Private tour in London Steve P

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 270 USD

Molecules and magnets. Westminster science story guided walk

Tour #1201111
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 10 people

2 hours 30 minutes

Walking

Party Size:

1

Overview of your London tour:

There's lots of ground breaking science to be found on the streets of Westminster! 10 chemical elements were first discovered or isolated here and a world renowned scientist visited bars in disguise to catch counterfeiters! See where a famous US scientist and statesman lived (twice!) and where 100s of human bones were later found! Visit the sites of major scientific discoveries and where scientists gathered to demonstrate their work. Hear about the often bizarre lives and work of 5 world renowned Westminster scientists. Learn how the world's most famous fictional detective solved cases using science and go back in time to wrestle with mind boggling Imperial units. Ideal for students studying science aged 13-18 as it brings their school learning to life! No scientific knowledge needed! The tour can be extended by one hour Mon-Fri when starting before 1400 to include a guided visit inside the Royal Institution to see Faraday's original laboratory. Please enquire for further details.

Your London tour itinerary

- start by hearing of the many leading scientist who have lived and worked in Westminster - marvel at the Royal Institution, where Michael Faraday lived and where the reasons that the sky is blue and the greenhouse effect were first explained (amongst a lot more!) - see statues or plaques commemorating Humphrey Davy, Isaac Newton, Ada Lovelace and Benjamin Franklin and hear of their lives - explore the courtyard where 5 'learned societies' are based and where Charles Darwin first presented his theories on evolution and hear of the scientist to shy too talk to women - imagine how science was first 'invented' at the Royal Society and hear of their present day leading role - wrestle with old Imperial units and see how you measure up! - learn how science was used in the Sherlock Holmes stories and maybe visit the pub named after him for refreshments The tour can be tailored if you have specific topics of interest

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Contact your local guide to know more!!

Transportation Details
Type: Walking

Walking on paved surfaces

What's included
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Stop for coffee and snack (or something stronger) can be included
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Meet by the Goddess Diana fountain just inside Green Park by the exit from Green Park underground station. 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.
Other details
Tour categories

History

Off The Beaten Path

Languages
Fluent

English

Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

wheelchair Accessible

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

2 hours 30 minutes

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

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$ 270 USD

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

2 hours 30 minutes

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

Select tour date
Select tour start time

View our Cancellation policy

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