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Secret Old London Tour

1.5 HOUR TOUR
Barbican
4-20 PEOPLE
£18.00

Walking through the ancient streets of London

Walking through the most ancient part of London, you'll discover the remains of historic churches, gorgeous old pubs, and Tudor architecture.

These quiet streets have witnessed some of the most extraordinary and bloody moments in British history, from the Blitz, the Great Fire, Plague and Executions.

See the memorials to Protestant Martyrs burnt alive by Bloody Mary Tudor; find out how William Wallace met his end, and locate London's most significant Black Death cemetery.

But its not all blood and guts, as we will pass through the most gorgeous Tudor gateway in the City, explore alleyways barely touched in 400 years and see the church used in Four Weddings and a Funeral.

You'll be taken within the shell of a church destroyed in the Blitz, and be led into the park which displays the most touching memorial to self sacrifice you could possibly imagine.

The walk lasts 1.5 hours and will leave a lasting impression of a different side to London's extraordinary history.
Walk through the graveyard of a 900 year old medieval church.
Visit the extraordinary Postman's Park - London’s memorial to everyday heroism
Stand above London's Roman Ampitheatre.
Discover a major Black Death burial ground
Stand within the shell of Christchurch Greyfriars, the church destroyed in WW2

Do you have an appetite for the darker side of London’s history? Are you keen to escape the tourist hotspots and discover a lesser known part of our wonderful city? Then this is the tour for you!

On this walk you’ll hear about some of London’s most extraordinary events, wander past ancient churches, old pubs, iconic market places, and through a region which time seems to have forgot…

Starting Point:
Meet outside Barbican Tube.
Finishing Point:
Finishes at the Guildhall Yard between Bank and St Paul’s Cathedral underground stations.
Times & Date:
Most Saturdays, occasional weekdays. Check schedule for up to date listing.
Tickets are from £18 - a small booking fee is added
How do I recognise the Guide?

Our guide will be carrying a Fun London Tours flag.

How early should I arrive for the walk?

Please come 10 minutes before the allotted time so that we are ready to go promptly, especially if you have decided to come without booking online. Please note that in London there are regular road closures, engineering works on the tube and other events which can easily delay your journey. Ensure you make allowances for this as we do not wait for latecomers.

Is the Change of the Guard tour suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility?

The Changing of the Guard Tour requires a good level of mobility as we will be marching alongside the Guards and there is at least one set of steps to navigate, so it is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.

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