London's Longest Walking Tour
Great London Tours
Join London's most epic walking tour - an 11km route through the most famous streets, local secrets and the very best landmarks in the city. Designed for active travellers, it's the perfect introduction to one of the world's greatest cities! With a fun and knowledgeable local guide, you'll weave your way through Westminster before crossing the river for a lunch break at the famous Borough Market. We'll then make our way through the oldest part of London and finish by crossing iconic Tower Bridge. And if you're feeling thirsty, why not join us for a drink in one of the city's oldest pubs at the finish line?!
Departure Point
- We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
Return Details
- We'll end the tour outside a great local pub after crossing Tower Bridge - it's the perfect place for a refreshing post-walk pint or some filling local food!
Duration
3 hours - 5 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Banksy Tunnel
We begin our hike at easy-to-reach Waterloo Station. Meet your friendly hike guide, stretch those legs and off we go! We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - a graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: London Eye
Westminster Bridge Road, Riverside Building, County Hall, London
Reaching the southern bank of the River Thames, we see the iconic big wheel before crossing Westminster Bridge
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Big Ben
Parliament Square, Elizabeth Tower - Palace of Westminster, London
Cross the river the Westminster and stop for a photo with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Westminster Abbey
20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London
Pass through busy Parliament Square to see the famous statues and take a picture with beautiful Westminster Abbey
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Horse Guards Whitehall, , London
Next, we walk up Whitehall past 10 Downing Street (home to the UK Prime Minister) on our way to opulent Horse Guards Parade. See the King's Life Guard on horseback as we pass the grand old buildings and walk through the parade ground.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. James's Park
Horse Guards Road, The Storeyard, London
We hike through stunning St. James's Park on our way to the Palace. This colourful garden used to be a private playground for Royals, and is home to diverse plants and birds from all over the world (including the famous pelicans and swans!)
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Buckingham Palace
Spur Road, London
We'll make a quick photo stop at the home of the King!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. James's Palace
Marlborough Road, London
Dating back 500 years, this classic palace was once the official home of England's kings and queens.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Sq, London
We'll walk through Britain's most famous public square to see Nelson's Column, National Gallery and the beautiful statues and fountains
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Cleopatra's Needle
Thames Embankment, , London
A landmark older than London itself! This gift from Egypt is one of the city's secret wonders.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard, London
Britain's largest cathedral can be seen from miles away, but is even more spectacular close up
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Millennium Bridge
Thames Embankment, London
We walk south and cross the river again using the walkway known locally as "Wobbly Bridge"! Harry Potter fans will also recognise this landmark.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe Walk, , London
Stroll along the south bank of the River Thames, where Shakespeare once led a cultural revolution
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Borough Market
8 Southwark Street, , London
We'll take a break at London's most famous food market! Here, you'll have around 45 minutes to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Fish St. Hill, , London
Entering the City of London (one of the city's oldest and most important areas), we'll make a quick stop to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Roman wall ofLondonium
London Tower, London
We'll pass through our favourite secret London park on our way to see one of the last remaining sections of the city's original Roman walls
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tower of London
London
Our route takes us around the outer wall of the 900-year-old Tower of London!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge Road, London
A real must-do experience.... Our final stretch takes us across the iconic Tower Bridge! We finish near a great local pub - as all good British hikes should! Grab a pint or some pub grub to recharge
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A reasonable fitness level is recommended. We move at around average walking pace for approx. 2.5 hours, take a lunch break, then walk another hour to the finish.
- Friendly, knowledgeable local guide
- Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!
- Stop for lunch at London's best food market
- End at our favourite local pub (optional)
- Epic guided walk through London (approx. 11km)
Exclusions
- Food and drink (bring water and cash/card)
- Entry to landmarks (the walk shows you the key sights from the outside only)
Redemption Instructions
Simply show your booking confirmation to the guide!
We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Great London Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Join London's most epic walking tour - an 11km route through the most famous streets, local secrets and the very best landmarks in the city. Designed for active travellers, it's the perfect introduction to one of the world's greatest cities! With a fun and knowledgeable local guide, you'll weave your way through Westminster before crossing the river for a lunch break at the famous Borough Market. We'll then make our way through the oldest part of London and finish by crossing iconic Tower Bridge. And if you're feeling thirsty, why not join us for a drink in one of the city's oldest pubs at the finish line?!
Departure Point
- We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
Return Details
- We'll end the tour outside a great local pub after crossing Tower Bridge - it's the perfect place for a refreshing post-walk pint or some filling local food!
Duration
3 hours - 5 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Banksy Tunnel
We begin our hike at easy-to-reach Waterloo Station. Meet your friendly hike guide, stretch those legs and off we go! We'll start with a walk to the river through the "Banksy Tunnel" - a graffiti-covered underpass that's a real secret London treat!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: London Eye
Westminster Bridge Road, Riverside Building, County Hall, London
Reaching the southern bank of the River Thames, we see the iconic big wheel before crossing Westminster Bridge
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Big Ben
Parliament Square, Elizabeth Tower - Palace of Westminster, London
Cross the river the Westminster and stop for a photo with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Westminster Abbey
20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London
Pass through busy Parliament Square to see the famous statues and take a picture with beautiful Westminster Abbey
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Horse Guards Whitehall, , London
Next, we walk up Whitehall past 10 Downing Street (home to the UK Prime Minister) on our way to opulent Horse Guards Parade. See the King's Life Guard on horseback as we pass the grand old buildings and walk through the parade ground.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. James's Park
Horse Guards Road, The Storeyard, London
We hike through stunning St. James's Park on our way to the Palace. This colourful garden used to be a private playground for Royals, and is home to diverse plants and birds from all over the world (including the famous pelicans and swans!)
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Buckingham Palace
Spur Road, London
We'll make a quick photo stop at the home of the King!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. James's Palace
Marlborough Road, London
Dating back 500 years, this classic palace was once the official home of England's kings and queens.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Sq, London
We'll walk through Britain's most famous public square to see Nelson's Column, National Gallery and the beautiful statues and fountains
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Cleopatra's Needle
Thames Embankment, , London
A landmark older than London itself! This gift from Egypt is one of the city's secret wonders.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard, London
Britain's largest cathedral can be seen from miles away, but is even more spectacular close up
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Millennium Bridge
Thames Embankment, London
We walk south and cross the river again using the walkway known locally as "Wobbly Bridge"! Harry Potter fans will also recognise this landmark.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe Walk, , London
Stroll along the south bank of the River Thames, where Shakespeare once led a cultural revolution
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Borough Market
8 Southwark Street, , London
We'll take a break at London's most famous food market! Here, you'll have around 45 minutes to explore, grab some great food, and have a little rest before the final part of the walk.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Fish St. Hill, , London
Entering the City of London (one of the city's oldest and most important areas), we'll make a quick stop to learn about the Great Fire of 1666.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Roman wall ofLondonium
London Tower, London
We'll pass through our favourite secret London park on our way to see one of the last remaining sections of the city's original Roman walls
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tower of London
London
Our route takes us around the outer wall of the 900-year-old Tower of London!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge Road, London
A real must-do experience.... Our final stretch takes us across the iconic Tower Bridge! We finish near a great local pub - as all good British hikes should! Grab a pint or some pub grub to recharge
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A reasonable fitness level is recommended. We move at around average walking pace for approx. 2.5 hours, take a lunch break, then walk another hour to the finish.
- Friendly, knowledgeable local guide
- Close-up views of all of Central London’s major landmarks!
- Stop for lunch at London's best food market
- End at our favourite local pub (optional)
- Epic guided walk through London (approx. 11km)
Exclusions
- Food and drink (bring water and cash/card)
- Entry to landmarks (the walk shows you the key sights from the outside only)
Redemption Instructions
Simply show your booking confirmation to the guide!
We'll meet inside Waterloo Train Station, next to Boots Pharmacy (between the entrances to platforms 11 and 12). Your guide will be holding a flag.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Great London Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Need To Know Info
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.