Ancient London: Guided Tour through Historic Churches and Tudor Architecture
4.9
70 Ratings
Greater London
Uncover the secrets of ancient London on a guided tour through historic churches, Tudor architecture, and significant landmarks. Explore the city's bloody history and discover hidden gems along the way.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • WIlliam Wallace Memorial - See the place where Braveheart met his grisly end.
  • Church of St. Bartholomew the Great - Walk through through the churchyard of this impressive medieval site where Four Weddings and a Funeral was filmed.
  • Postman’s Park - Spend time at one of the most touching memorials in London.
  • Guildhall - Visit the gorgeous hidden gem in the City of London and locate the site of the long lost Roman Ampitheatre.
  • Smithfield Market - Pass through the market used in London for over 800 years
What's Included
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

As you traverse the oldest district of London, you’ll encounter remnants of historical churches, beautiful ancient pubs, and Tudor-style buildings. The tranquil lanes of this area carry traces of the most profound and violent episodes in England’s history, including the Blitz, the Great Fire, the Plague, and numerous executions. Visit the commemorations to the Protestant Martyrs burned at the stake by Bloody Mary Tudor, learn about the demise of William Wallace, and identify the location of the most significant Black Death burial ground in London. However, it’s not all dark and gruesome, as our journey will take us through the city’s most stunning Tudor passage, navigate ancient alleyways preserved for 400 years, and allow us to see the church featured in the movie ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’. We will step inside the remains of a church devastated during the Blitz, and be guided into a park bearing a remarkably touching tribute to personal sacrifice. The tour is approximately one and a half hours, offering a unique perspective on London’s fascinating past, that’s bound to leave an enduring imprint.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Barbican
Aldersgate Street
We meet outside Barbican underground station. Please note if the station is closed then you can walk to the meeting point from St Paul's Cathedral underground station. Your guide will be carrying a Fun London Tours flag.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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X1673pgbenjaminl
May 9, 2024
Brilliant tour - Rosie led an informative and entertaining tour around parts of London you might not think to stop in. As Londoners ourselves there was so much we learnt which we otherwise would not have come across. Recommend this for tourists and locals alike, you will definitely learn something new and enjoy yourselves along the way.
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141callumm
May 4, 2024
Jess is the best! - Jess the tour guide was a brilliant host filled with great facts and went at a pace that was inclusive for all- couldn’t recommend highly enough!
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Lisa_c
Apr 21, 2024
Excellent - Our guide Jess was an engaging storyteller and enthusiast for the neighborhoods and lesser known sites and historical tales he relished in telling. The tour covered a fair amount of ground but included many stops, often with a bench available. Highly recommended!
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Jan_s
Apr 20, 2024
Learn a lot, laugh a lot - Rosie is a wonderful storyteller. She was very knowledgeable and funny. You can tell she loves her job! We were able to quite a few places we have never been or would know to go to. The walk was easy, never tiring. Highly recommend. I will definitely go on another tour with Rosie.
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423zoeb
Apr 18, 2024
Rosie! - Rosie was a treat! So fun and incredibly knowledgeable, highly recommend! Such great history and information on all aspects from the Roman’s to current day.
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Mark
Apr 14, 2024
Fantastic Tour - Our tour guide was Rosie. She was energetic, witty, knowledgeable and great fun. The tour was superb, informative and thought provoking. We visited back street places we didn’t know existed and learned so much that you otherwise wouldn’t pick up. The tour covered the entire history of the City of London from Roman Britain through medieval times and upto post WW2. This is a must if you’re visiting the city and would definitely recommend
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E8485orrachelp
Apr 6, 2024
Fantastic! - So, so interesting! Jess, the guide was knowledgeable, interesting, friendly - made a great day out! Didn’t have to walk too far and the pace was dictated to by the group. Only downside was that it wasn’t long enough! Could have listened to Jess all day!!
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Jenniferh1630
Apr 6, 2024
Awesome tour - Really excellent tour, very informative and fascinating locations. Covered some really special places with full explanations.
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Stephanie_c
Apr 3, 2024
Great Walking Tour - Took the tour with my two teenage sons, and they declared it their favorite thing they did during their London trip. The tour guide shared great historical information and stories that kept them interested and talking about it still days later. Highly recommend.
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Pat_g
May 12, 2024
Good tour - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and willing to share information. Enthusiastic and clearly enjoyed the subject.
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