour of London. After landing, meet your chauffeur at any Heathrow terminal, and set off in a luxurious private vehicle. Your sightseeing is up to you: choose to explore the highlights of Westminster, drive along the Thames, glimpse the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and more. Disembark where and when you please (entrance fees at landmarks are an additional expense) before returning to the airport.

Calling all fans of Harry Potter’s wizarding world, this private tour takes you to London locations featured in the magical film franchise. In an iconic London black taxi, you’ll visit Gringott’s Bank, see Millennium Bridge, destroyed by Death Eaters in the ‘Deathly Hallows’ film, and pose for photographs at Platform 9 ¾ at Kings Cross Rail Station. As well as regaling you with Harry Potter trivia, your private driver-guide also offers history- and culture-rich commentary about London. Receive undivided attention on this private tour. 

With two years of extensive training, Blue Badge guides are some of the most qualified tour operators in London and are the only external guides permitted to show visitors around major attractions like Westminster Abbey. This full-day Blue Badge tour of London, which comes with a guarantee to skip long lines, is ideal for travelers seeking a world-class British history lesson without the wait.

Visit three of London’s top royal landmarks—and receive pre-booked tickets for Madame Tussauds and the London Eye—on this seamless tour. Following central London pickup, travel to the Westminster Abbey (the site of numerous royal weddings and other ceremonies), visit Kensington Palace (the former home of Princess Diana), and venture to Buckingham Palace to see the famed Changing of the Guard ceremony. After the tour ends, you can visit Madame Tussauds and the London Eye at your leisure.

Gain a better understanding of London’s history, which stretches back to Roman times, on this walking tour of the city. Follow your guide around as he or she tells you interesting facts and tidbits about the past, and stop by well-known places, such as the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, 10 Downing Street, and Trafalgar Square. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you spend an intimate day with a small group of like-minded history buffs.

See London’s landmarks after dark without the strict schedules of a group tour. Hop on your Big Bus at Stop 21, the Victoria Stand, and experience our evening tour full of striking sights and photo opportunities. In the month of December, enjoy the added bonus of London's Christmas lights. With audio commentary available on board in 12 different languages, learn more about the English capital – its history, its culture, its vibrant nightlife – as you explore.

Lose yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter on this private 3-hour walking tour of London. Visit the real-life inspirations and filming locations of the Harry Potter movies, including the Leaky Cauldron, Diagon Alley, the Ministry of Magic, and the Ollivanders Wand Shop, and follow in the footsteps of characters such as Harry, Hermione, and Hagrid. Hotel pickup is included.

History buffs will be delighted by this historical tour of London, including the highlights of the British Museum. Alongside your private guide, witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, and see iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Ensure you don’t miss the best of the British Museum on a guided tour of its 8 million-strong collection of artifacts. Private tour ensures undivided attention and the opportunity to customize your itinerary.   

Ideal for history enthusiasts, this private history tour of London allows you to discover landmarks and legends that have shaped the modern capital. Alongside your guide, stroll through Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, and amble past Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament. History-rich commentary reveals the prosperous, and often turbulent, past of London. Relish the opportunity to customize your itinerary and receive undivided attention from your personal guide on this private tour.

The City of London and the City of Westminster are two of London’s most historic districts and home to many of the capital’s most famous landmarks. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide and enjoy a custom-made itinerary. Visit sights like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey; explore Covent Garden, Soho, and Trafalgar Square; then stop for a drink (own expense) at a traditional English pub.

Guided by a Harry Potter enthusiast and highly experienced leader of tours with children, you will get the chance to relive some unforgettable moments from one of the most successful series of books and films ever while visiting a selection of famous locations in one of the most iconic cities in the world. Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, the Millennium Bridge and Kings Cross Station all await you on this fantastic tour, perfect for Harry Potter fans young and old.

Immerse yourself in Harry Potter fandom with this multi-stop private tour focused on the wizarding world's filming locations. With private round-trip transportation provided, it will be easy to squeeze lots of stops into just a half-day. You'll see the Platform 9 and 3/4 (Kings Cross Station), Diagon Alley (Leadenhall Market), and other famous sites.