Private tour in London Elizabeth C

Art and Design at the Victoria and Albert Museum - a private guided tour

5.0

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Elizabeth C.

5.0

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I would like to welcome you to London, my home and the city I love. As well as being an experienced Blue Badge Tour Guide (the ultimate qualification in guiding) I am also a City of London Guide, the City of Westminster Guide and Tate Gallery Guide, so wherever we go you'll be in good hands. Only Blue Badge guides are permitted to guide in certain locations, such as Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. My aim is to provide you with enthusiastic informative private tours which ensure that your London experience will be the best. I was born in the North of England but spent part of my childhood living in India and the Middle East. I moved to London for a year to study on a postgraduate course and never left - working, bringing up my children and developing my career in guiding here. Apart from a few years living in Japan and Singapore London has been my home for 30 years. I believe there is something for everyone here, 2000 years of history rubbing shoulders in a contemporary city with modern architecture, fashion and art. Whatever you are interested in, whether it is castles, palaces, traditions, galleries, museums or modern culture I can tailor a tour for you. My bespoke tours include walking tours, tours by public transport ( bus, tube, boat or train), or I can organize a car with a driver or a minibus. Within London we can cover the major sites--Westminster Abbey, Royal London, Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard, Churchill War Rooms, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London or explore less well-known districts like Bermondsey, Shoreditch or Spitalfields. Out of London Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Salisbury, Bath, Dover, Leeds Castle, Hever Castle are a few of the many wonderful places that can be easily reached in a day trip. I hope to see you soon. . . . Liz Public liability insurance Blue Badge London Tour Guide - this is the highest qualification tour guides can achieve. Only Blue Badge guides are permitted to guide inside Westminster Abbey, St Pauls, Tower of London and Windsor Castle. In some places we have the privilege of being allowed to skip the line. City of London Guide and Lecturer City of Westminster Guide Windsor Castle accredited Guide (the only guides allowed to guide within the castle precincts) Windsor and Eton accredited Guide Tate Modern Gallery Guide Tate Britain Gallery Guide Guildhall Art Gallery Guide Member of the Institute of Tourist Guiding Member of the Association of Professional Tour Guides Member of London Historians Virtual Tours - special accreditation from the British Guild of Tour Guides

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Overview of your London tour

I guide in several museums and galleries in London and I love them all, but IF I had to chose my favourite it would have to be the Victoria and Albert museum. The stunning classical architecture of the museum is almost an exhibit of its own. This museum is pretty eclectic with exhibits ranging from sculpture to paintings, ceramics to carpets, furniture to fashion and the most amazing jewellery gallery (where else could you find a coronet designed for Queen Victoria by her husband Prince Albert, Beyonce's butterfly ring and Freddie Mercury's collection of art deco vanity boxes all under one roof?) I like to take overseas visitors (and local visitors) through the British Galleries as it gives a really accessible overview of our history since the 1500s. And my top tip is that it is much less crowded than the British Museum!

Recent Reviews

Debbie G.United States
May 2026

Oh My Goodness! If there is a better guide than Liz, then I don't know who they might be. I had a wonderful tour at the Victoria & Albert, curated to my area of interest. Liz's expertise is phenomenal. Information is presented in a lighthearted and whimsical way that is very appealing. History and art are presented in a way that non art and non history lovers can appreciate them. The museum is so big, but Liz brings it down to a manageable size for her clients, showcasing collection highlights as well as the building's history. I would happily take whatever tour Liz offered. She is just terrific!

Linda S.United States
January 2026

Great intro to an amazing collection- needs a revisit!

Anna L.
April 2025

Elizabeth is simply the best of the best ! Engaging , knowledgable , warm , informative . I’ve the privilege of using many guides over the years , most have a massive breadth of knowledge but some tend to talk at you rather than engage . Elizabeth is certainly knowledgeable and uses it to converse and explain but obviously keeps a keen eye on what is of what peaks the interest of her clientele . Guides can be an added expense but I in my humble opinion , a good guide brings the subject matter completely alive with the backstory . I had a delightful and fascinating day with Elizabeth…..do yourself a favour and book her . She’s a cracker ! Thank you , so much Liz .

Colleen P.United States
March 2024

Truly enjoyed our time spent at the V&A, especially with Elizabeth who we found to be very knowledgeable and personable. Would highly recommend Elizabeth.

Stephen K.United States
October 2022

What a great museum in London with an outstanding guide! Elizabeth opened the floodgates to an orderly and comprehensive decorative history of the vast British Empire. We appreciated her thorough meeting directions and her preliminary introduction to the outline of her tour. Her knowledge and sense of order in presenting this vast amount of history and treasures made the experience unforgettable. We recommend Elizabeth and this particular museum to anyone in the London area. A+ for this tour and guide.

Leah B.United States
March 2020

Highly recommend this tour. We learned so much in such short time window. See you again when we are back in the UK.

Your London tour itinerary

Highlights tour of the Victoria & Albert museum, duration 2 and half hours. This museum has the most wonderfully decorated cafe. If you need a refreshment break during or after your tour we can pause there. I can customise this tour to suit you and if there is anything you specially wish to see there just let me know.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

All by foot.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entry to the V and A is free, however special exhibitions are chargeable TOUR PRICES FOR PUBLIC HOLIDAYS New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Boxing Day - 50% supplement to published rate Christmas Day - 100% supplement to published rate
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Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Cromwell Road, England, England, SW7 2RL, United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: We meet at the information desk in the main hall of the museum

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Museums
History
Tour reference number
584837
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in London best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for art and design enthusiasts who want to explore the Victoria and Albert Museum with a knowledgeable guide. It's also ideal for travellers looking to connect with a local for deeper insights into the museum's exhibits. The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for travellers with mobility needs.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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