Private tour in London Steve P

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Base cost of tour
  • $ 366 USD

Christopher Wren's London

Tour #1201108
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 10 people

3 hours 30 minutes

Walking

Party Size:

1

Overview of your London tour:

2023 marks the tercentenary of the death of one of the greatest ever British architects - Sir Christopher Wren. His impact on the City of London's layout and buildings following the Great Fire of London in 1666 is still very visible today and impacts the future development of City buildings. He rebuilt 51 churches following the Fire plus his masterpiece, St. Paul's Cathedral. This walk centres on St Paul's (although we do not go inside) but will visit several of his buildings, exploring the inside of three of his churches. We touch on Wren's other roles as scientist and astronomer and discuss some of the work of his colleagues/pupils.

Your London tour itinerary

- learn about the Great Fire of London, 1666 , its disastrous impact on the City of London and learn of Wren's work rebuilding the wrecked City - marvel at The Monument, designed by Wren to commemorate the Fire - explore the inside of two of Wren's masterpieces, St Mary Abchurch and St Stephen Walbrook churches - hear the story of a church designed by one of Wren's assistants, St Mary Woolnoth - appreciate how Wren's St Paul's Cathedral would have dominated the old City, hear about its construction and explore the narrow streets of the old City - visit the interior of another Wren church, St Mary Aldermary and maybe stop for a coffee - take in the sight of three more Wren churches and hear their stories - visit a hidden garden with an emotional past - visit the new reflecting pool and capture some memorable photos before getting close to the walls of the Cathedral - end by exploring the interior of Wren's St Bride's Church before maybe stopping for refreshments in a pub built for Wren's workers!

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

Walking on paved surfaces.

What's included
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Fish Street Hill, England, EC3R 8AH United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Fish Street Hill exit of Monument underground station, London, England, EC4R. Alternatively I can meet you at your central London hotel.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories

Architecture

History

City Highlights

Languages
Fluent

English

Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

wheelchair Accessible

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Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

3 hours 30 minutes

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

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$ 366 USD

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

3 hours 30 minutes

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

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View our Cancellation policy

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