Peter T.United States
Nick was fantastic. He went at our pace and knew far more than he was able to share in an all to short three hours. Wish we had another day to spend with him!
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Private tour in London Nicholas P
The Tower of London
5.0
(23) reviews
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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3 hours
Walking
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Nicholas P.
5.0
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Hello and welcome to London. I have been guiding in the UK, London and Europe for 10 years and I love my job. I pride myself on a passion for history and above all, the animation of its stories and a bespoke, immersive experience that makes a tour truly memorable. I try to make my tours experiences. I like to walk inside ruins, enter places not often visited or take to the top of Londons buildings for unrivalled views of London. I like to show my guests the secret London, the local London, the unusual facts of our famous landmarks and the best parts of this small green island I call my home. From traditional pubs to local markets, from the big sights to the most photogenic areas of the city I aim to avoid the crowds and get you to the best spots and to witness all the city has to offer. From London in a day to Stonehenge and the countryside, I pride myself in getting as much as possible into your valuable time at a pace that suits you. No matter which guide you choose, I wish you an enjoyable time in this great city. Nick Institute of Tourist Guiding accredited London Blue Badge Guide A second ITG Blue badge guiding qualification for Central and Southern England. Member of the Association of Professional Tour Guides BA in history
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The Tower and the Crown: A journey through 1000 years of history.
Overview of your London tour
This is a journey into Englands ancient history. A castle that has survived for nearly a thousand years of Englands often bloody and violent past. A Palace, a prison, a stronghold of the nations treasures. The castle has grown with London like an old beating heart and is still lived in the the Yeoman Wardens of the Tower and their families who guard the crown Jewels and share their ancient residences within the walls with the haunted souls who carved their names into the castle foundations centuries before. We will see the jewels, the prisons and torture chambers, walk through the lesser known spots in the Tower from the old lodgings of Royalty to the current inhabitants of the Ravens and see the site of execution and burial of three of our queens. On this tour we will visit the cells that became the final residences of so many souls that never left these walls and walk the battlements of the castle to get the best photo spots to remember. This in Not the Tower, this is England.
Recent Reviews
Michael H.United States
Nicholas was great. Full of enthusiasm and stories. Very knowledgeable. He likes what he does and it shows.
Abby H.United States
Nick was so knowledgeable, interesting and entertaining. He presented the history in a way that kept our attention and made it fun. Would definitely recommend!
Randy C.United States
Nicholas was very entertaining and knowledgeable, it was a history lesson of everything I didn't know about the Tower of London and history of UK. Great tour!
Lauren W.United States
Nicholas was a wonderful tour guide! We visited the Tower of London, and we benefitted greatly from the context and history Nicholas provided. He knew all of British history, and most of worldwide history too! His timing was excellent, and he made sure we had an excellent view of the changing of the guard at the Tower. He successfully entertained my 12- and 15-year-old, who loved this experience. We highly recommend a tour with Nicholas!
David K.United States
Amazingly knowledgeable. Entertaining. Funny. My whole family loved him and the tour (my kids are 14 & 18). Would 100% recommend.
Your London tour itinerary
in the summer months I would recommend starting the tour in the morning. The queue for the Crown Jewels can get very long and suck away the time. The old royal Mint The crown Jewels The Armoury of the white tower The torture chambers Walk the Battlements of the tower Traitors Gate Tower Bridge All Hallows by the Tower Church and the crypt. Tower Hill and the site of executions The old Roman wall of London
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Transport details
Type: Walking
The Tour of the Tower will be walking. Due to the age of the Castle some parts will not be accessible to those with mobility issues due to the absence of lifts to the White Tower and the battlements.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Entrance tickets into the Tower of London need to be purchased. Alternatively if you have a London Pass this is sufficient for entry to the Tower.
Meeting location
England, England, EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
By the ticket office to the Tower of London. I could also pick you up from your residence.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
963897
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
5.0
Traveller reviews for this private tour in London
23 reviews
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This private tour in London is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in exploring England's rich past. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for travellers who want to connect with a local guide like Nicholas P. for deeper insights into the Tower of London's history.
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3 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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3 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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