Skip the Line: 2023’s Best Private Tours to Top London Attractions
London, the city of timeless charm and rich history, is brimming with attractions that draw millions of tourists each year. However, the popularity of these attractions often means lengthy queues. But fret not, as we bring you a curated list of top London attractions for the summer of 2023, where you can skip the queue and dive straight into the experience.
First Access: Tower of London Tour with Crown Jewels
Kick-start your day with an early morning tour of the historic Tower of London. This tour offers first access to the Crown Jewels, allowing you to marvel at these priceless symbols of the British monarchy without the usual crowds. You’ll also explore the White Tower and the Tower Green, learning about their rich history from your expert guide.
Tower of London Opening Ceremony and Royal Westminster Tour
Experience the centuries-old tradition of the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, known as the ‘unlocking’. This tour also includes a visit to the Royal Westminster, where you’ll learn about the history of the British monarchy and the workings of the UK Parliament.
Private Tour of the British Museum
The British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artefacts. This private tour, led by an expert guide, takes you through the museum’s highlights, including the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Egyptian mummies.
Churchill War Rooms and London Highlights Tour
Step back in time and explore the underground bunker where Winston Churchill and his wartime government directed the course of the Second World War. The tour also includes visits to other iconic London landmarks.
Private Tour of London’s Kensington and Natural History Museum
Discover the wonders of our precious planet at London’s Natural History Museum, considered the largest and most important centre for research into natural history and sciences in the world. The museum is filled with mind-boggling treasures, from fossils of gargantuan Jurassic beasts to the rarest glittering gemstones.
Private Harry Potter Locations Tour
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter with this tour of the places in London that have been used for filming the famous saga. Visit places like platform 9 and 3/4, the home of Sirius Black, Diagon Alley, Gringott Bank, and the Ministry of Magic.
Private Tour of Central London with Expert Guide
Explore the most famous landmarks in London and its most famous monuments and buildings. Walk the streets of the centre as we will tell you many anecdotes and legends about the local traditions. You’ll see London Eye, Elizabeth Tower, Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden and much more.
In the Footsteps of Jane Austen
This private tour is dedicated to Jane Austen’s places in London. You will discover a part of Jane unknown to the most, living London in all its splendour and setting various scenes from her novels there.
Private Tour of Natural History Museum
Explore the Natural History Museum with us. Learn about the main attractions of this institution: the Dinosaurs. We will see many fossils and skeletons of these creatures. The museums is not just about this, it also hosts galleries dedicated to minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes and much more.
Skip the Line Westminster Abbey Tour with Jubilee Galleries
While others stand in queue, you’ll head straight into Westminster Abbey. See the Coronation Chair where British Monarchs sit to be crowned. Venture inside the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries closed for the past 700 years and only recently opened to the public. Hear tales of coronations, royal weddings, monarchs, soldiers, heroes, villains, and more as you explore England’s most important Gothic building from top to bottom.
PhD Guided Private Tour: Westminster Abbey
Your private tour is guided by Dr. Geoff, who has a Ph.D. in Medieval History from the University of Oxford – specialising in Medieval Church Architecture. You get a comprehensive and thorough tour ofthe Abbey and its many phases that began in the 11th century. You will learn about how this marvel was built, and why it is a Gothic masterpiece. Marvel at the list of kings, queens, and the greatest Britons who are buried within its walls, over the last 1,000 years.
In conclusion, London is a city that never ceases to amaze. With these skip-the-line tours, you can make the most of your time in the city, immersing yourself in its history, culture, and magic without the hassle of waiting in long queues. Whether you’re a history buff, a fan of literature, or simply a curious traveller, these tours offer unique and unforgettable experiences. So, pack your bags and get ready to explore London like never before this summer!