What excursions in London are available for seniors. Tours of London

There are many cities in the world where visiting even for a few days is a great success and an exciting adventure.
Organizing a trip yourself will be both cheaper and more interesting than buying from a travel agency. My sister has already talked about how she
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Today I again give the floor to her, the article is dedicated to an independent trip to the capital of Britain - London.

What excursions around London can you take during this period? Where to go in London? How much does housing and food cost? How to travel to London cheaply? What can you save on?

To London on your own: how to get there and where to live?

London is one of the most expensive cities on the planet. Therefore, not everyone can afford to spend a long vacation here.
Most visitors to the city come for three days, because over the weekend you can visit various excursions in London and have time to absorb
take in the beauty and atmosphere of the British capital, and at the same time relax.

London accommodation – hotels and guest houses

The range of housing prices is very wide, I would say prices tend to go somewhere to infinity.
There are hotels where a room can cost £1,500 or more (almost 150,000 rubles at the exchange rate).
There is practically no cheap housing (as in Thailand, for example).
The cheapest accommodation is hostels or hotels in the suburbs (can be found for £25-50 per day).

What to do if you don’t want to live in a hostel with strangers? And spending a lot of time on the road is also not exactly what you expect from your short vacation,
which, in theory, should be fabulous and remembered for a lifetime.
There is a solution: You can try to find a room in a small private hotel (use the search engines venere.com or booking.com).

Of course, you need to plan your trip in advance; the sooner you start looking for cheap accommodation in London, the greater your chances of finding a hotel in London at the lowest price.

We found a small nice hotel in South Kensington (we lived near Earls Court tube station).
The road to central London was easy and fast, which suited us just fine. We even walked from the hotel to Hyde Park.
Our hotel was called Hotel Boka. This is a small hotel with a few rooms.

Hotel Boka in London

Yes, the room is quite small, but quite bearable for three nights.

Hotel Boka in London (photo)

Hotel Boka in London (photo)

The furnishings in our room included a double bed, two armchairs, a mirror, a TV (we definitely could have done without it on such a short vacation;)).
What is very important, our room had a private bathroom with a toilet (not a shared one, like in most hostels!!!). In the corridor there was also a small kitchenette (I would even say a kitchen corner) with a stove, electric kettle, refrigerator and dishes. We didn’t cook, however, but the kettle and refrigerator came in handy.

Our room at the Boka Hotel cost us 60 pounds per night, including breakfast - traditional Full English :)

You can also save on a trip to London on your own, or on a flight, if you plan your trip in advance and use a low-cost airline.

We flew with Wizz Air. In most cases, such air carriers fly not to the central airport of the city, but to several remote ones.

We, for example, flew not to Heathrow, but to London Luton Airport and still had to get to the city for an hour and a half by bus.
There is an easyBus bus company right at the airport, tickets cost £15 per person.

Mini-vacation in London: self-guided tours of London

There is a lot to see in London. In London, you can organize a lot of inexpensive and interesting excursions for yourself.

For example, in the city center there are majestic buildings, witnesses of different historical eras, and world-famous attractions,
which have become the hallmark of the city.

We began our acquaintance with London in Trafalgar Square.

Trafalgar Square's many attractions are just a stone's throw away. You can see Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey,
parliament with the tower familiar to everyone from English lessons, in which the Big Ben bell is located, and next to it is another symbol of the city - the London Eye
(Ferris wheel).

After sightseeing we took a walk along the Thames, the embankment was full of tourists, as well as street musicians, actors and mimes.
We walked to Tower Bridge.

We were very lucky with the weather. During the three days that we spent in London, it never rained and we could walk all day. Perhaps I scared off the rain with my umbrella, which I always carried in my bag :)

Crossing Tower Bridge to the other side, you can visit the Tower, formerly a fortress and prison, and now a museum, which is one of the most visited tourist sites in the United Kingdom. There are several exhibitions and museums here. An excursion to the Tower on your own is not very cheap,
Entrance to the Tower of London is about 20 pounds.

Since the Tower is a favorite tourist attraction, the infrastructure here is developed. Nearby you will find many cafes and stalls where you can grab a quick bite. We became visitors to a small bistro with traditional English food. The fish and chips were wonderful.

On your own to London: day 2

Of course, it is impossible to imagine London without Piccadilly Street, which we visited on the second day of our stay in the English capital.

This is the most famous and recognizable street in the city. There are a lot of tourists in Piccadilly at any time. On this street there are all kinds of shops, mostly souvenir shops, and cafes.

In addition, on this day we managed to get to Chinatown, wandered the streets in the central part of the city and relaxed in Hyde Park.

The park with many lawns, alleys and benches, sports grounds and a pond occupies a large area.

We had a picnic in Hyde Park. Everywhere one could see groups of friends, families with children who came to spend a day off in the fresh air and brought
Bring baskets of food and drinks with you.

What I really like about parks abroad and in London parks in particular is that you can walk on the lawns, you can sit on the lawns, lie down and even roll on the lawns, and there are no signs for you: “Do not walk on the lawns, fine... »

To London on your own: day 3

On the third day we visited another park - Regent's Park, and walked along Baker Street. How about!!! It is simply impossible to visit London and not visit a place that you read about in books as a child!!! There is of course a Sherlock Holmes museum on this street.

Nearby there is another museum - the Madame Tussauds wax museum.

Of course, I would like to visit all these museums, but alas, it is impossible to embrace the immensity in three days.

We chose the London National Gallery, which is located in Trafalgar Square. Entry to the gallery is free.

Most of all I was fascinated by the Impressionists (however, I love them most of all). Here you can see the original "Sunflowers" by Van Gogh
(one painting from the series is located in London).
Unfortunately, they were not allowed to take photographs and they watched the tourists very vigilantly, so the pictures remained only in memory.

Just like that, an interesting and eventful vacation in London ended in the same place where it began - in Trafalgar Square.

In my opinion, the best way to explore the city is on foot. You can use the metro to save time or,
if the distances are really long (although we walked so much around London, I’m afraid to even convert this into kilometers).

We used the so-called Oyster Card (oyster card). On the London Underground, you must swipe your card both when entering and exiting.
This is how you pay for travel, the cost of which depends on the zones and distance.

If time permits and you wish, you can buy a bus tour on a double-decker bus or on a boat along the Thames.
Prices in cafes and restaurants in London are very high. As an alternative, you can buy groceries at the supermarket (ready-made sandwiches or something for sandwiches, fresh vegetables and fruits, water) and take the food with you in your backpack. During your walk, you can have a picnic in one of the many beautiful parks in the city.

Of course, this option is only suitable in the warm season. We were in London in mid-August. And everything turned out more than successfully. These three days in London will forever remain in my best memories.

You can object to me and say that you won’t see much in three days, and you’ll probably be right. But the main thing is not quantity, but quality. If you organize a trip to London yourself, thinking through all the details, setting priorities in advance, then it will truly be unforgettable.
And most importantly, these are the memories and impressions that will stay with you forever.

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I wish you a stunning, unforgettable, amazing holiday in London!!!

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Sightseeing walking tour London at 15:15

Every day at 15:15 a sightseeing tour of iconic places in London begins. The walking program invites city guests to walk through the streets and squares of the British capital, breathing in their special atmosphere. Professional guides will tell you about interesting historical facts, show picturesque views of the metropolis areas and give some advice on where it is best to enjoy local cuisine and have a good time.

The two-hour walk, which costs €18 per person, takes you through London's world-famous icons. These are Big Ben, the Tower, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. The price of the expedition does not include internal sightseeing.

Tour of the Tower of London

Each capital has its own iconic historical place - in London it is the Tower, with which many important episodes in the political and social life of England are associated. Centuries and eras have changed, and the purpose of this symbolic monumental object has changed accordingly. During the tour you will learn that the Tower was built in the 11th century. by the Normans who conquered England as a defensive fortress. Later it housed royal families, the Mint, the royal treasury and, finally, a sinister prison for political opponents.

Here you will see grim evidence of the Tower's final role: the scaffold for the execution of royalty, the Gate of Traitors, the White Tower, and farewell inscriptions of prisoners on the walls. Appreciate diamonds and many other British Crown Jewels by visiting the Diamond Trust. Find out who now lives in the castle, who guards it and why. Many secrets of the history of royal dynasties, court intrigues and their sometimes terrible consequences will be revealed to you.

Aristocratic London

The central area that attracts a respectable and prosperous public is the St. James Quarter. Prestige, luxury and an aura of elitism reign here. The street is filled with expensive real estate, restaurants and shops with exquisite, elegant and branded goods. Representatives of London's high society come here to buy suits, cigars, wine, perfumes, works of art and various antiques.

A guided voyage through the most aristocratic place in all of England will make an indelible impression. The cost of the tour is 33 euros per person. The walk takes place on Mondays and Fridays from 9:00 to 12:00.

Famous places of London from the Thames

A two-hour cruise along the Thames will allow you to see the main attractions of the English capital from a different perspective. Sitting in the comfortable chairs of a pleasure boat, you will hear a fascinating story from a guide about the life of one of the most majestic cities in the world, its present and past, about the customs and traditions of Londoners. Iconic objects that are symbols of London will float before your eyes:

• The famous Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Ferris Wheel, St. Peter's Cathedral (the wedding site of Diana and Charles), the ancient Globe Theater.
• The bridges will appear in all their grandeur: the legendary Waterloo, the famous Millennium, London Bridge and the famous Tower Bridge.
• A meeting with 2 ships - the Pirate and the Belfast - will remind you of the past of the sea power.
• In the Greenwich area, after mooring, you can walk along the “prime meridian” and indulge in the contemplation of stunning city views.

Walk around the City - 2000 years in three hours

The entire two-thousand-year history of the powerful city, from the possession of the Romans (1st century) to the present day, will appear in a brief summary of the guide during the route through the famous City of London. The most striking, fateful episodes in the development of London will not leave anyone indifferent. You will learn how the city was conquered by the Normans, what the medieval traditions of the British were, and what damage the Great Fire (1666) caused. You will be surprised by the pace of development and expansion of the English capital in the 19th century, the terrible consequences of the war (41-45), which significantly affected the appearance of the historical center.

The main part of the excursion will be an acquaintance with the City's facilities, which will open in all their glory from the rare London Bridge. Walking past the authentic buildings of the fish market and customs house, you will feel the flavor of the Middle Ages, and soon find yourself among the grandiose buildings of the City. Some of them became symbols of old England: the Bank of England, the Royal Exchange, Guildhall Town Hall, St. St. Paul's, the ancient Leadenhall market, the remains of the Roman wall, a huge meat market. The original skyscrapers “Gherkin”, “The Shard”, the futuristic high-rise building of the Lloyds insurance company, the spherical city hall building - London symbols of modernity will delight you with their architecture.

Harry Potter tour - trip to the Warner Brothers film studio

Fans of works about the adventures of Harry Potter are invited to visit the pavilions at the Warner Brothers film studio, where films about the young wizard were shot. This is a whole museum of miracles and magic, consisting of many huge rooms with real decorations and exhibits. True Potter fans can actually see the props that were used in the making of the film.

You feel absolutely immersed in a fairy-tale world, where you can see the main hall of Hogwarts faculties, station 9 and ¾ with carts in the wall, Dumbeldore's office, classrooms, Diagon Alley, Potter's room, a flying car, giant chess pieces and much more. The cost of a trip to the film studio is 110 euros.

Walk in the footsteps of the Queen - tour of the British Parliament

The main symbol of Great Britain is Elizabeth, whose title has survived to this day. The best guide in London will tell you about how royal life goes, what responsibilities are assigned to the ruler of England today, and what intrigues members of the British Parliament are involved in for 30 pounds sterling.

You will explore the Royal Dressing Room, where Elizabeth II is preparing to enter the ceremony; the Royal Gallery and the Prince's Study, decorated with frescoes dedicated to the battles of Trafalgar and Waterloo, as well as portraits of the Tudor and Stuart monarchs; The House of Lords and the House of Commons, where ministers sit, new laws are proclaimed, and the Queen of England reads her speech; St. Stephen's Hall and Westminster Hall, which remembers all the political events of Great Britain since the time of 1097; and the Central Lobby, especially beloved by the residents of this country.

All of London in 4 hours by car

For £270, your group (up to 8 people) will have an individual tour with a Russian-speaking candidate of historical sciences as a guide in a comfortable minibus to the sights of more than 30 famous sites. Some of them will be enough to glance at (Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Waterloo Bridge, London Bridge, Royal Exchange, Bank of England, Nelson's Column, The Shard skyscraper, John Lennon's apartment, etc.), while others involve small stops where you can’t do without exploring the premises, at your request.

This is the most exciting and suitable way to get to know the city if you are here for the first time. Over the course of 4 hours, an informative and fascinating lecture will be presented about every corner of London, after which you will decide exactly which of these many places are worthy of a more detailed examination.

Hello London! Sightseeing tour

Another tour of London by bus for £30 per person, focusing on the monuments in the western part of the city, and then moving on to one of the oldest quarters, called the City of London. If the western areas show the obligatory “brands” of London, such as Westminster Abbey (Collegiate Church of St. Peter), Buckingham Palace, the British Parliament, where officials meet, squares, streets and sculptures dedicated to the royal nobility, then the old City is a business center.

The London Stock Exchange, the Bank of England and the many ultra-modern skyscrapers like Norman Foster's Gherkin, where economic life is concentrated, deserve special attention, but this separate "state" also made room for legendary historical monuments such as St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge. And of course, you will not miss the opportunity to enjoy a walk along the beautiful Thames embankment and the procession of the royal horse guards in golden helmets.

Scotland Yard and famous London crimes

This is a non-trivial thematic walk through the places of service of the London police, which has successfully solved the most complicated crimes since the Middle Ages, and caught dangerous criminals from the organizers of terrorist attacks to serial killers.

In 3 hours you will have time to explore: the founding sites of the first professional detective team on Bow Street; three official police headquarters; London's oldest prison; establishments where criminals hid and organized murders, as well as details of the assassination attempt on the British Prime Minister and those close to Margaret Thatcher; eyewitness places to grim events. You should be prepared for the fact that children under 16 years of age are not recommended to be invited to this type of tour, as it contains many frightening details both in the guide’s stories and among the props.

Greenwich and the Pirate Pub on the East End Docks

The history of maritime Britain is connected with pirates and astronomers, shipwrecks and the slave trade, which the guide talks about so captivatingly that 5 hours flies by unnoticed. For £200 (for a group of up to 10 people) the National Maritime Museum will introduce you to the work of marine painters Turner and Reynolds; the invention of the English watchmaker Harrison, who was the first to create a chronometer; sailing ships; the history of the most famous naval battles, and, of course, with the exploits of Admiral Horatio Nelson, commander of the British fleet, who won the Battle of Trafalgar without losing a single ship.

And then, in the pirate pub “The Grape”, which is now owned by Ian McKellen, you can drink beer and take a photo with Gandalf’s staff from “The Lord of the Rings”.

Many Faces City

A leisurely 2.5-hour walk will take you through areas of London where ancient landmarks (the Roman Wall, Tower Hill, St. Olave's Church) intertwine with modern 21st-century buildings (The Gherkin, The Inside Out Building). Your acquaintance will begin with the history of the city during the Roman Empire, namely fragments of defensive walls built at the turn of the 2nd-3rd centuries, then you will move on to Tower Hill, where the humanist writer Thomas More was beheaded, and to the performance sites of the troupe of William Shakespeare himself.

The administrative center of Guildhall, the Bank of England, the oldest Leadenhall market, the favorite pub of Peter I, the locations where Harry Potter and James Bond were filmed are also mandatory points in this program. The highlight of this tour is the intriguing tales of a “killer skyscraper,” a sunken ship full of gold, and a Cambridge dropout whose portrait was fought over by pub owners more than 300 years ago. Gather a group of up to 15 people and you can get an unforgettable experience for £150.

Stonehenge and Bath in one day

A two-hour drive from London is one of the most mysterious monuments in Europe - Stonehenge. These are hewn stone blocks that are stacked vertically in the form of a circular fence. On top of the stones are huge monolithic slabs weighing several tons. Ancient buildings have stood on the English plain for more than four thousand years. The buildings are shrouded in the mysteries of their purpose and construction. There are many versions and legends according to which the authorship of the creations of Stonehenge is attributed to a wizard, the giant Cyclops, the Romans and even aliens. Apparently, sacrifices and ritual celebrations were held here to appease the gods.

Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon

The quiet town of Oxford with narrow streets attracts tourists with its Gothic architecture and the world-famous ancient university, consisting of numerous colleges. The prestigious educational institution has produced more than 50 Nobel Prize winners and 26 British Prime Ministers. Guides will take tourists through one of the courtyards of the cradle of knowledge and show where and how current students of the famous university live.

One of the tourist centers of England is the city of Stratford-upon-Avon with a population of 25,000 people. This place is famous for being the birthplace of the famous playwright and poet William Shakespeare. Streets lined with ancient buildings recreate the atmosphere of the 16th century. An excellent opportunity to get to know the city associated with the name of the legendary writer. The cost of a bus tour, which includes a walk around the campus and the places of residence of the young Shakespeare, is 100 euros.

History of coffee and tea in London

To unenlightened people, it probably seems that London is the birthplace of tea - this drink is so popular in the foggy city. During this excursion, participants will hear the fascinating history of the emergence of tea and coffee in England, and will see the first teahouse, where tea and coffee products were delivered by special ships. You will meet a local tea expert, Hindu Ratan, taste several varieties of tea and learn how and when the British took possession of Chinese tea and many other interesting tea stories associated with the names of English celebrities.

You will discover many secrets and subtleties about the amazing tea culture of the British. You will walk through the place where the first coffee house was and hear its history. You will go into a pub where an authentic coffee room (1677) has been preserved, where Charles Dickens sat over a cup of aromatic drink, who conveyed the features of this setting in certain episodes of the novel “Oliver Twist”. During your trip you will learn a lot of new and interesting things about coffee in London.

Excursion to the National Gallery

Connoisseurs of fine art are invited to take a fascinating tour of the National Gallery in London, located in Trafalgar Square. The colorfully decorated rooms display a rich collection of paintings by famous masters of painting, such as: Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael Santi, Sandro Botticelli, Titian, Velazquez, Rembrandt and others. A professional guide will tell you in detail about the secrets and stories behind the creation of each artistic masterpiece. The cost of the tour is 25 euros.

From Big Ben to Buckingham

Every day, guests of London have the opportunity to go on an exciting voyage with an experienced guide through famous areas of the city, rich in attractions. During a three-hour walk, tourists will see outstanding architectural structures, buildings, monuments and entire historical quarters of the Kingdom of Great Britain. These are Big Ben, the Tower, Buckingham Palace, the Place of Execution of King Charles I, Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Pall Mall Gentlemen's Clubs and much more.

Thames Cruise

One of the most interesting and popular excursions in London is a river walk along the Thames. The cruise will offer amazing and unusual views of different areas of the metropolis. The ship passes under numerous bridges, which are masterpieces of architecture. Europe's largest Ferris wheel rotates along the river bank, and respectable, ancient buildings with colorful facades rise, housing galleries, markets, offices, museums and theaters. During the trip, passengers will meet a pirate ship and a ship that participated in World War II.

The final stop will be the Greenwich area, where there is a wonderful green area with lawns and centuries-old trees. There is a national maritime museum here, as well as a famous observatory, in the courtyard of which there is a copper strip, marking the prime meridian of the globe.

Evening London

An equally exciting individual night journey through the capital of Great Britain will be accompanied by professional Russian-speaking guides. London is especially transformed in the evening, when monumental architectural ensembles and individual buildings are illuminated with colorful lights. A walk in the dark will make you take a fresh look at the famous sights of the metropolis. Tourists can choose several routes.

One of them runs through the business district of the City, where the economic life of England is concentrated. High-rise buildings of unusual shapes amaze with the beauty of their designs. The massive dome of St. Paul's Cathedral rises in the glare of the street lamps. The route along Whitehall Street leads to the most luxurious building in Great Britain - the Palace of Westminster. The entire parliamentary complex of buildings is illuminated with lights, forming an unforgettable picture against the dark sky. The price of a voyage around the city at night is 200 euros.

Bus tour to Windsor with visit to Windsor Castle

Surrounded by dense forests and picturesque meadows, on the right bank of the Thames is the small town of Windsor. Here is the unofficial residence of the Queen of Great Britain - Windsor Castle, built in 1066. The powerful gray facade of the building with towers and loopholes leaves the impression of an impregnable fortress. The interior immerses you in the world of luxury and wealth of the English court.

Tourists are given a unique opportunity to visit the luxurious chambers of royalty by booking a voyage to Windsor for 60 euros. A walk through the large halls of the castle, where state banquets are held, is expected. The apartments are decorated with gilded stucco, ceiling frescoes, carved wooden elements, and statues. In the premises you can see porcelain, weapons, collections of paintings, watches and much more. A separate extension of the castle is of interest - the royal chapel of St. George, in which the mysterious rites of the knightly Order of the Garter are performed.

Stories and treasures of the Tower

The organizers have prepared an exciting voyage for tourists to the famous place in London - the Tower. This formidable citadel with brick walls, high quadrangular and round towers rises on the banks of the Thames in the center of the city. The fortress is surrounded by fortifications with bastions. Over its history, the Tower has served as a residence, prison, mint, arsenal and observatory. Now it houses a weapons museum, and also houses jewelry from the royal treasury (crowns, scepters, diamonds).

The route schedule includes a walk along the famous Tower Bridge, which is an architectural masterpiece. This is both a suspended and drawable structure with two monumental towers.

A trip to the ancient British city, famous throughout the world for its elite educational institution, will be unforgettable. The cobblestones of the city pavements remember the steps of many great personalities, former students of Cambridge University. Walking in their footsteps, you will see unique architectural monuments of the past: the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, King's College with a late-Gothic chapel, the majestic Senate House and many rare college buildings will remind you of the medieval past.

You will meet an old chronograph, to which witty students gave the female name Rosalind. You will be captivated by the spectacle of extraordinary bridges across the river. Cam, each of which is unique, like the Bridge of Sighs. From the narration of an experienced guide, you will learn a lot of interesting things about the traditions and unwritten laws of the university, about the Russian features of the institution and the city, and leave in your memory for a long time the “Temple of Science” - the University of Cambridge, which gave the world thousands of highly qualified specialists.

Camden Town - rock and roll and pubs

This introductory walk around Camden will especially appeal to fans of English music, which has conquered the whole world. Here, places associated with the names of legendary rock performers, composers and musicians await them everywhere: eclectic nightclubs, iconic pubs, concert venues. Promenade participants will see the famous Electric Ballroom nightclub and plunge into the historical atmosphere of entertainment of music fashion trendsetters.

By visiting 3 authentic local markets, you will be able to see and purchase antique souvenirs and handicrafts. Impressed by the Ridgers Canal and the boats passing through the lock, visitors will learn even more about Camden's musical history, attracting artists from all over the world. The final chord of the Camden “symphony” will be a stunning visit to one of the legendary pubs!

Old Pub Tour

London pubs play an important role in the life of the British, as a cultural tour through the old pubs of the capital will help you to see. Many secrets of these unique establishments, which for many centuries have been a place of collective and sacramental meetings for city residents, will be revealed to you. You will learn that the history of these drinking establishments began under the Romans and has not lost its significance to this day.
Having visited the most famous “royal” pubs, located in the cozy alleys of the old part of the city, you will see that their popularity remains the same.

London, without exaggeration, is considered one of the most visited cities in Europe and the world. Its diverse architecture and flavor, its special atmosphere and multicultural spirit, rich history and equally impressive modernity - all this makes London a desirable tourist destination. Once in London, you can really see a lot, depending on your interests. Modern London and historical London, gastronomic London and London's drinking culture, flea markets and the wonders of antiques, high fashion and culture, immortal works of art, theaters, museums, exhibitions, musicals - London also has all this to offer.

It is quite convenient to explore London on your own or with excursions. In the first case, the public transport of the English metropolis, which is developed here “excellently,” will come to the rescue. In the second case, you can rely on a competent guide in this matter. Excursions in London can be group or individual, on foot or by bus (car). In general, the city has a wide variety of excursions to suit every taste. You can explore possible options for excursions around London and beyond and book any of them on specialized services for booking excursions or.

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Excursions in London

Excursions around London can be quite varied, depending on your interests. Sightseeing tours of London are popular, but thematic walks dedicated to a particular topic are also of no less interest. Excursions around London can be either individual or group.

Sightseeing tour of London

This is a classic walking tour of London's top attractions. This excursion is perfect for those who are in the British capital for the first time. Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben - these names speak for themselves, and on a tour you can learn much of the history of these attractions. In addition, during the excursion you will be able to learn from the guide a lot of useful practical information regarding London.

This is a group walking tour of London, which is conducted in Russian. The sightseeing tour lasts 2 hours, costs £15 per person, children under 10 years old are free. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Everything important in London in 2.5 hours

This excursion is also a sightseeing tour; the tour guide will take you to the most famous places in London and tell you about unusual facts. There is a lot of new information waiting for you that you won’t find on Wikipedia. The tour route includes Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, Nelson's Column, White Hall, the Palace of Westminster, the Royal Horse Guards Parade Ground, St. James's Park and much more.

This is an individual tour of London, which is conducted in Russian and lasts 2.5 hours. The cost of the tour is 60 pounds. The tour is entirely on foot; you should wear comfortable shoes. The tour is very popular and it is recommended to book in advance. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Walking around the City

The City is London's financial center, its main artery, where the pulse of London beats. Adjacent to the historical center, the City gives off a sharp contrast, and its outlines are fresh, original and capable of surprising. The tour route includes places such as London Bridge, the fish market, the Customs House, skyscrapers and banks, the Royal Exchange, the City Ceremonial Centre, the Barbican and Smithfield housing estates and much more. This route is significantly different from the classic excursion routes around London, which means you will have the opportunity to see a “different” London.

This is a 3 hour private walking tour of London. The excursion is conducted by a Russian-speaking guide. The cost of the tour is 60 pounds. The tour is very popular and it is recommended to book in advance. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

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Aristocratic London

The excursion offers a visit to the most aristocratic district of London - St. James's. Here you will see the best art galleries and auction houses, the Royal Scientific Society and cozy squares; this is where everything that Great Britain is so proud of is concentrated. In addition, you can learn many facts about the traditions of Londoners, about which there is no information in any encyclopedia.

This is a group walking tour conducted in Russian. Its duration is 3 hours and the cost is 35 euros per person. The tour runs on Mondays and Fridays from 9am. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Entertainment districts of Soho and Covent Garden

These two areas are the most unusual and vibrant in all of London; London bohemia loved to spend time here, and today they are music and film areas that so often appear as sets for various English films. During the excursion you will be able to see the places where Charlie Chaplin, Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles loved to go, and also where the Harry Potter film took place.

This is a group walking tour of London. Its duration is 3 hours. The tour is conducted in Russian. The cost of the excursion is 35 euros per person. The tour runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Bus tour to Windsor with visit to Windsor Castle

Windsor is located in the nearest suburb of London, and it is worth visiting if only because the famous and mysterious Windsor Castle is located here. During the tour you will be able to visit the castle’s apartments, see its collections of porcelain, weapons and furniture, as well as other antiques. In addition, you can learn much of the history of the castle and immerse yourself in a real royal atmosphere.

This is a group bus tour from London, which is conducted in Russian and lasts 4 hours. Opening hours: Sundays from 12.45 p.m. The cost of the excursion is 60 euros per person, the price includes bus transportation, guide services, and entrance ticket. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

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Walking tour of Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey is considered almost the main symbol of London along with Big Ben and Tower Bridge. This excursion will give you the opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of the abbey and see all its secret treasures, as well as look at the architecture and interiors of the abbey with completely different eyes.

This is a group excursion conducted in Russian. The tour runs on Tuesdays from 09 am. Cost – 79 euros per person, duration – 2 hours. The price of the excursion already includes entrance tickets to the abbey. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Excursions from London

No less popular than excursions around London are excursions beyond its borders. The London area is home to many attractions and places of interest that are very popular among travelers from all over the world. These could be academic towns like Oxford and Cambridge, ancient towns on the coast, or maybe the famous and at the same time mysterious monument Stonehenge.

Cambridge Tour

Located 80 km from London, the university town of Cambridge is both rich in history and rich in architecture, and not only due to its elite educational institution. So in Cambridge you can see the Romanesque church, the late Gothic chapel of King's College, the Trinity College library, the Fitzwilliam Museum, the botanical garden, the Senate House and, of course, a large number of educational institutions with magnificent medieval architecture.

This is a private excursion in Cambridge, lasting 4 hours and conducted in Russian. The cost of the excursion is 180 pounds. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Stonehenge and Bath in one day

Stonehenge is perhaps the most famous natural attraction near London. There are legends about its origin and new theories are being created, but there is still no exact answer. It is not surprising that this mysterious place attracts all lovers of the unknown. Bath, in turn, is a very colorful English town, where you can see the life of an ordinary Englishman outside the metropolitan metropolis. In Bath you can see a real English province, but with many attractions; it is not for nothing that many of Bath’s architectural masterpieces are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

This is a private excursion from London, conducted by minibus and accompanied by a guide. The cost of the excursion is 469 pounds, duration is 12 hours including travel. Additional admission fees to Stonehenge and the Roman Baths of Bath. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Rochester - the birthplace of Charles Dickens

This excursion will be of interest to all fans of the author, his biography and works. It is from the perspective of the author’s creativity that you will be able to explore all the most interesting places in such a historical city as Rochester. Also during the excursion you can visit the neighboring town of Chatham, where the Dickens Museum is located. It was in this house-museum that the future famous writer was born and lived.

This is a private tour lasting 2 hours. The cost of the tour is £29. A trip from London to Rochester is paid separately (tourists travel independently). Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Bus tour to Salisbury and Stonehenge

Salisbury is one of the oldest cities in England, where rich architecture has been preserved, including the famous Salisbury Cathedral. But it’s hard to imagine visiting Salisberry without a trip to Stonehenge, which is located just 10 km from the town. There is no need to talk about the popularity of this place; Stonehenge has been attracting more than one generation of people interested in everything unknown. This excursion is a great opportunity to spend a day in non-capital England.

This is a bus tour from London that runs on Wednesdays and lasts 9 hours. The price of the excursion is 185 pounds per person. The group excursion is conducted in Russian. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

Bus tour to Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon

Oxford is a famous university town; it was founded back in the 9th century, so it is not surprising that there are so many attractions per square meter preserved here. Here you can see Kerfax Tower, Radcliffe Rotunda, Christ Church Colleges, Magdalene College and much more. Stratford-upon-Avon, in turn, is the birthplace of William Shakespeare, so most of the city's attractions are associated with him. And on the way from Oxford to Stratford you can admire the idyllic landscapes of the seaside town of Cotswold.

This is a group excursion from London, which is conducted in Russian. The excursion costs £175 per person. The duration of the bus tour is 8 hours. The tour runs on Mondays from 9am. Details of the excursion can be found on the excursion booking website.

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Practical and eventful travels to you!

London is an ancient royal capital, which is famous for its centuries-old traditions, enormous historical heritage, amazing architectural monuments, museums, palaces, parks, pubs and numerous famous attractions that are known all over the world and are considered the hallmarks of not only London itself, but the entire kingdom . Interesting and very beautiful places await you here at every turn, which is why excursions in London in Russian are very popular.

Do you want to get to know the cradle of the European monarchy? Then visit the palaces and residences of British kings, of which there are many, including the famous Buckingham Palace. Want to enjoy nature in the middle of a bustling European capital? Numerous parks with many beautiful plants are waiting for you! Are you interested in history and art? Many excursions in London in Russian include visits to museums, and along with getting to know the usual traditional museums, you can visit the Harry Potter Museum, Madame Tussauds, and also look into the Baker Street Museum. And this is just a small part of what awaits you in London!

Where to buy excursions in London in Russian

The British capital has quite a large number of places that you need to see with your own eyes, but how can you choose the most interesting sights specifically for you from all this diversity? Moreover, there should be a Russian-speaking guide who would talk about the city, the main milestones of its history, city and country, local residents, customs and rich architectural heritage. If you are interested in the question of where to buy excursions in London in Russian, then take a look at the websites of travel portals and.

There is a huge selection of a wide variety of excursion offers from local residents who will be able to show you London in all its glory. After reading the description, you can book the excursion you like, for the time and date you need. And when you arrive in London, you will no longer rack your brains about where to go and what to see, since you will already have a ready-made “walking” program!

Prices for excursions in London

An important nuance when choosing a particular excursion is its cost, and the tourist needs to select offers in advance in order to both invest in the vacation budget and see the sights of interest. How much do excursions cost in London? It depends on how long the excursion will take, what kind of entertainment program is prepared, as well as on many other factors. The minimum cost of an excursion in London is £15, while the most expensive offers exceed £490. One of the most affordable and popular excursions at £15 per person is "". Please note that the price is often indicated not in euros, as in other European countries, but in pounds. Tripster has a collection of special offers with impressive discounts.

Group excursions in London in Russian

On Sputnik you will find a large selection of group excursions to suit every taste, so you can easily choose the perfect option for exploring the English capital. Group excursions in London in Russian are often cheaper than individual excursions, and the price is per person. You can choose either a walking tour or a bus ride, get acquainted with the castles of monarchs and residences, visit the National Gallery or simply stroll through the beautiful historical center of the city. You can also go for a walk outside the city, and children will undoubtedly enjoy a trip to the magical world of Harry Potter at the Warner Brothers film studio. You can find popular group offers.

Individual excursions in London

The popular Tripster service offers a huge selection of individual excursions in different price categories and varying durations. Individual excursions in London allow you to walk with a guide in a small company, so you can chat with the guide, ask him all your questions, and for this you do not need to “stand in line” with him, and you will get most of the attention of your accompanying person. On Tripster you are guaranteed to find the best option for a walk in London or beyond. In addition to traditional tourist routes, there are also unusual excursions in London in Russian, so there will be plenty to choose from. You can see the entire list of available excursions.

If you're visiting London for the first time or just want a quick stroll through some of its most famous sites, a London sightseeing tour is perfect for you. You can look at all the reviews, but we will focus on only 3:

Experienced guides have prepared a rich program for you, during which you will visit the so-called “must-see” places, including Westminster Abbey and Tower Bridge, learn interesting stories from the life of the city, and also see “non-touristy” London. The guide will also try to bring you closer to the city; you will learn about where to visit and what to try. Excursions in London in Russian are conducted along two different routes, so you can choose one program and the next day another. Price of this excursion per person - £15.

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This sightseeing tour starts from Parliament Square, which offers excellent views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. After getting acquainted with Westminster Abbey, you will go to Whitehall Street, where the political life of the country is concentrated, see the place of execution of King Charles I, admire the Admiralty building, walk along the ancient Trafalgar Square, pass under the famous Admiralty Arch, see St. James and Buckingham palaces, learn a lot educational information and stories about the history of the city and its famous inhabitants. Worth the excursion £175 for up to 15 people.

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The City is an ancient part of London, which many residents call a separate city. Over its more than two thousand history, the city has experienced many ups and downs. It was once owned by the Romans, and now it is a major financial center, where the offices of large international corporations coexist with ancient churches and architectural monuments. From London Bridge you'll see the entire city and then set off to explore it. You will walk along the embankment, see the old fish market and the famous Gherkin high-rise, visit the ceremonial center of the City, see the remains of walls dating back to the times of the Roman rulers, and admire the view of the famous St. Paul's Cathedral. This walk through the oldest part of London for 1-2 people costs £60, and if there are more people in the group, then - £24 per tourist.

The travel service TEZ tour offers several options for bus tours around London, which will help you get to know the British capital better, see the main attractions and enjoy the special atmosphere of the city, which combines modernity and antiquity. A bus tour of London is a great opportunity to get to know the city in comfortable conditions. There are various routes presented here, so you can choose the best option for yourself. Some tours operate on double-decker buses with an open top deck, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the city while on the go. A sightseeing tour of London on a double-decker bus, which is one of the symbols of the city, will allow you to see the most famous places of the city in a short time, as well as learn interesting information about them.

We have selected for you 3 options for excursions in London in Russian to the most famous places in the capital that will certainly interest you:

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Having visited the world-famous Palace of Westminster, you will see with your own eyes where the meetings of the British Parliament take place, learn about the opening ceremony of its work and stroll through the ancient palace. The excursion "" will help you feel the incredible atmosphere of the palace and court intrigues, political battles and walk through the most beautiful halls of the palace. You will see the Royal Dressing Room and Gallery, the House of Lords, the Prince's Study, the House of Commons, Westminster Hall and other famous rooms of the palace. The price of this walk to the palace is £25 per tourist.

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It’s hard to even imagine excursions to the main attractions of London without visiting the famous Tower Castle! Now there is a unique museum here, as well as a royal treasury. During the "" program you will see samples of ancient weapons, jewelry and palace guards dressed in traditional clothes. Price for visiting the castle for 1 person – £50.

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Want to see Queen Elizabeth II's favorite residence? Then "" will help you realize this dream! You will stroll through the luxurious halls of the castle, which looks like a museum with numerous exhibitions, admire the luxurious royal apartments and visit the halls where state banquets and royal receptions are held. Trip price for one person – €60.

London is famous for its museums, and you should definitely visit at least a few of them during your stay in the capital. You can find out about the most interesting offers by clicking on.

In addition to exploring the art in countless museum exhibitions, you will also be interested in an excursion to the Harry Potter Museum in London. For children and adults who have read or watched films about the adventures of the famous wizard, it will be very interesting to go to "". The studio opened the filming pavilions where the famous Harry Potter films were made to guests. You can visit Hogwarts, visit the wise Dumbledore's office, stroll through the village of Hogsmeade, and even enjoy caramel beans and sugar feathers in the confectionery from the film. Here you will find real magic and the magical world of Hogwarts! The price of this journey per person – €110.

For fans of JK Rowling's work, the excursion "" will also be extremely interesting! You'll walk through the old town, find the entrance to Diagon Alley, visit Platform 9¾, see the entrance to the Ministry of Magic and try to exchange regular Muggle money for real Galleons! An amazing walk through the places of Harry Potter awaits you, and you will see that magic is always near us, even in a modern city! The price for this walk for 1-15 people is £180.

Guests of London will be interested not only in the capital itself, but also in other equally interesting places located nearby:

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Do you want to see one of the most famous mysterious monuments in the world? Then “Stonehenge and Bath in one day!” makes your wish come true! Excursions from London begin with a trip to Wiltshire, where the legendary Stonehenge, which is over 4 thousand years old, is located! And after getting acquainted with this amazing stone composition and a delicious lunch, you will stroll through the beautiful town of Bath, where not only are there many ancient monuments, but there are also healing hot springs. The cost of this excursion program for 1-8 people is £495.

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A trip to Oxford, one of the most famous ancient towns, will allow you to touch the student life of famous colleges, learn about the traditions of educational institutions, visit the most famous places of the city and look into the famous Oxford bar, visit the Ashmolean Museum, and get into the spirit of the old world famous British city . The price of an excursion for 1-5 people is £180, and if there are more tourists in the group, the price will be £36 for each.

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A tour to Cambridge will introduce you to one of the most famous universities not only in England, but also in the world! You will see famous places of the university, get acquainted with the life of students, find out how they relax and what they do in their free time from studying. You will see the “time waster” and feel the atmosphere of an old college town. Tour price for 1-10 tourists to Cambridge – £180.

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A trip to this ancient city will immerse you in the magical medieval atmosphere and the work of the great Dickens. Rochester is the birthplace of Charles Dickens, and everything here literally breathes his works, and many of the buildings and houses are inextricably linked with the characters of his novels. There's a local history museum, a twice-yearly Dickens Festival, many houses have commemorative plaques on them, and the magnificent Rocherster Castle. The tour is for 1-4 people and costs £29.

London is a huge city, life here is busy and full of entertainment. Tourists most often know only about the city, and many interesting things simply elude them. (individual, walking groups, whatever) help you save time and get to know the city better. We and our partners have selected for you the 10 most interesting excursions in London. Rest assured, it won’t be boring, mournful, monotonous or overloaded with insignificant historical facts!

From Big Ben to Buckingham

The ideal option for your first acquaintance with the capital of Foggy Albion is a walk through the central area of ​​the city. Here is the famous “English clock” Big Ben, located on one of the bell towers of the Palace of Westminster. The abbey is famous for the fact that it was there that the coronations of all English monarchs took place. Walking a little further, you can get straight to the gates of the most luxurious in Europe, at one time, of course, the Whitehall Palace. There you can hear the tragic life story of King Charles I and see with your own eyes the place of his execution.

The next point of the excursion is what is located on the “most” central one. By the way, the most visited museum, perhaps, among all the world's museums.

And finally, the very last, but most interesting point of the walk is the “place of residence” of the current queen.

Excursion cost: 24 euros per person. Duration: 3 hours. Bookyou can take a tour .

“Unusual” London: tour of Shoreditch

An ideal walk for those who want to get to know London better. Walking street art in Shoreditch is a unique opportunity not only to admire the works of world-famous “street” artists (E lMac, Conor Harrington, Stik, Jimmy C, Ben Eine), but also to hear the history of the movement, how and what the artists live, how auction houses “hunt” them, how “art wars” take place and much more.

Excursion cost: 21.6 euros per person. Duration: 3 hours. More details about the excursion.

Tea and coffee London

Tired? It's time to drink a cup of real coffee, or coffee. This is not for everyone. And learn many, many interesting “tea and coffee” stories and places. After drinking a cup or two of London's best coffee at a café on Borough Market, enjoying a croissant from the nearby Little Peddlar Baker, you'll head to Charles Dickens's favorite place - the coffee room. It has been preserved exactly as it was back in 1677.

Tour cost: 24 euros per person plus additional costs for coffee and tea. Duration: 3.5 hours. Book excursion

London for foodies: a walk through Bermondsey

After buying a bunch of goodies at the Saturday street gourmet market, which is located under the railway in the area, you will go to a small vintage goods store.

Then, on your way to the waterfront, stop to listen to live music and watch the swing dancers.

Then take a walk along Birdmonsey Street: visit the White Cube gallery of contemporary art, watch a glassblowing master class. During your walk, you will learn a lot of interesting things about the area.

Tour of “musical” London

To be in London and walk along Abbey Road, where the Beatles themselves walked (as captured in the notorious photo) is simply unforgivable. The next point of the walk will definitely be small ones, where you can meet almost any world celebrity.

The final destination could be attending any concert of your choice.

Excursion cost: €18 plus additional costs for concert tickets, transport, food and drink. Duration: 2 hours. Book this excursion.

"Prime Meridian" or excursion around Greenwich

On the way to your final destination, the Prime Meridian, which runs through the courtyard of the local observatory, you will visit many interesting places: Greenwich Park, an underground tunnel under the Thames River, Blackheath meadow, a gourmet and antique market. During the walk, you will have the opportunity to admire the Cutty Sark, which recently opened after reconstruction.

Excursion cost: 30 euros per person. Duration: 3 hours. Details look .

Tour of Scotland Yard

During the walk, you will visit all the significant crime scenes in the history of the city: the pub where the serial killer plied his trade, Charing Cross Station, where the Prime Minister and ally of Margaret Thatcher was killed, the theater on the stage of which one of the famous actors of his time was killed.

Excursion cost: 24 euros per person (only for persons over 16 years old). Duration: 3 hours. Book an excursion You can .

A tour of Dalston: the coolest area of ​​the city

The area has this status according to the magazines: The Guardian and Vogue. This is the residence and permanent hangout of musicians, artists and photographers of the British capital. Here you can meet, for example, the world famous Gilbert and George.

The final destination of the walk will certainly be a shop of oriental sweets and a very “ancient” Afro-Caribbean bazaar, where you can buy a lot of all sorts of goodies.

Excursion cost: 42 euros per person. Duration: 3 hours. Book now.

: walk along the south bank of the Thames

On a walk through perhaps the most “contrasting” area of ​​London, where old centuries-old buildings coexist with constructivism of the 70s, you will visit:

• BFI Cinema;
• A book flea market where you can buy rare history books, for example;
• Tate Modern gallery of contemporary art;
• One of the oldest churches in London;
• Borough Food Market;
• Neals Yard, where you can taste delicious Somerset cheddar;
• One of the oldest pubs in the British capital, where you will be served delicious food.

Excursion cost: 24 euros per person. Duration: 3.5 hours. More details read .

Walk around Charing Cross and West End

A very rich excursion with new impressions, the path of which will pass through: Craven Street, where you will be able to admire the wonderful English houses, including the only surviving house of the notorious Benjamin Franklin. The further path will pass by the Playhouse Theater and the Horse Guards Parade Parade. Next, you will have the opportunity to admire the beauty of St. James Park.

Walk along street Orange and you will come straight to the National Portrait Gallery, with a collection of portraits of world-famous British personalities.

The final destination of the walk will be the quiet street of antique lovers - Ceil Court.

Excursion cost: 24 euros per person. Duration: 3 hours. Book an excursion You can .

You can find a complete list of all excursions in London.

Enjoy your walks around London!