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Delve into London’s rich musical history on a magical mystery tour of the capital’s rock ‘n’ roll sites. With a knowledgeable guide, tour the vibrant city in a luxury minivan and visit renowned clubs, famous hotels, and record labels associated with rock ‘n’ roll legends like The Beatles, Jimmy Page, and Bill Wyman. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 16 people.

The vast quantity of art within London’s National Gallery makes exploring the museum independently an intimidating feat. This private tour of the National Gallery ensures you see all of the collection’s highlights, giving you the opportunity to admire masterpieces and artistic techniques you may have missed when browsing aimlessly. Your guide will lead you to iconic works by Van Gogh, Botticelli, Monet and Rembrandt, while offering insight into the lives of the painters. Plus, receive undivided attention from your guide and customize the itinerary according to your preferences.

Enter the magical world of Harry Potter, everyone’s favorite boy wizard, on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London—The Making of Harry Potter. First, travel to Oxford and visit the Bodleian Library, Christ Church College, and other famous University of Oxford buildings. Then, wander around original sets, see costumes and props worn by Dumbledore, Hagrid, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and others, and uncover the on-screen wizardry used to bring J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books to the silver screen. Round-trip coach transportation from London is included.

See a different side of London on a private 2-hour tour of the East End, renowned for its provocative urban art and international cuisine. Alongside your private guide, you’ll visit eclectic locations such as Whitechapel Gallery, Brick Lane, and the Ten Bells Pub, reputedly frequented by Jack the Ripper. Plus, you’ll see street art by Banksy and other cutting-edge artists, all the while receiving undivided attention from your personal guide.

With this carefully curated tour of the Tate Modern, anyone can get a expert art dealer’s perspective on the collection’s most puzzling and provocative pieces. Whether you're an artist yourself or simply curious, learn a new way of looking at conceptual art from a passionate guide with degrees in art history and museology.

Marvel at the world-class contemporary and modern art, whilst also being impressed by the stunning architecture of this converted power station building. Your personal professional guide will explain the history of the gallery and uncover the collections unmissable highlights, as well as accompanying you to the Tate viewing platform for an unrivalled view over London's famous skyline. Learn about movements as diverse as Dada, Impressionism, De Stijl, Cubism and Abstract Expressionism whilst discovering art from Picasso, Braque, Kandinsky, Monet, Degas, Rothko, Lichtenstein, Mondrian, and cutting edge contemporary artists. Works to be seen include Marcel Duchamp's Fountain, Picasso's Three Dancers, Mark Rothko's Seagram Murals, Claude Monet's Waterlillies, Salvador Dali's Autumnal Cannibalism, and Cildo Meireles Tower of Babble. This is a private tour just for your group, and so customisable by your interests.

Street artists from all over the World leave an ever changing kaleidoscope of energy and creativity on the walls of Shoreditch. Shoreditch Street Art Tours provides the best tours of London's street art. Explore the culture, the artists, the locations, the methods and the stories that have made Shoreditch being the greatest epicentre for street art in the world. Shoreditch Street Art Tours' principal guide Dave ran his first street art tours in 2008, no street art tours have been running that long. We are the top rated street art tour on Tripadvisor in London. Shoreditch Street Art Tour’s guide is a pure street art specialist who has spent nearly 20 years exploring, photographing, writing about and critiquing this exciting art scene. Shoreditch Street Art Tours will deliver an articulate and enthralling revelation of the best street art, whether it is huge murals, stencils, paste ups or small stickers.

Add a unique edge to your souvenir photos, by turning your lens to London’s eye-popping street art on this 4-hour walking tour. Follow your private guide, a professional photographer, through the backstreets and secret hideouts of colorful Shoreditch and discover the inspired creations of famous street artists like Roa, Eine, Stik and Shepard Fairey. With expert one-to-one tuition and insider tips, you’ll be sure to get some killer shots, as well as learning all about the art scene in London’s East End.

Delve into London’s legendary rock music history on this morning, afternoon or full-day tour. Hop aboard your coach and check off the English capital’s top rock ‘n’ roll landmarks, from ‘Tin Pan Alley,’ where the Rolling Stones cut their first record, to the famous Abbey Road zebra crossing. This small-group tour is limited to just 16 participants, ensuring a more intimate experience with personalized attention from the guide.

Immerse yourself in the magic and mystery of Harry Potter™ with a ful-day behind-the-scenes experience at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - the Making of Harry Potter. Enjoy round-trip transportation by luxury coach from London Victoria, and spend roughly four hours exploring the spellbinding film sets independently. See the Gothic grandeur of the Ministry of Magic, walk Diagon Alley, snap photos at iconic locations such as Platform 9 ¾ and the Hogwarts Express, and admire intricate costumes and props used in the movies.

Snap stunning photos of London at night with the help of your professional photographer guide on this roughly three hour tour around the city. Get personalized coaching from your guide tailored to your skill level, learning how to do things like shoot in low light and with long exposure. Walk across the Thames and explore the river’s north and south banks, including landmarks like the London Eye and the Tower Bridge.

Explore the National Gallery — one of the most visited art museums in the world — on this private, 2.5- to 3-hour tour. With your specialist art historian leading the way, make a beeline for the gallery’s most impressive works. Get up close to Flemish masterpieces by Van Eyck and Rubens, and admire works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other Italian greats. See, too, French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings by Picasso, Cezanne, and Monet. Along the way, learn about the pieces you see and the artists who painted them.

The Beatles may be from Liverpool, but it was London that made their name. Check off the city’s essential Beatles locations direct from your door in your personal black cab with private guide on this classic London tour. Visit the London Palladium, a Beatle’s home, the famous Abbey Road crossing, the gallery where John fmet Yoko, the courthouse where one Beatle spent the night in the cells, and more.

Journey through London’s darkest days with an entrance ticket to the London Dungeon. This chilling sensory experience includes elaborate staging, interactive attractions, and engaging performances. Witness gruesome scenes including the horrors of London’s notorious killers, the putrescence of the Great Plague, and the Great Fire of 1666. The stout of heart may choose to step into the shoes of a victim on the gallows on 'Drop Dead: Drop Ride!'

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!

Play a city game where you walk in the footsteps of one of Britain’s greatest writers, Charles Dickens. You will learn about Dickens’s rags to riches life story and discover the locations that inspired his stories, from pickpockets’ lairs, prisons and courts, to historic pubs and hidden alleyways. Are you ready for an adventure in Dickens’ London? Highlights: Learn about Dickens’s extraordinary life, from child labourer to celebrated writer. Explore the once brutal and crime-ridden streets of Clerkenwell and the stately legal district of Holborn where Dickens studied and worked. Discover the darkened bars and inns where lawyers once jostled with scoundrels and Dickens met the colourful characters that would crowd his novels. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt.

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.

This tour guides you along the most prominent and leading art galleries of London. From established art galleries to emerging art spaces. Join the tour to discover the unique state of the modern art and contemporary London.

Welcome to our cool night-themed tours for students and youth that love to party!!! Here at iheartlondontours we understand how hard it can be to find chill vibes on a good night out but we’ve got the solution to that problem with our amazing nightlife tour for a trip advisor exclusive price. This exciting tour starts at Old Street Station and we’ll take you to explore Shoreditch; the best place in London for those that enjoy the night scene. We’ll be visiting 12 different clubs and pubs including; starting with McQueen, you’ll get to see what’s exciting about a night out in London. We’ll also make our way around XOYO, Floripa, Hoxton 7, the Village underground, The Hoxton Pony, Strongroom bar, CARGO and the Blues Kitchen, Sunset bar, Old Street Records and Trafik. Our tour will end at Oval Space, an iconic area which is just as stunning as it is fun, from there you will have the opportunity to enjoy the rest of your night at any of our visited destinations.

Enter the world of Harry Potter™ when you’re in London at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. With convenient transportation from the city to the studio, this Harry Potter tour introduces you to all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more. Select a departure time when booking.

Make the most of your time in London with tours of two of its flagship museums: the National Gallery and British Museum. Explore the National Gallery, home to one of the world’s greatest paintings collections, seeing masterpieces such as Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers.’ Plus, let your guide introduce you to some of the must-see ancient and medieval treasures at the British Museum. Both museums are free to enter.

This family-friendly tour reveals London locations used to film scenes from the world-renowned Harry Potter movies. Exploring the city with a guide means that you’ll be party to insider info and movie trivia that you won’t find in the guide books, and you don't have to worry about getting lost among the central London crowds.

London is steeped in atmosphere, so capture the city’s visual richness on a photography tour. Bring your camera and join a professional photographer guide on a walking tour through photogenic backstreets and hidden corners. Gain insight into British history while getting pro tips on composition, lighting, and more to create your own personal portfolio of London through the lens.

Trace the legacy of the Fab Four, and enjoy a passport back in time to 1960s London, on this private, half-day tour. Meet your guide at your accommodation or a pickup point of your choosing, and travel in the comfort of a classic black cab. You’ll visit buzzing neighborhoods like Soho and Marylebone, will learn Beatles-related history from your guide, and will even make a stop at the famed Abbey Road Studios.