Secret Old London Tour

1.5 HOUR TOUR

Barbican

4-20 PEOPLE

£18.00

Walking through the ancient streets of London

This tour is not for the faint hearted! But if you're willing, we'll journey through an area soaked in gruesome history, from the location of Braveheart's execution, through a 14th century Black Death burial ground, and past the former site of London's most infamous prison and its current criminal court.

On this bloody journey into London's dark past we'll take you off the beaten track and meander through a number of back streets, church yards and hidden parks, finishing at London's best kept secret - the sumptuous Guildhall Yard and the remains of a long-lost Roman Ampitheatre.

Walk through the graveyard of a 900 year old medieval church.

See the memorial to William Wallace aka Braveheart (Mel Gibson!)

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.

Are your tours 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.

All our other tours can be adapted to suit wheelchair users or those with limited mobility – just let us know ahead of time so the guide can prepare a suitable alternative step-free route.

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