Private tour in London Simon C

Love East London - Live Virtual Tour

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Simon C.

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"OUTSTANDING! We had a terrific half day with him and got to see so much." (Stacey, NYC) "...a terrific guide in every way. Super accommodating to our needs, and great personality that adds to the vibe." (Donna) "You made the city come alive." (Ryan, FL) As seen at TEDx, Guardian newspaper, British Council – and many more. WELCOME! The reviews don't lie, sharing the greatest city in the world with you is the best! Experience London like a local with me and you'll see why I love it. (Windsor/Stonehenge? Please see our other excellent guides for these) I. Was. There... I was in media; I went to the warehouse raves; lived in an old factory, then a boat. I did some cabaret; I was bombed by the IRA then ended up leading walks in San Francisco and on the Great Barrier Reef leading divers. I crisscrossed Europe with American school groups, went to 50 countries, but I still come home here to London. I've been a travel writer, walking artist and performer. I've 20yrs experience on four continents, contributed to guide books, been on London radio to wax lyrical and even trained young people as guides. A personal trainer, I'm not a Blue Badge guide and my knowledge is naturally not as extensive as theirs; but I entertain and inform everyone from families to language school pupils to Masters students. "I was with my children and they never got bored." (Gloria, Miami) BEEN BEFORE? I do alternative tours in East London uncovering lesser-heard histories too for all kinds of organisations. My Olympic tours started in 2012, so if you want the story of London and the Games then I'm your man. I love helping visitors discover London - and you bring a little of your home to us, from New York to Vancouver to the Midwest to Cali'. You'll feel at home in this welcoming cosmopolitan capital. And we pack it in: "...see all of the biggest attractions in London in a short period of time!" (Annie) There's a core of the best spots I like to show you that fit with the theme, but I can tailor routes if you have a request. LONGER TOUR? A great combo is the 3. 5-hour general London tour and then - after this perfect intro to the city - zoom in to the street by level and add a 2.5-hour market experience or a street art tour in hip East London? Alternatively, book the TWO DAY TOUR to go deeper. . . London has many different sides to it - nothing beats exploring its stories. I do a little performance/cabaret work occasionally and I enjoy bringing that to the tours if it's relevant. I'll even sing you a song if you like and kids are very welcome. Child-free? Tours can be arranged to end in a traditional British pub :) USING EUROSTAR? I can show you London's newest hip location Kings Cross or the Harry Potter tour can start/end there. Several tours start just 15mins by subway from Kings Cross. My international guiding background - which includes North American schools, international backpackers, Brits of all ages - means I know what sort of practical questions you want to ask; and how you can get max out your stay. Travelling on? I've seen much of it, especially Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Berlin etc - so feel free to pick my brains. Let's spend a few hours exploring London and I'll tell you tales spanning centuries and show you why this particular wanderer is proud to call it home. **ACCESSIBILITY** In a wheelchair or use a stick? London is for all! If you're not so mobile, then all tours can be made into taxi-cab tours with a surcharge. London buses and some tube stations also have ramps. Everyone is welcome here.

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Overview of your London tour

I've been in this amazing part of London for a decade and I love it so much, I want to show you why East is best! How can you get the feeling of having visited the real East London, without leaving your home? Come with me on a virtual journey using pictures, videos and of course myself. From my own unusual base in the city, we'll explore what makes this part of London the coolest, the hippest, the most unusual. Okay, I'm massively biased after a decade finding the non-touristy and off-the-beaten-track good stuff here! Some New Yorkers compare it to Brooklyn or Williamsburg: but whatever you compare it to, you won't find this exciting and rich mix of culture and radical history anywhere else in our great city. Roman trading post to global powerhouse; world-class street art where Shakespeare worked; religious dissenters & USA links; how the Olympics changed the city; This is a Live Virtual Tour delivered personally and live by me using live video conferencing softwar

Your London tour itinerary

We'll start off with an orientation so you can see how London developed over the centuries. Then we'll shift East and leave the medieval city behind and move into the Dickensian 19th Century. We'll (virtually) walk the streets and get a look at the diverse cultures and subcultures that make this area so interesting. Stop off at a hidden street art gallery to briefly see what excites artists about this quarter. Take a secret peek into the hidden warehouse culture that created underground artist colonies (think Basquiat's New York). BTW, most Londoners don't even know about this! Where did the Olympics take place and how are they shaping the future East London? Discover the foods & beers that make this melting pot such a great place to eat out (and drink in!). Nature - be amazed at the richness of nature here, so green and yet so close to the Megacity's hub. Learn how to order a pint in a typical boozer (pub) here in East London. A good internet connection is required to expereince this tour.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

None - Live Virtual Tour

What's included
Other: You can virtually travel with up to 10 users at the same time by sharing the link for your tour after purchase.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Any materials you use at home.
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The tour will take place via a video conference system. Your unique link will be provided after the booking is confirmed.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
808722
Languages
English
French
German
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
5.0

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This private tour is perfect for anyone interested in exploring the hidden gems of East London from the comfort of their home. It's ideal for those who want to experience the culture, history, and vibrant street art of this unique area without travelling. Whether you're a history buff, an art enthusiast, or someone curious about London's diverse subcultures, this virtual tour offers a rich and engaging experience.

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