Private tour in London Vivien S

The Ultimate Three-Day London Tour

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Vivien S.

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I LOVE London! Obvious?. . . . . But I really, really KNOW London too. A proud holder of the prestigious LONDON BLUE BADGE TOURIST GUIDE qualification, (amongst other guiding qualifications), I can offer you private, exclusive and in-depth tours of the very best locations that London has to offer. My specialities are the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace, the British Museum, The Victoria & Albert Museum, the National Gallery, Kensington Palace, the Churchill War Rooms, Kew Gardens, Buckingham Palace (during summer opening). . . . the list is long. I love giving themed guided London tours. How did London develop from a muddy Roman foreshore to become one of the world's most important financial hubs? I'll show you how and where it all began. Want to immerse yourself in the 17th C churches of Christopher Wren? I can offer you a tour featuring his hidden gems and his great masterpiece, St Paul's Cathedral. Intrigued by our royal family? Join me for a guided walk around Royal London - the palaces, the stories, the history, the pomp and ceremony, the scandal and the gossip. . . Love architecture? I'll show you medieval churches, lead you through ancient alleyways and reveal the glories of 19th C London, or I can show you sections of the ancient Roman wall which can be found in some very surprising hidden places. Lots of world-class contemporary architecture too. London was founded on the banks of the River Thames - but why? I can take you on a river-side walk to show and tell you about the history of London's global trading past. Or we could cross the Thames and discover what happened on the south bank; the "wild" side of Southwark, with its early theatres and other more dubious places of entertainment, all within the shadow of the Shard. . . . And that's just a little teaser of the themes I cover in my London tours. Why don't you email me and tell me what interests YOU and I'll compose a private tour just for you! Architecture, churches, 17th Century coffee house history, in-depth financial history, Royal London, The Great Fire, literary London, the River Thames - or what about a highlights tour with a bit of everything? If you want to snap and dash (photos of everything) we can do that too. I am proud to be one of the few official fully-qualified City of London Guides & Lecturers who is also a St Paul's Cathedral guide. I have in-depth knowledge of the history of the cathedral and its construction after the Great Fire of 1666. I'm also something of a Sir Christopher Wren fan. It would be my pleasure to personally guide you through this world-famous cathedral with its London landmark dome, and take you on a walking tour down alleyways to discover some of his other hidden architectural gems. But if it's art you're after, I'm also an official guide at one of London's best-kept secrets; Guildhall Art Gallery. With its important collection of Victorian paintings, it's historic London art and hidden Roman amphitheatre, it is well-worth discovering and we could include it in a City of London tour. About me: Guiding is my passion. I'm also a dog-owning, country-walking, museum-junkie, old books on London-collecting knitting nut that drinks rather a lot of tea, preferably from a London-themed mug with a slice of something nice on the side. Coming to London? Great! Feel free to get in touch and let's work out how to make the most of your precious time. It's my job and my pleasure to show you the wonders of London so that you go home with precious memories to cherish forever. And of course a few photos! Looking forward to hearing from you, With warmest wishes Vivien Proud holder of the LONDON BLUE BADGE TOURIST GUIDE qualification - the highest guiding qualification. Blue Badge guides are the ONLY guides PERMITTED to guide within many important London venues. Member of the Institute of Tourist Guiding (ITG). City of London Guide & Lecturer - Institute of Tourist Guiding (ITG) accredited. St Paul's Cathedral Guide - Institute of Tourist Guiding (ITG) special accreditation. City of Westminster Guide - University of Westminster, London. Windsor Castle accredited guide. Windsor & Eton accredited guide. Guildhall Art Gallery Guide - City of London. Accredited to guide inside Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London, British Museum, the National Gallery, St Paul's Cathedral, Churchill War Rooms, V&A Museum, British Museum, Windsor Castle, Hampton Court, Kew Gardens Coach/mini-bus guiding. The Culture of the English Country House - University of Oxford English Landscape Gardens: 1650 to the Present Day - University of Oxford Member of the V&A Museum Member of The English Speaking Union. Life-long member of the Tufty Road Safety Club My tours are mostly walking tours using public transport and/or taxis which can be hailed in the street when required. If you want a private vehicle and driver for your London tour, or a day out of London, I will hire a suitable vehicle and a driver.

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Overview of your London tour

Three days (up to 7.5 hours per day) of London touring - your dream experience! There is just so much to see and do. . . . Let me organise three days of London sights and delights. I'll make sure that you see everything you dream of seeing and fill your time wisely, so that we don't waste a second but don't rush either. London is bigger than you think and there is more to see and do than you can imagine, so I welcome your suggestions as to what to include. This is YOUR UNIQUE EXPERIENCE and I want to make it as wonderful as possible.

Recent Reviews

Terry R.
October 2025

Vivien provided a fantastic tour! We preplanned the tour with Vivien so that we experienced the sights that we were interested in. Vivien took us to the Opening Ceremony at the London tower, complete with the Crown Jewels, St. Paul's Cathedral and Churchill's War Room. Vivien kept us enthralled with stories of the London's past as well as challenges of the present. Vivien was kind, patient and fun! We had a tremendous experience! We would highly recommend Vivien to friends and family.

Lawrence S.United States
July 2025

SIX STARS. Most reviews allow for five, but this was clearly special. Vivien was always punctual, imminently knowledgeable, cheerfully exuberant, and never shy. What a wonderful way to learn about London and its history. Also excellent communication before the tours to assure our satisfaction. Recommended without reservation.

Danielle C.Canada
October 2024

Vivien was amazing. She worked with our group to customize our three days in London to really maximize our time. She was organized, punctual, easy to communicate with and knowledgable. Her guiding expertise is top notch and she added so much to our trip. We are grateful to her for all her hard work. I would highly recommend this tour.

Vicki P.United States
September 2024

We completely enjoyed our 3 Day Ultimate Tour of London with Vivien. She was fantastic and really knew her history and made everything so interesting. We would highly recommend her 3 Day Tour.

Melinda W.United States
June 2023

My husband and I immensely enjoyed our 3-day tour of London with Vivien! She asked what we would like to see on our tour of London, and she arranged the best times to see those places with the least amount of crowds. Vivien's extensive knowledge about the sites of London combined with her delightful personality made for fun and informative tours. After 3 days together, we felt like we had a wonderful friend who happened to be our phenomenal guide! We highly recommend having Vivien as your blue-star guide!

Patrick C.United States
July 2022

Vivien was extremely knowledgeable with a great passion for England's history and culture. From our three days with her, we were able to experience the history and beauty of London's most famous towers, castles, museums, churches, and gardens. She was quick to answer any questions, understanding of our kid's desires, and expertly crafted an itinerary based on our prioritizes. I would highly recommend Vivien to any of my friends wanting to understand and experience London.

Your London tour itinerary

I'll either meet you at your central London hotel or somewhere easy to find which is relevant to your tour starting point that day. Suggestions: Using either public transport or London taxis (or both) we will explore London. Highlights such as: Private guided tours of Westminster Abbey (not Sunday), St Paul's Cathedral (not Sunday), the Tower of London, Kensington Palace and Windsor Castle. The Changing of the Guard ceremony, a visit to Buckingham Palace State Apartments (July -Sept) Perhaps guided tours of the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, the National Gallery and the Guildhall Art Gallery. One tour day will be spent exploring Windsor Castle and the lovely old town of Windsor with lunch by the River Thames. Guided walking tours: Royal London, the City of London, the River Thames bankside. . . A traditional London pub lunch, afternoon tea. . . . A river Thames scenic boat ride through the heart of the city So many photo opportunities and so much more!

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Taxi

London public transport - you can pay as you go with Apple Pay or similar on your phone. London taxis - hail in the street as and when required. They are all metered and accept credit cards. We will be doing a fair amount of walking so comfortable shoes are my suggestion.

What's included
Other: My London Blue Badge guiding expertise. I am able to guide in locations such as Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and Windsor Castle where other guides are not permitted.
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What's not included
Other: Your London public transport/taxi fares. Your entry tickets to any attractions - Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, Windsor Castle. All are approximately start at £20 per person - discounts for pre-purchase online. Most tickets are currently for timed entry so I'll work out exactly what times you should be aiming for. River Thames Cruise fare - £12. Your rail fare to Windsor from London. About £18 per person - child fares available. Ask me for details of entry ticket purchases. Lunch/refreshments.
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Tickets: Entry tickets to the venues we visit. These should be purchased ahead of your tour and I will give links to the ticketing websites and full instructions if timed entry is required.
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Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

Happy to meet you at your hotel provided that it is in central London, or we can meet at a location relevant to where your tour starts that day.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
387201
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in London best suited for?

This private tour in London is perfect for travellers who want a comprehensive and personalized experience of the city. It's ideal for those who wish to explore iconic landmarks like Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London, as well as enjoy unique experiences such as a scenic boat ride on the River Thames. With Vivien S. as your guide, you'll benefit from her expertise and local insights, making it suitable for anyone looking to delve deeper into London's rich history and culture.

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