The Banqueting House, Whitehall, is the grandest and best known survivor of the architectural genre of banqueting house. It is the only remaining component of the Palace of Whitehall, the residence of English monarchs from 1530 to 1698. The building is important in the history of English architecture as the first structure to be completed in the neo-classical style, which was to transform English architecture.Begun in 1619 and designed by Inigo Jones in a style influenced by Andrea Palladio, the Banqueting House was completed in 1622 at a cost of £15,618, 27 years before King Charles I of England was beheaded on a scaffold in front of it in January 1649.
Banqueting House
Amusement Parks & Rides •
London,
England
$40
Changing of Horse Guard & Buckingham Palace with Funny Historian
This is LAUGH-OUT-LOUD HISTORY tour combined with THE BEST OF ROYAL WESTMINSTER and CHANGING OF THE HORSE GUARDS. If you are visiting London for the first time (or second, third, fourth, fifth time, etc), this is the walk to do. Of course you’ll see the Horse Guards come on duty. Of course you’ll visit Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Horse Guards, St James’s, Clarence House, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Of course there’ll be FOUR royal palaces and TWO World Heritage Sites, and ONE fantastic guide. All of that goes without saying. But! You will also learn loads, laugh loads and spend a surprising amount of time thinking, “Gosh, I am having the best time ever!” This is the KING of all royal tours. And if your tour doesn’t live up to this description, your guide's imprisonment in the Tower of London is guaranteed.
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$436
Private Guided Tour of Royal London
This private walking tour of the heart of historic London is perfect for new or experienced travellers who want something really special and unique. Your private expert guide will showcase some of London's top attractions, including the Houses of Parliament, 10 Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, and Buckingham Palace, while discussing the significance behind these world-class landmarks. From Westminster Abbey, the site of every English coronation for almost a millennium, to the grand spectacle of the elite guards outside the royal palaces, you'll see the city in a whole new light after this incredible and enriching experience.
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$54
Discover the Secrets of Whitehall
I've worked in this industry a long time and I'm done with people giving rubbish service and just taking the money. What's make us unique is that I actually care about you getting a great experience. I love history and love living in London and I want to share it. No quibble refunds if you are not happy for any reason, clear instructions and communication for how to meet your guide, routes that are off the beaten tourist track as well as the big highlights. History that makes you think. These are the kind of tours I want to go on. People say that history is boring, you know that's not true, come see some with us!
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$708
Private Guided London Highlights Walking Tour
This private walking tour of the heart of historic London is perfect for new or experienced travelers who want something really special and unique. Your private expert guide will showcase some of London's top attractions, including the Houses of Parliament, 10 Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, and Buckingham Palace while discussing the significance behind these world-class landmarks. From Westminster Abbey, the site of every English coronation for almost a millennium, to the grand spectacle of the elite guards outside the royal palaces, you'll see the city in a whole new light after this incredible and enriching experience. In the afternoon, we'll show you gems such as St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, showing the broad span of the history of this metropolis.
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$19
Charles I Monster or Martyr Walking Tour
Walk the last route of unhappy Charles I and find out about what brought him to his grisly end. Finish by coming face to face with the man himself, and some of his enemies, as depicted at the time in the National Portrait Gallery.
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$19
London Tour - Buckingham Palace to Big Ben & Westminster Abbey
Discover London’s top sights on this guided walking tour from Buckingham Palace to Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. Widely considered one of the best walking tours of London, this tour is the definitive introduction to London's most famous and iconic landmarks. Your expert local tour guide will weave centuries of royal and political history into every stop, with memorable photo opportunities at Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and St James’s Palace. Guests joining the tour on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday may catch part of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (subject to the ceremony schedule). You'll continue your walking tour through the Royal Parks to Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade and the Prime Minister’s residence on Downing Street and catch a glimpse of the London Eye, as your guide’s fascinating storytelling brings each landmark and the history of London to life. Finish at Parliament Square where you can capture stunning photos of Big Ben and Westminster Abbey.
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$544
"The Darkest Hour": Private Half-Day Black Cab Tour in London
""Darkest Hour" is a 2017 British war drama film which received 6 nominations for Academy Awards and an Oscar for Best Leading Actor, and on this tour, your driver-guide will take you to movie spots that will repeat the experience offscreen. Step into an iconic London black cab and immerse yourself in the history of the capital with a half-day tour of "Darkest Hour" filming locations. With an expert driver-guide at the wheel, you will visit some of the most iconic sites of the movie, from the Houses of Parliament to the Cabinet War Rooms. Pass by the places where Churchill stood and spoke to the people of Britain during the country's darkest hour and get a feel for the resilience and determination that helped shape the course of history. This tour is a must-do for history buffs and movie lovers alike. It features a knowledgeable guide who provides historical context and entertaining anecdotes.
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$102
London Royal Landmarks Walking Tour
Our guaranteed small group tours are led by some of the most experienced guides in the industry. Their knowledge and passion will bring the story of London to life, against the backdrop of the city's most iconic locations. Our carefully curated tour will give you the most in-depth overview possible in a day, and showcase where you will want to visit inside.
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$29
London Highlights Evening Walking Tour
A CALMER SIDE OF LONDON: EVENING IN WESTMINSTER AS THE DAY WINDS DOWN: A SMALL-GROUP walk through Westminster at a relaxed and civilised hour. See London’s most famous landmarks as the crowds fade and the atmosphere becomes CALM. YOUR GUIDE: Personally led by CHRISTOPHER, an EXPERIENCED WESTMINSTER GUIDE. A calm, thoughtful and PERSONAL introduction to the royal and political heart of London. British, raised and educated in England, he speaks with a clear ENGLISH ACCENT and brings a university-trained eye for ACCURACY, DETAIL and STORYTELLING. A VISUAL JOURNEY THROUGH TIME: I share curated iPad images that bring London's history to life. THE ROUTE (6.30pm - 8pm): ROYAL LONDON: Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace and The Mall. POLITICAL HEART: Horse Guards, Downing Street, the Cenotaph and Parliament. ICONIC LANDMARKS: Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. SMALL GROUP: Maximum 8 guests SMART FINISH: Approx. 8pm outside Westminster Abbey, with time for onward plans.
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$319
3 hours private walking tour of London
Private walking tour of London specifically designed to avoid big crowds and keep social distance. During this tour you will see the most famous landmarks of central London such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and more. You will also visit Trafalgar square and finish the tour near the National Gallery.
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