4.9
Full Coverage London City Tour
- 5 hours
- City Highlight Tours
- London
Choose one of 8 locals available
Experience hosted by Kemal, Gregory & other locals
- Private Tour
- Carbon Neutral
- Destination
- London, England
- Category
- City Highlight Tours
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Transport mode
- Walking tour
- Available languages
- Deutsch, English, Português, العربية, Türkçe
- Included
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- Private guide
- 1 Local snack or drink
- Public transport
- All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
- Excluded
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- Entrance tickets
6 reasons to book this tour
- All the must-see sights & highlights
- Tons of local insights & hidden gems
- Take your time to discover London
- Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
- Connect with your local private host
- Inspiring stories on the city’s history & culture
What you can expect
If you're wondering how to get a broader picture of London, you only need this private city tour and a knowledgeable city expert by your side! Go to the city's must-sees and cover more ground on this extended city tour of London. See the essentials and learn what makes London such a fascinating place, from the most interesting landmarks to hidden gems, local food recommendations, and inspiring stories.
Get to know London like the back of your hand and let your local host give you a more in-depth understanding of the city. Check out Westminster Abbey, Downing street 10, and Buckingham Palace, and many more highlights that your host has in store for you. Embrace the local culture as you get orientated with the city, thanks to the incredible insights, stories, and recommendations of the local host of your choice.
What makes this tour more attractive is each one of the hosts available will show you their city. Depending on the host, your tour will vary according to their expertise and passion, of course, also taking into consideration your interests and requests, making it a more personal and fulfilling experience. The best way to discover London in just one day!
After this complete London tour, you can enjoy the rest of your stay going further, off the beaten path, and taking in the local culture. So, why not a food tour or an evening experience? Now that you know everything about London, it's time for you to enjoy it away from the touristy spots!
Any questions? Pick your favorite local and go ahead, ask them about anything that pops into your mind. Get all the answers you need for the perfect London trip. Locals always know best. Did you know that this private tour can be personalized? Yes! Get in touch with your local host, and they'll make your wishes come true.
Choose your local
Get to know these 8 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
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Kemal
The Photo Journalist
5.030 reviewsالعربية・English・Türkçe -
Gregory
The Urbanist
4.9158 reviewsDeutsch・English・Português -
David
The History Walker
5.030 reviewsEnglish -
Sophie
The Friendly Raconteur
4.916 reviewsEnglish -
Anthony
The Londoner
4.9208 reviewsEnglish -
Cory
The History Lover
4.918 reviewsEnglish・Türkçe -
Chris
The London Historian
4.9109 reviewsEnglish -
Sorcha
Tea and scandal
5.038 reviewsEnglish
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
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Meeting point
Meet at In front of The Spy Bar - London to start your journey
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Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
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City Highlights
See Westminster Abbey, Downing street 10, Buckingham Palace, and more must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect overview to what makes London so special -
Hidden Gems
long the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists get to experience -
Special Treat
Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions -
More Things to See
With more time, you’ll have the chance to enter some of the landmarks and attractions your host has planned for you. Get in touch with the host of your choice to hear more about their plan -
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
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Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
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Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
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Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Jonathan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 May 2025
Chris did a great job with our full day tour. He clearly knows London quite well and was able to answer all of our questions. He was also very mindful of my two kids and tailored the tour to suit our needs. I highly recommend him for those looking for a tour.Knowlegable, polite and patient!
Claudia🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
16 May 2025
Wir waren 8 Personen und machten die 5 Stundentour mit Gregory.
Es war ein sehr informativer Trip kreuz und quer durch die Stadt. Gregory hat uns viel Interssantes erzählt und ist ein ganz lieber und aufgeschlossener Guide!!!
Es war es auf jeden Fall Wert!!
Danke Gregory Londontrip
Marco🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
5 May 2025
Dear Gregory,
Thank you so much for the wonderful afternoon and evening. The five hours flew by. It was beautiful, warm, informative, and special. Greg shows London in a variety of ways, not just the touristy London. Luckily, we had booked nice weather, and he fulfilled that wish as well. We highly recommend booking the tour. Greg's German is fantastic. Thanks again for the wonderful time, and we wish you all the best. If we're ever in London again, we look forward to seeing you.
Best wishes from Mannheim
Reni, Manu, Martin, and MarcoWonderful London with a wonderful guide :)
Unknown
(About local )
4 May 2025
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit (5Stunden)mit Greg!!!! Die Zeit verging wie im Fluge!!!!!Er zeigte uns Orte die wir alleine niemals gesehen hätten. Wenn wir wieder in London sind werden wir Wieder eine Tour mit ihm machen Unvergesslich…
Mandy
(About local )
14 April 2025
We could not have had a better day in London with Sorcha! She made the entire day from start to finish special for us. She listens, and makes sure the day is exactly what you wanted. And she’s a wonderful photographer!! Thank you Sorcha! Do it! Super fun day in London!
Luis🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
6 June 2025
If you're looking to experience Shoreditch beyond the guidebooks and Instagram hotspots, Anthony’s walking tour is an absolute must. From the moment we began, it was clear that this wasn't just a job for him—it was a passion project. With an infectious enthusiasm for the quirky, the forgotten, and the fleeting, Anthony brought the streets of East London to life in a way few others could.
What sets this tour apart is Anthony’s eye for the hidden details most would miss. He led us down quiet alleys and past unassuming buildings, revealing layers of history, culture, and creativity. His knowledge of Shoreditch’s ever-evolving street art scene was incredible—not just the big names like Banksy, but the emerging artists, political messages, and even the pieces that might disappear by next week. It felt like we were seeing a living, breathing gallery.
Anthony also has a knack for storytelling, weaving in anecdotes about the area’s rebellious past, eccentric residents, and how Shoreditch continues to reinvent itself. His deep respect for the neighborhood’s character, both old and new, shone through in every stop and story.
If you're curious, creative, or just tired of cookie-cutter tours, this is the one to book.
Unknown
(About local )
5 June 2025
We really enjoyed the tour with Gregory. He gave us a very personal and individual introduction to the city of London. He adapted the route to our needs and was a humorous and friendly guide.
Thanks for the tips and the insight into your London life!Interesting And Personal
Leann 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 June 2025
Loved Anthony’s energy and humor. Was a great time. Would recommend! Great food Tour!
Eugene 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 June 2025
Chris was a wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable guide. We covered from Roman times to the present, all within the few blocks enclosed by St Paul’s Cathedral, Guildhall and the Royal Exchange. We learned a lot! We had not appreciated until then that London City is just a small part of London. Great historical tour of London City
Kerstin 🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
31 May 2025
Gregory war unglaublich sympathisch, freundlich und hilfsbereit. Er hat mit allen Mitgliedern unsere Kleingruppe gesprochen, sich sehr für uns interessiert und sprach offen über seine Erfahrungen. Viele Tipps für weitere Places to go in London haben wir erhalten. Da es einen kleinen Unfall in unserer Kleingruppe gab, verlief die Führung anders, als sicherlich geplant. Hier war Gregory unglaublich hilfsbereit und sehr rücksichtsvoll.Supersympathisch und hilfsbereit
gneves🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 May 2025
Highly recommend, he was great with our 8 year old daughter. He’s an amazing storyteller and knows the city in and out doing a comprehensive tour in 3 hours. Amazing tour!
Bailey🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 May 2025
I booked a private tour with Chris for our group of 11 adults & 1 baby. Chris was a fantastic guide! He is very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. We learned a lot on our tour and it was overall the highlight of our time in London! He was also very accommodating to our group, especially the baby. I highly recommend booking a tour with Chris!Great experience! Highly recommend.
Terri🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 May 2025
Chris was a great guide! We had planned an afternoon Kickstart tour and had some check in issues at our Airbnb so we were a bit late getting started. Chris was very adaptable - waited for us while we grabbed a quick bite to eat and re-arranged some of his planned tour. He provided a great overview of London - particularly in the government area and gave us useful recommendations as to travel and restaurants too. Definitely a 5 star.London visit
Patty🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 May 2025
We had the absolute pleasure of spending our first day in London with Chris as our tour guide, and it was the perfect introduction to this incredible city. Not only did he teach us how to navigate the Tube like locals, but he also took us to some of London’s most iconic spots: Parliament, Covent Garden, the financial district, and so much more.
What truly set Chris apart was his extraordinary knowledge and the fascinating historical stories he shared at every stop. His passion for the city is contagious, and we left the tour feeling more connected to London’s rich past and vibrant present.
Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, booking a tour with Chris is a must. Highly recommend!A fantastic day in London with Chris!
Hector 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
21 May 2025
Had a fantastic time in the Galata area of Istanbul with Kemal. Local knowledge is a great thing. For someone trying to remember how to find their way around a camera again, it was a fantastic learning experience. I would thoroughly recommend Kemal's tour if you are lucky enough to find him available. He is patient, seeks out great photo opportunities, and willing acomplicies, to help 'get that shot'. We also learned a few tips and tricks to make our phone mobile photography better.
An all round great time with an all round great guy! şerefe Kemal.
Galata with Kemal
Maya Jade
(About local )
20 May 2025
Sorcha was extremely fun, helpful, and kind. She was a wealth of knowledge on things in the area, and we had a great time with her. Great little tour around Shoreditch!
Rianna🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
19 May 2025
Mary
(About local )
16 May 2025
Chris delighted us with his charming personality, his comprehensive expanse of knowledge in all things Britain and adjusted his time to fit our personal questions. He was professional and very interesting with his anecdotes about living in London for the past 24 years. We highly recommend Chris for your next walking tour in London!Chris was nothing but incredible!
Christine🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 May 2025
Anthony was a great tour guide. He shared lots of great info about London and took us to areas we never would have found on our own. Lndon Gems
Steffi🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
12 May 2025
Wir (Familie mit 3 Jungs im Teenager-Alter) hatten eine tolle Zeit mit Anthony. Er hat uns viel Neues über London erzählt, obwohl wir die Stadt bereits kennen. Auch unseren Kindern hat die Tour Spass gemacht und die 3 Stunden vergingen wie im Flug. Herzlichen Dank Anthony und vielleicht bis zum nächsten Mal :-) Spannende & unterhaltsame Tour mit Anthony
Alan🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
10 May 2025
Anthony is a ton of fun. We had a great time exploring London with him. They aren't kidding about hidden gems. I've been to London many times, but still learned a lot of quirky things. I highly recommend him.Lots of fun
Lutz🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
9 May 2025
We spent a week in London and had the pleasure of spending two mornings with our guide Gregory. He took us through the heart of the city, showing us many fascinating details that most visitors would easily miss. From Westminster to Soho, Chinatown, Piccadilly and beyond – Gregory knew his way around perfectly and guided us smoothly through the city on foot.
His pleasant and personable manner made the time fly by, and we truly enjoyed every moment. A heartfelt thank you to Gregory for making our London visit even more special!Gregory – The Ultimate Tour Guide!
Pat🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 May 2025
Chris had us at "Welcome to London."
Our biggest disappointment was that we didn't book Chris for all 3 days we were in London. Chris is fabulous, interesting, great sense of humor, and has a wealth of knowledge at his fingertips!!! We'd like to come back just to have Chris show us more of the city he truly loves.Truly a fabulous guide!
Stephan🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
4 May 2025
Sehr gute freundliche und individuelle Führung durch London mit Berücksichtigung unserer Bedürfnisse, super !!!Beautyful moments in london
Martin🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
3 May 2025
Wir hatten eine sehr, sehr schöne Tour mit Gregory! Es war genau die richtige Mischung aus bekannten Plätzen und Sehenswürdigkeiten und versteckten oder weniger bekannten Orten. Auf dem Borough Market haben wir Tee und Käse probiert - besonders das Käsegeschäft (und den Käse) fanden wir besonders gut. Wir hatten tolle Gespräche mit Gregory, es war jederzeit sehr, sehr angenehm. Danke!Sehr schöne Tour mit Gregory durch London
xm7s2tpdgn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 May 2025
David was interesting and informative. We had a wonderful time with him and felt that he went above and beyond!So happy that we took a tour with a local!
Gabriela🇧🇷 Brazil
(About local )
29 April 2025
Anthony is a cheerful, outgoing, and full-of-life person. He loves sharing knowledge, tips, and great stories about the city. It’s easy to feel comfortable around him, and the tour was light and fun. I highly recommend it
Dawniellle
(About local )
27 April 2025
Our tour with Anthony was everything we hoped it would be. He was engaging & knowledgeable. The walk around London hit all the historic sites we were hoping. He also gave us a great tour of the food stalls at Borough Market. Would definitely recommend booking with Anthony. Engaging
Anna🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 April 2025
We loved our tour with Sophie -- it's the second time we've had her give us a tour in London, and she did an amazing job. She made the history very interesting and accessible and guided the tour towards our interests. Highly recommend! Incredible tour guide!
Janine🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
24 April 2025
The four of us, including two twelve year olds, loved the tour Anthony gave us. He took us to parts of London we wouldn't otherwise have seen and told interesting stories to match the locations. We couldn't have been more pleased.Great tour and stories to go with...
Josh🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
24 April 2025
David was a great host and we enjoyed this intro to London. Highly recommend!
Stephanie
(About local )
24 April 2025
Anthony was a fantastic tour guide and kept our 6 and 9 year old children engaged and interested in learning about the sites we were seeing in London. It helped to provide context and interesting history to all the beautiful sites/buildings. They have repeated the stories they learned to our friends when telling others about our trip! Anthony is knowledgeable and engaging and both my husband and I and our children loved spending the day with him! Must book!!!
Unknown
(About local )
19 April 2025
Sophie was infectious with her love and knowledge of London. Loved the tour !Great personable tour!
Erin
(About local )
18 April 2025
Sophie is LOVELY. So kind and full of facts and seems to genuinely love what she does. Our family loved our tour with her. We hit all of the spots we most wanted to see and she was INFINITELY patient with my son who had endless questions for her. We learned a lot and had so much fun. Wonderful tour
Cassie
(About local )
16 April 2025
Kemal took my family of 4 to various points around the Galata Tower area. Within the first hour, we already learned a great deal of technique and info. We had no idea what our iPhones were capable of doing. He engaged my kids (12- and 14- y/o) in a natural way and encouraged them to keep taking photos throughout the experience. He sprinkled in historical information to give context of where we were. Highly recommend for beginners like us and I’m sure would be an amazing reliever for experienced photographers.Learned much more than I could imagine.
John🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
14 April 2025
A great experience
Christian
(About local )
13 April 2025
Gregory fulfilled all our wisheswell done
Werner🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
13 April 2025
Tolle Führung mit interessanten Plätzen und vielen Infos.
Thank you CoriTolle Führung - Super Guide
Kelly🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 April 2025
Sorcha delivered a family friendly tour that engaged and entertained both us and our 9 and 11 year old sons! We love history and Sorcha delivered even the more gruesome and sensitive of London’s varied history in an age appropriate and informative way. She also scheduled in excellent breaks for snacks that ensured my jet lagged boys didn’t get (too) whiney on the ~5 miles we ended up covering. Sorcha’s knowledge of the landmarks, hidden gems, and the stories behind them, as well as her helpful tips for after the tour ensured a wonderful first day in the city!Sorcha went above and beyond
Stephan🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
12 April 2025
Wir waren mit Gregory auf einer privaten Tour unterwegs. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Es war nicht die typische Tour mit zig historischen Jahreszahlen sondern ein Blick auf einen Teil Londons, den man als Tourist sonst nicht bekommt. Wir waren auf einem tollen Trödelmarkt, haben den Brokkoliman besucht, waren im Second Home, einem Bürocenter mit einem völlig neuen Konzept, haben Kellerräume mit einem großen Vintage Markt gesehen und sind in die Welt der Spraykunst eingetreten.
Graffiti über hunderte von Metern in allen denkbaren Qualitäten. Wir waren fast 3 Stunden unterwegs und haben einen Blick auf ein anderes London genossen. Gregory spricht sehr gut deutsch und führt Dich zielsicher zu den interessanten Orten.London Art Tour
Thorsten
(About local )
8 April 2025
Gregory war sehr pünktlich, sehr nett und gut informiert. Er hat uns tolle Sehenswürdigkeiten gezeigt und seine Erklärungen waren stets präzise und sehr informativ. Kurzum er war perfekt 10
Dru🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 April 2025
Two words to describe Chris's tour " oh wow"!
Chris will take you " behind the scenes " of London and show you things of interest with some great storytelling to go with it!
Chris is knowledgeable and personable.
If you are looking for a great tour of London..Chris is your guide!Oh Wow
Aneta
(About local )
4 April 2025
Chris was incredibly patient and kind — we had four kids and a grandma in our group, so we weren’t always the fastest or most focused, but he handled it all with such grace and good humor. He shared many interesting facts, and I genuinely believe there’s no question Chris can’t answer. Thank you so much, Chris!Wonderful tour!
amacey66
(About local )
24 March 2025
We had a wonderful tour with Anthony! He is friendly, personable and a very enthusiastic Londoner! We enjoyed his storytelling of English and London history!
Great introduction to London
Karen
(About local )
23 March 2025
Great intro to street art and local culture! Gregory is very personable, and knowledgeable about the history of Shoreditch and pointed out so many interesting things we would have never noticed on our own. He made sure to tailor the tour around our interests, not a preset itinerary.
Matt🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 March 2025
Sophie was pleasant and knowledgeable. Before meeting her she asked what we were interested in seeing and tailored the stroll to our liking. We went at a casual pace and saw many things that were made more interesting because of Sophie’s commentary. Worth the walk
Christopher🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 March 2025
We were in London for a short time, and our tour with Chris was the perfect way to get acquainted with both historical and modern London in just a couple hours. Chris was not only friendly and engaging, but truly a wealth of knowledge about history and life in London. He was also flexible to ensure our tour fit in a pretty compact day of dining and other activities. Our tour with Chris was the highlight of our short time in London and we'd highly recommend him to any future visitors. Thank you Chris!Perfect Intro to London
Sandra🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
24 February 2025
Anthony is ongelofelijk gedreven en kent dit deel van de stad. We hebben het Eastend ontdekt met zijn prachtige murals en dan doorgewandeld over Towerbridge naar Borough Market. Eigenlijk hadden we dit beter in 2x gedaan, want het was een stevige wandeling en door tijdgebrek hadden we iets te weinig tijd om af en toe stil te staan en te genieten. Beide sites echt de moeite om te ontdekken en zeker met Anthony, echt een aardige man.HEEL FIJNE UITSTAP
Tracy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
15 February 2025
Cory is a gem! He was an expert historian and storyteller. We loved how he brought history and neighborhoods to life with fascinating stories. He was smart, kind, and very charming! We loved our time with him! What a perfect intro to London
Gilbert🇱🇺 Luxembourg
(About local )
3 February 2025
Hello
We had a fantastic walk starting from Smithfield- st Bartholomeus - Barbican -London Wall - St.Alphage Wall and finished at Guildhall.
Chris has brought us a precise tour and responded to the points we had agreed.
I will ask him to extend for next year to extend this tour, as I plan to present this to a group of interested visitors.
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