• St Alphage Garden with ruins of St Alphage Church - The journey begins in the Salters Garden, where the histories of various peoples, from Roman to Norman, converge.
• Roman city wall - The oldest section of the wall is this Fort.
• St. Giles Cripplegate - One of the oldest medieval churches in the City, dating back to Norman times, and once the site of an older Saxon Church.
• Salter’s Hall Garden - The Roman wall is a physical structure that has fortified the City of London against external influences since its construction by the Romans. We also explore the Celtic people, the indigenous inhabitants who prompted the Romans to fortify Londinium with the wall.

Having set the scene, we turn to Salter’s Hall to explore London’s history of Trade, Governance, and Sacrifice over the years. Salter’s Hall is ranked 9th among the 12 most significant Livery companies (formerly known as Guilds).

• Brewers’ Hall - The livery company that established the standard for brewing!
• St Mary Aldermanbury Garden - The ruins of this ancient church derive their name from the ancient court or bery of the aldermen, now held at the Guildhall. Today, the garden hosts memorials to Shakespeare and two legends from different Livery companies.
• City of London - The municipal governing body of the City of London and the historic center of London.
• Guildhall - The town hall of the City of London has occupied its current site since at least the 13th century. We explore its history and mythology, influenced by Greek, Roman, Saxon, and Norman cultures.
• St. Lawrence Jewry - The official church of the City of London Corporation commemorates the saint who helped Christianity flourish through a sacrifice that was unforgettable.
• Guildhall Art Gallery - Home to the Roman Amphitheatre.
• St. Margaret Lothbury Church - This church represents two of the Wards of the City of London, and we examine how livery companies earned the title of ‘Worshipful’ companies.
• The Royal Exchange - Built by a legendary figure for adventurers to gather. These individuals went on to shape the new world. We also discover the significance of the golden grasshopper atop it!
• Mansion House of City of London - At the helm of governance is The Lord Mayor of the City of London, who also serves as an international ambassador for the UK’s financial and professional services sector. This is his residence.
• London Troops War Memorial - Surrounded by a circle of 12 dragon lampposts representing the 12 great livery companies, we highlight some notable figures commemorated in this area, concluding with the story of the Minotaur.
• Bank of England - We examine this influential, traditional yet forward-thinking institution. The golden statue on top tells an intriguing story.

• Multilingual - Just tell us the language in advance
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The story of London’s origins, the city that influenced the world’s largest empire, ignited the Industrial Revolution, and set the standard for modern central banks.
Its history began more than a thousand years before Westminster Abbey was constructed, with the Roman invasion and the building of the Wall to safeguard this crucial settlement.
Within these ancient confines, distinctive traditions and resilience thrived, turning London into a global powerhouse.

Highlights:

• Follow London’s journey from its Celtic beginnings through the Roman, Saxon, Viking, and Norman periods.
• Uncover its resistance to royal power and its role in the development of democracy.
• Explore the birthplace of the Magna Carta and its evolution into a global empire.
• Observe resilience through times of plague, fire, and revolution.
• Discover the dragon emblem and its lasting importance.

Ideal for history enthusiasts and inquisitive travelers, this expert-led tour brings London’s captivating history and enduring myths to life.

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