Private tour in London Lee C

London Hidden Gem Tour

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Lee C.

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Hi, my name is Lee I am a born and bred Londoner, from East London. I have been a London Taxi Driver for 30 years so you could say I know London pretty well by now !! I am a member of the WCHCD Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, which makes me a Liveryman of the Company, also have the Freedom of the City of London which in theory entitles me to drive my Sheep over London Bridge free of charge or if I am naughty I can be hung with a Silk Rope no less !! Such quaint traditions we have. I can show and tell you about our 2, 000 years of history, from the arrival of the Romans in 43AD there are still some remains to be seen up close, up to present day London with our diverse history, architecture, art galleries and museums. There is a lot to be seen and photographed. We can see a locals view of London from the comfort of my purpose built London Taxi (fully wheelchair compliant with AC) or we can venture on foot at some sights if you prefer. All of my tours are very personal and bespoke to you; we can visit all of the main attractions and places of interest in or out of town but primarily it's your tour so you decide what you would like to see and do it can be driving around with my designated driver so I can concentrate on showing and telling my guests all about the sites or if you prefer we can walk and get up close and personal to the places we visit or a combination of both it is really up to you just ask. Sights, shopping, restaurants or a bit of everything rolled into one tour or if you have a special interest in anything I'll arrange a tour around that for you. I have been doing cab tours for over eight years and love meeting and telling people about MY London. I can be booked for a few hours or a full day in or out of London if you prefer an unhurried leisurely tour stopping and taking plenty of photographs. Lunch /afternoon tea can be arranged or a visit at an old London pub to soak up the ambiance of our great city. I am a reliable easy going London Cabby who will make your tour truly memorable, some of my personal interests are cooking making and designing jewellery at my workshop and walking my two French Bulldogs Albert and Ralph in Epping Forest where I live. I love showing people around our city and showing them all the things I've discovered over the decades and having some fun while seeing all that London has to offer creating new experiences and memories from your trip to England I've made lots of friends over the years and hopefully more to come. I will be happy to answer any questions or give advice on anything you would like to know about booking a tour while you are with us holidaying in London. 30 years a London Taxi driver and a decade as a cab-guide trained by the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers 104th livery company in the City of London. I have been giving tours since 2012 and enjoyed every minute.

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Overview of your London tour

On this leisurely stroll around London we will discover the not so obvious sights you may not come across on your own travels around the city. I will show you remains from the Roman Empire some 2, 000 years ago: walls that surrounded the city, a secret Roman Temple and a Roman Amphitheatre. We will discover sights of execution and punishment, the churches of the city connected to interesting people and facts, see where Pocahontas worshipped (yes she came to London). Get spectacular views from the top of an office block for panoramic views over the city and visit interesting and historical pubs to have a tipple in and take in their unique atmosphere. I'll even show you some film locations from the Harry Potter series of films. See some of my personal favourites not often visited everyday.

Recent Reviews

Karen B.United States
November 2024

We really enjoyed our tour with Lee. Despite really cold and rainy conditions he was enthusiastic and made us feel comfortable right away. We learned a great deal about hidden London and Lee was eager to show me Dickensian London which I had particularly requested. We would happily book another of Lee’s tours on our next visit. Thanks Lee!

Adrian S.United Kingdom
December 2023

I love the City of London but it's easy to miss some of its gems of architecture and history, which is why you need to do this tour with Lee. There is so much in such a small area and Lee knows just how to put the tour together to give a real flavour of how the City has got to be where it is today. And Lee is so flexible, enthusiastic, and passionate about everything London that you are guaranteed to have a great time on your tour with him.

Kim S.United States
September 2023

Lee was the best! We loved his charm and insight to this wonderful city. We wholeheartedly recommend Lee on your visit to London.

Sally Y.United States
May 2023

Lee was a wonderful guide to interesting sites beyond the common tourist areas. He was responsive to our interests and needs and showed us fascinating places we never would have found on our own. We had a great time with him as his humor clicked with ours so we had lots of laughs. We look forward to using him for more tours when we return to London.

Daniel B.United States
September 2022

Lee Cooper provided an outstanding tour of London showing us places we would never would have noticed or known about this amazing city. Once he learned more of what we liked, such as Harry Potter, he pointed out even more sites along the way. I would highly recommend Lee and any tour he would offer. If we come back to this amazing city, we will be sure to contact Lee agian.

Megan B.United States
March 2022

A great walk around London with Lee- he is great at customizing the tour to accommodate your group! Two thumbs up!

Your London tour itinerary

• We will meet at a mutually agreed place that is convenient for both parties to begin the tour somewhere close to the city. • Start tour taking in locations. We will take in churches, pubs, monuments and various other places of interest • Roman Amphitheater, city walls, St Brides Church (one of my favourites the "journalists church" also inspiration for the tiered wedding cake home of the founding fathers who travelled to America and" metal coffins". In the crypt. ) • Temple of Mithras (where you can see and hear a recording of a service , see previous sites used for execution get close to the ancient city walls) • St Mary le Bow, • Cheapside, No 1 New Change rooftop viewing area. • Finish the tour at an agreed location. • Coffee breaks and rests stops on route at your request This tour as a whole or partially, can be customized to fit your preferences - please inquire!

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour.

What's included
Other
Private Guide
Tickets
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

Trinity Square Gardens, Tower Hill, London.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
601843
Languages
English
Activity level
Light

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in London is perfect for travellers who are interested in exploring the hidden gems and lesser-known historical sites of the city. It's ideal for those who enjoy leisurely walking tours and want to discover unique locations such as Roman ruins, historical pubs, and film locations from the Harry Potter series. This tour also suits travellers looking to connect with a local guide like Lee C. for deeper insights into London's history.

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