London is one of the most walkable capitals in the world. London is in many ways the anti-L.A. because here, people seem to think you’re crazy if you drive a car about town. Nothing, therefore, quite allows you to experience a city like a nice long walk around. After all, London was there long before any form of private or public transport.
While bus and boat tours can be great, there is nothing like a walking tour of London. There are many tours available, from basic sightseeing trips to more specialized theme tours. We review some of the top-ranked London walking tours.
Harry Potter Walking Tour
Anyone who has seen the adventures of The Boy Who Lived will be familiar with London. This 150-minute journey will take you from DiagonAlley to The Leaky Cauldron and Platform 9 3/4. Muggles have a limited view of the world, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the magic atmosphere.
Historic Pub Walking Tour
It’s possible to spend many years exploring London’snumerous pubs but not get the whole picture. This two-hour tour is a good start. On a walking tour that takes you from the ancient Southwark to the WestEnd, you’ll find at least four of the capital’s most historic pubs.
Learn about the history of these buildings and the differences between Elizabethan coaching pubs and Victorian gin palaces. You can also visit Charles Dickens’ favorite watering holes and enjoy a pint if you desire.
Private Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour
This private, three-hour walking tour takes you through the world of Arthur Conan Doyle’s Great Detective. Your guide will take you to the Sherlock Holmes Museum, located at Holmes’ residence at 221b Baker Street.
You can visit the famous London landmarks featured in the BenedictCumberbatch-starring adaptation of ‘Sherlock,’ such as Russell Square and NewScotland Yard. You will also be able to enjoy behind-the-scenes stories from the set.