Private tour in London Warren F

Kensington Palace - Private Half day tour with expert London Blue Badge Guide

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Warren F.

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I have lived in London since 1997. Passionate about travel, history, walking and exploring I qualified as a City of London Guide in 2022 and a London Blue Badge Guide in 2024. I am also a Freeman of the City of London that gives me the right to herd sheep across the river Thames ! I would love to show you around and my London Blue Badge Guide professional qualification means I have privileged guiding access to all the buildings that matter including the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Churchill War Rooms, Kensington Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and the British Museum. For those who have been to London before there is always more to discover in our great capital city. I also offer railway, regeneration, shopping, food and LGBT Pride Tours. All of my London tours are private and designed around the interests of you and your group, whether it is 1 or 2 or up to 10. I cater for visitors and locals alike. A selection of my most popular tours are below so please do get in touch. They are mainly on foot yet depending on your preferences we can also travel on red London buses, river boats, iconic black cabs or the famous tube. If you fancy a pint in a traditional English pub or lunch in old world legal London let me know as I am happy to tweak or customise my tours to give you a day to remember ! Reviews March 2025 "Booking this tour was exactly what we needed to learn about the Tower of London. Our tour guide Warren was incredibly knowledgeable. We tossed questions at him throughout the tour and he never hesitated with his reply. Warren also made sure we had a prime spot for the daily 3pm ceremony while he explained the historical significance....I'll keep those magnificent visuals stored in my memory. Thank you Warren !" Carrie - United States. " Warren was an amazing host for our Tower of London trip ! Very knowledgable, engaging, friendly and happy to answer my many questions" Matthew S "Graciously met by our wonderful guide Warren. We were able to witness the official opening of the Tower by the Beefeaters and Guards...Cheers to Warren for an unforgettable visit!!" JL "Crown Jewels are a must. Warren was friendly, fun and very knowledgable. The tour was interesting and not too taxing [Warren] also gave us options to do after his tour was finished. I definitely recommend this tour. I chose this tour because of the extra time to see the crown jewels and Warren gave us tips on how to get the most out of the time spent in the Crown Jewels area" Bobart J January 2025 - "Our guide Warren was amazing and very patient. My college age daughter wished he was going to be her next Professor!" Tanya Z. "Warren was perfect, he was smart, funny and made the tour perfect. He is wonderful. Thank-you !" Judi November 2024 - "Our tour guide Warren really made the tour memorable. He was both very personable, informative and fun. He made us feel like we were VIPs. It was a great experience!" Frances M August 2024 - "Loved the Kensington Palace experience. We were very lucky to be the only people on the tour with our tour guide Warren. He was very friendly and knowledgeable and we felt as if we were with a friend !" Barbara S

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Overview of your London tour

Explore Kensington Palace, a royal residence today and a royal palace since 1689, on an guided exterior and interior tour delivered by a London Blue Badge Guide with privileged guiding access. Discover the palace's history and explore the beautiful gardens. Meet your guide and begin your tour with an introduction to the palace and gardens before heading inside for your private guided tour of the interior and main exhibits, including the Queen Victoria Childhood Rooms, Kings Gallery, Queens Gallery, and Dresscode exhibition. Learn all about the Windsor Dynasty, the joy, tragedy and latest gossip. Visit the iconic South Gate where mourners laid flowers following Diana's death in 1997 and see her statue in the sunken garden, unveiled by her 2 sons Princes William and Harry on what would have been their mother's 60th birthday. Pre or post tour you may choose to take afternoon tea like a royal in the 1706 Orangery, a stunning building designed for Queen Anne to grow oranges.

Your London tour itinerary

Kensington Palace Gardens - explore the Broad Walk and the Round Pond. Visit the iconic South gates where flowers were laid for Princess Diana following her death. See her memorial statue in the sunken garden. Visit the statue of Queen Victoria sculpted by her own daughter and the Albert memorial to her late, much loved husband. Kensington Palace Interior - Explore the King's and Queen's Apartments. See where Queen Victoria was born, grew up and spent her first day as monarch. Be amazed by her stunning emerald tiara and necklace. Enjoy the Dress Codes exhibition featuring three of Princess Diana's iconic dresses. The Orangery. Opt for a pre or post tour afternoon tea in an early 1700s pleasure palace built for Queen Anne. Request further details when booking your tour.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Gentle walk through the Palace and Gardens

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Services: Gratuities not included
Tickets: Tour price is for guiding services only. Please pre book Palace entry tickets £24.70 adults/£20 seniors/£12.40 children - please consult me before booking - www.hrp.org.uk/kensington-palace/visit/tickets-and-prices
Other: Please enquire about pre tour Orangery Afternoon Tea option.
Meeting location

Aubaine, Bayswater Road, London, UK

Meet beside the tables and chairs outside Aubaine restaurant, 129 Bayswater Road, London, W2 4RJ - near to the exit of Queensway Central (red) line station. If you opt for the pre tour afternoon tea at the Orangery I can meet you there.

Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1424045
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate

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This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, royal family fans, and anyone interested in exploring the rich heritage of Kensington Palace. It's also ideal for those who want a personalized experience with an expert London Blue Badge Guide, like Warren F., who can provide deeper insights into the palace's history and its famous residents.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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