Private tour in London Michael G
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Michael G.
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How would you like to take a trip in my time machine!? Would you like to see two thousand years of history of London from the Romans right up to the present day? I can show you around this amazing city that I was born and brought up in. You will hear about poets and playwrights, Lords and Ladies, politicians and Prime Ministers, Princes, Princesses, Kings and Queens, some with their heads and some without their heads. . . all of this is possible, and so much more! If you're interested in the history of Rock'n'Roll in London, why not go back to the Swinging Sixties with me, and then on to the seventies, eighties or nineties, and back to the present day? The vehicle I use to take my guests on a time-travelling journey is actually a London black cab. These iconic taxis are loved and trusted by London's travelling public and are regularly voted the best in the world. They are a great way of seeing the sights, and are air-conditioned with plenty of leg room. They are also wheelchair-accessible. I have been a London taxi driver since 2006 and a qualified Tour Guide since 2011 - just in time for the London Olympics of 2012, which was a magical time for all of us that experienced it. I love my hometown of London dearly, and nothing gives me more pleasure than to show visitors around what is arguably the world's greatest capital city! But my knowledge of history isn't bound by the borders of London, not by a long stretch. I have been taking my guests for many years to wonderful places such as Oxford, Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath and the Cotswolds - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, if ever there was one! You can see all of this and more - all from the comfort of an iconic London taxi, driven by a knowledgeable, experienced, affable and personable driver - yours truly! I look forward to seeing you! Licensed London Taxi Driver (Black Cab) since 2006. Member of City of Westminster Guides and Lecturers Association, qualified 2012. Qualified Taxi Tour Guide, since 2011, with the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, accredited by City of London. Associate member of Black Cab Heritage Tours. Member of English Heritage. Member of the National Trust. Member of Historic Royal Palaces. Please note that I do not have a license to guide within St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey or the Tower of London. I can only guide in English.
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Discover the royal, political and spiritual heart of Britain on this private guided walk through Westminster. Over three fascinating hours, we’ll explore the stories behind some of London’s most iconic landmarks, from the thousand-year history of Westminster Abbey to the Palace of Westminster and the famous clock tower known as Big Ben. We’ll see Downing Street, home of the Prime Minister, and visit Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the King. Along the way, we’ll pass St James’s Palace, Clarence House and the elegant gentlemen’s clubs of Pall Mall. Depending on the day and time, we may also witness ceremonial traditions such as the Changing of the Guard or the Captain’s Inspection. With plenty of opportunities for photographs and questions, this private tour offers an engaging introduction to British history, monarchy and government. Maximum group size: 8 guests.
Meet at Westminster Underground Station. • Houses of Parliament & Big Ben (outside) • Westminster Abbey • St Margaret’s Church • Whitehall & Downing Street • Horse Guards & Horse Guards Parade • Banqueting House (outside). • Churchill War Rooms (outside) • St James’s Park • Buckingham Palace • Wellington Barracks • The Mall • Clarence House • St James’s Palace • Pall Mall clubs • Green Park • Trafalgar Square At each stop, there will be time for me to tell you the history of the buildings ( from outside!) and for you to take some photos. Tour ends at Westminster Underground Station, or Trafalgar Square if you prefer!
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This is your own private 3 hour walking tour, so we will go at a pace you are happiest with.
Westminster, London, UK
Westminster Underground Station.
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