• Private Tour
• Carbon Neutral

Join an experienced tour guide who is just as passionate about Netflix's The Crown as you are. Admire, walk, and talk about some of London's famous Royal and political landmarks featured in the popular show.

Destination

London, England

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

2.5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English

Included

• Private guide

Excluded

• Food and refreshments
• Changing the Guard
• Public transportation costs (where required)
• Private transport

What you can expect

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 John.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Charing Cross Station - London to start your journey

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2. 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.

3. Political Highlights

   Skirting past Trafalgar Square, we walk through Whitehall. As featured in series 1, we'll stop by Horse Guards, 10 Downing Street and The Cabinet Office.

4. Churchill Stories

   At Westminster Palace, exchange stories about how Sir Winston Churchill overcame political and personal adversity.

5. Magnificent Abbey

   Immerse yourself in hundreds of years of British Royal history; the place of worship, coronations, royal weddings and state funerals - Westminster Abbey.

6. Wander through the Park

   Walking past the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Churchill War Rooms, we walk through delightful St James's Park, taking in some tranquility on our way.

7. The Palace

   No royal tour would be complete without taking in the gorgeous sights of Buckingham Palace.

8. Recognisable Landmarks

   Walk along The Mall past Lancaster House where many scenes of The Crown were filmed; Clarence House and, of course, 500-year-old St. James's Palace at Pall Mall.

9. Culture and Love Stories

   We’ll walk through Pall Mall where cultural landmarks, including scenes of Princess Margaret's courtship with Antony Armstrong-Jones during series 2 will be pointed out. The tour ends near Fortnum & Mason, Piccadilly.

10. 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.

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Flexible cancellation policy

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  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.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

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Reviews from guests

Debra🇺🇸 United States

21 December 2024

We had the absolute pleasure of having John as our tour guide during our time in London, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! John’s deep historical knowledge is truly impressive, and his passion for sharing the stories of London’s rich past made the tour both educational and captivating. What truly set John apart, though, were his exceptional interpersonal skills. He has a natural way of connecting with people, making every moment feel relaxed and enjoyable. He tailored the tour perfectly to our interests, revealing hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path spots that we would have never discovered on our own. Spending time with John felt less like being on a guided tour and more like exploring the city with a dear friend. His enthusiasm and attention to detail made this an unforgettable experience. We wholeheartedly recommend John to anyone looking for a unique and enriching way to experience London!Wonderful afternoon exploring!

Zach🇺🇸 United States

12 November 2024

The tour was fantastic! John was extremely knowledgeable about current and prior history which really elevated the tour experience. He took me to some great locations in the show which was awesome because I'm a huge fan of the show. But he also showed important royal sites in general. You won't be disappointed signing up with him!Perfect tour

Niels🇬🇧 United Kingdom

27 October 2024

Great tour. John is a very knowledgable and very pleasant guide. I learned a lot about British royal history and the inner-city of London. Great way to explore the city and put the real life images to the scenes in the series The Crown. Overall a great experience!Great tour! Very knowledgable, good guide

Staci

13 September 2024

We had a fantastic morning with John! Communication with him before we booked was great. My mom is elderly and moves slow so I wanted to make sure she could do all the walking. John was very accommodating and made adjustments for her as needed. John's love of history and all things royal shone through on this tour and he made us feel like we were part of history. Don't hesitate! Just book the tour with John! We would definitely book again if we came back to London.Feel like You're Part of History

Bella🇺🇸 United States

29 June 2024

Very broad-reaching tour, we were able to see a lot of the city. Learned some great fun facts too!👑

Rachel🇺🇸 United States

19 May 2024

My husband and I took a tour with John and had a great time. We learned a lot about the history, the cities within greater London, and the key landmarks to see as well as where the Crown was filmed. Crown/History Tour

Meghan🇺🇸 United States

11 May 2024

Jon was absolutely the best tour guide we have ever had and we do walking tours every time we travel. He was so knowledgeable about London and also gave us insight into the crown. Personalized our tour to what fit us the most. He was Very kind and warm and we saw so much in 2 1/2 hours more than probably many tours for half a day. Highly recommend as well as with tours company. In fact, we will be looking for them no matter what city we visit next!Best london walking tour ever!

Terry

1 May 2024

John was fantastic - so knowledgeable and also flexible on what worked with our knowledge level and schedule. A great tour guide for first time visitors and seasoned London travellers!Great Tour with John!

Leo🇺🇸 United States

13 February 2023

"The Crown Film Locations & Royal Secrets" Tour with John was very accessible for our family of eight with members varying from "The Crown" fans, to history buffs, to folks having never watched "The Crown" and not quite familiar with the history of the royals. John was very adaptable and flexible in regards to pacing the tour to accommodate for all family members, was knowledgable on all topics, and very open to answering questions -- adding his sense of humor and personality into his talking points.Educational and Enjoyable Tour!

Henry🇺🇸 United States

22 December 2022

We had a great royals walking tour in London with John. He has a very pleasing personality. The tour was an interesting mix of history and general information on London. We highly recommend John as a guide.Royals tour

Janice🇺🇸 United States

12 October 2022

John was very pleasant and most important very knowledgeable. He provided interesting tid bits with fascinating facts both historical and timely. Worth having sore feet to do this tour!Great experience on the Crown tour

janetcwang🇺🇸 United States

27 November 2021

John was absolutely fabulous, very knowledgeable, and professional. My husband and I had an amazing afternoon with John, learned many new facts about London, including history, landmarks, royal family, and the different neighborhoods. John was very accommodating with my husband physical limitation. We look forward to our next tour with John when we return in spring 2022. HIGHLY recommend John for tour of London and nearby castle tours. The perfect tour guide for London

Birgitte🇩🇰 Denmark

29 February 2020

Our guide John tolk us to wellknown places we never really had visited. Talkative, polite amd ready to svare funky observations and insight.Informative walk with a twist of humour

Elina🇫🇮 Finland

12 February 2020

We had The Crown tour with John 17th January and had really pleasant time with John! John was an excellent guide and knew very much about the series and royal history. He had interesting stories about the royal family, his experiences with them and British history and we also got to see many places that appear in The Crown. He knew answers to our questions but also was very careful not to give any false information. John was very polite and friendly and was always paying attention to us and making sure the pace was okay for us. And if we wanted to stay somewhere longer to take some photos, that was fine with some. We got the the impression that John really enjoys guiding tours and he had no hurry even though our tour run a little longer than 2.5 hours. The walking tour was a great way to explore London. John also showed us some hidden gems in the city! We had a wonderful time and could recommend John and The Crown tour to anyone. One of us hadn't seen the series but both of us enjoyed the tour so much! Thank you John!An excellent experience!

Beverly🇺🇸 United States

10 January 2020

My family’s day with John was amazing. He was very engaging, accommodating, and knowledgeable. He was the perfect host and guide, giving my family a great tour of London. He adapted to the tour to our liking and went out of his way to improve our experience. Anyone would be crazy not to choose him!John is FANTASTIC!!!

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14 December 2019

John was a very knowledge tour guide. He was pleasant and easy to be with. We would go on another tour with him if the occasion occurred. We were particularly interested in Crown history and he fit the bill. Crown Tour

Veronica 🇺🇸 United States

20 November 2019

We throughly enjoyed our tour with John. We had corresponded a bit before we decided on which tour we would be able to take. John was so pleasant and gave us a lot of information on the possible tours and was as flexible as his schedule permitted. Being that we contacted him on short notice, he was so gracious to do his best to accommodate us. We had our 9 and 7 year sons with us and I was a little nervous how they would act with John. The kids loved it. John was very engaged with them and had them participate in activities while giving us the tour. He even gave them prizes! Johns tour was a highlight for the boys. The Crown tour its self was great! I watch the series so I enjoyed it greatly. My husband does not watch it yet John was able to explain all the history so well to him. Due to it getting dark at around 4:30 John had to rearrange some parts of the tour so it would better suite us and we could get the best out of our time with him. Again he went above and beyond and we were so appreciative. We highly recommend John and his tours. He is so nice and very knowledgeable. He really enjoys giving his tours and it shows.An afternoon delight!

Jason🇩🇪 Germany

9 November 2019

John is very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour very much. Would definitely recommend to anyone.Fantastic "The Crown Private Royal Tour"

Kiran🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 October 2019

John was a lovely friendly guide who has such a vast array of knowledge that he was very happy to share. It was a beautiful morning out and a great way to orient ourselves in central London. John was very willing to provide us with tips and advice on things to see and do for the rest of our stay in London. Would very highly recommend!Lovely Morning Tour with Friendly Guide

Amanda🇦🇺 Australia

8 September 2019

Our tour with John was absolutely first class as he guided us with expertise and finesse around Royal London. He seamlessly led us to so many important and key sites that alluded to both the ‘Crown’ as well as political and royal locations of interest. His outstanding knowledge was delivered in a friendly and conversational manner that made the whole experience for us highly worthwhile. This tour is highly recommended: Top shelf!A Multitude of Crown Wonders!

Liliana🇺🇸 United States

29 August 2019

We loved John. We had the most wonderful walking tour in London. We recommend him and all his tours. Thank you, John! John and London

Hanne🇨🇭 Switzerland

20 August 2019

This was such a fascinating tour that was loaded with interesting history! My daughter loved all of the statues and guessing who the statues were! I enjoyed seeing all the old architecture and learning about the buildings! We would recommend John and this tour to everyone!The Crown Private Royal Tour

Victor🇺🇸 United States

21 June 2019

John provided an engaging and enjoyable tour of London. Communication up front was great. We met easily at the assigned place. He knew the city well and shared some great history. Out tour was themed on The Crown series which added a fun perspective to the many historical sights. He was willing to tailor the tour to meet our needs. We found him easy to talk with and knowledge. He seems to really enjoy his work. Thanks. Fabulous tour

Laurel🇺🇸 United States

2 October 2023

My husband and I were fortunate to have found this tour with John England Tours. We spent the day with John touring Chartwell and a nearby town, Chiddingstone. I reached out to John about the tour and he was very responsive and helped to plan the day based on what we were interested in. He provided all the relevant information and where to meet which was very helpful. As we drove to Chartwell, he pointed out many historical sites. He is easy to talk to and is good at reading his clientele. We enjoyed the conversation. John is very knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with him. We walked through the beautiful grounds of Chartwell and he shared historical information and stories about the Churchill's and the estate. He explained before we entered the house that there are docents in each room and that he would share additional information or answer questions if needed. It worked very well and we talked as we walked between rooms. We also went to Churchill's studio where he did his painting and where many of his works were on display. The tour was everything we hoped it would be. He then took us to Chiddingstone where he had arranged for us to have lunch at a local tea room which was charming. We walked through the town and saw some of the local sites. It was a great day and we look forward to touring with John again in the future.Private Tour Chartwell and Chiddingstone

Julia🇺🇸 United States

1 August 2023

We had an amazing and full morning with John at Down House. Planning the day with John was made easy with quick responses and accommodations for our schedule. We promptly were retrieved and taken to Down House, where we were the first to arrive and had access to Darwin's home and working areas almost exclusively for a few hours. John really enhanced our experience by facilitating a meeting in Darwin's office and living areas with experts on site, thus giving privacy and attention to our visit. He was polite, responsible, and made our visit incredibly easy and worry-free. I highly recommend John to anyone looking to tour Down House or any of the amazing tours he offers. I will be looking to book myself if the opportunity comes again to visit the area.Down House, residence of Charles Darwin

Kristin🇺🇸 United States

20 July 2023

My husband and I had a lovely day out at Hever Castle with John. He is knowledgeable and friendly, and once he knew our interest in history/archaeology, he made sure to introduce us to all the stewards at the castle to get even more info. The tour was a great balance of guiding us around and leaving us to explore on our own. Highly recommended!Wonderful day at Hever!

Lisa🇺🇸 United States

2 April 2023

John met us at the train station. We were an hour later than expected, and he was very accommodating. He drove us through the countryside, giving explanations as we went. We arrived at Pooh Corner much later than our reservation time, but John had called ahead, and they graciously kept our table for us. We had an absolutely delicious lunch, which had plenty of vegan and gluten free options. Since the weather was rainy and therefore muddy, we had to forego walking in Ashdown Forest to Poohsticks Bridge. To make up for that, John arranged for us to meet the owner of Pooh Corner, who told us lots of details about the real Christopher Robin and Pooh. I was even allowed to hold a 100-year-old bear exactly like the original Pooh! We were then driven back to the train station. John was a delightful guide!Delightful visit to Pooh Corner

Robin 🇺🇸 United States

25 February 2023

John was a pleasure to work with! He was very responsive and flexible during the planning phase of our tour. His directions from London to Bromley South were spot on. John provides his guests with a comfortable vehicle while touring. John’s love of Dover Castle is very apparent and we thoroughly enjoyed learning all about the castle and it's place in history! A great day of exploring!

David🇺🇸 United States

16 February 2023

We had a very enjoyable and interesting day at Hever with John. He did all he could to make our visit comfortable and convenient. We especially enjoyed the introductions and interaction with the staff at the castle. John’s relationships and local knowledge definitely make him worth seeking out. We enjoyed his company and will definitely tour with John in the future.Great day at Hever castle

Kelly🇺🇸 United States

23 January 2023

We spent a very cold but enjoyable day with John. We went to Leeds Castle and then the town and cathedral of Canterbury. John is a very knowledgeable and flexible guide.Exceptional Local Guide

tammy🇺🇸 United States

13 July 2022

Wow such a wonderful day with John! He was truly a great travel guide for us for the day! He was a great historian, driver, and planner for our trip. I would highly recommend him to anyone! Thank you John for a great day!Day trip to Canterbury and Dover Castle

Colette🇺🇸 United States

24 June 2022

John gave us a throughly wonderful experience. He provided useful reminder emails, clear directions to the meeting place, safe driving, interesting comments about the village we passed through and, of course was knowledgeable about the venue we visited. Best of all, when I dropped and lost my jacket he stepped up- quickly retracing our steps and asking the staff to keep a lookout. ( my jacket was found !) highly recommend!Fabulous

pbkhare🇮🇳 India

11 June 2022

John was very effiecient and made us very confotavle . He knew the place wrell and was able to point us in the right direction

Gus🇺🇸 United States

5 June 2022

My wife and I had a lovely morning visiting Chartwell with John recently. He is a friendly, knowledgeable and engaging guide who made sure we were well taken care of at every point of our tour. We recommend him highly. Gus & Ellen

Unknown

28 May 2022

Being a tourist for a first time here in London I was amazed by John. He did a fantastic job making sure we were all set and always fulfilled any needs we had. He was professional and organized which made the trip phenomenal for us. His level of knowledge was superb and he’s someone you can get along with very well. He jokes and makes you laugh the entire time. When I revisit London again I will surely go through John!Best Tour Guide In London!

Unknown

28 May 2022

John was a perfect guide and was great, friendly company. Holiday is not just the sites you see, but also the people you meet. Our excursion with John was the best of both! We had a lovely sunny day in Kent and would love to hire John again if we are fortunate enough to return to the UK! A beautiful day at Ightham Mote and Knole

Terry🇺🇸 United States

2 May 2022

John is a great host, very responsive and went above and beyond for our unique needs. The tour itself was just as great, very interactive, with lots of back-and-forth between Jon and the attendees--our library patrons loved it. Would gladly book another tour with John in the future! fun and informative!

Isabel

18 April 2022

I had the pleasure of taking this tour with John Coupland and I have to say he is the gem. #London is even better with a great tourist guide like him . John thanks for the laughs and for sharing your knowledge on culture, history and British heritage ❤️❤️❤️I had the pleasure of taking this tour with John Coupland

Doug🇺🇸 United States

16 April 2022

John was awesome! My family and I had some flight issues getting into London and John was super accommodating in his flexibility. He was able to reschedule our walking tour with him at a moments notice. He showed us so many of the fun nooks and crannies in London, along with an in-depth history that we had wished that we had more time with him. If we ever make it back, we will definitely be looking him up!Fantastic intro to London with John

Sally🇺🇸 United States

3 April 2022

I booked John as a reward for some team members. Not only did he bring history alive and weave it in with current life but he also made them feel celebrated. They loved the experience! John is knowledgeable and presents in an entertaining way with just the right amount of British etiquette. I loved how he welcomed questions and made it so interactive. Very interactive

Michael

14 March 2022

A must do in London! Michael_R, Mar 2022 This was our first time in London and we did not have a lot of time, but I am so glad we did this tour! John gave us great instructions on where to meet him and when the tour would start. We really enjoyed walking through London while having some great conversations about local culture. I would absolutely push for our friends to do this tour when they visit.A must do in London!

Katherine

6 March 2022

I would highly recommend taking the Highlights and Hidden Gems of London tour with John. It was a great way to get acquainted with the city at the beginning of my trip to London with my mom. John was extremely kind and attentive. He tailored our tour to accommodate our schedule and interests. He treated us to a cappuccino mid tour since my mom needed a bit of a break from the walking which we didn't expect him to do but was extremely generous and hospitable of him. Prior to us arriving in London John connected with us to make sure we had everything we needed to stay safe during our visit in London given the ever changing COVID restrictions. If you have the opportunity to take a tour with John you will not be dissapointed.I would highly recommend taking the Highlights and Hidden Gems of London tour with John

Kathryn

2 March 2022

Highlights and Hidden Gems on Feb 20th with John was amazing! My daughter and I learned a lot and John was super kind, informative and helpful. Highly recommend!Highlights and Hidden Gems with John is great!

Winnie🇺🇸 United States

4 January 2022

We really enjoyed our tour with John. He is very affable and articulate and helped us all learn more about English and Tudor history. The castle itself was beautiful and interesting and would highly recommend visiting it with John during your stay in London. From the pick-up to drop-off, everything went very smoothly and John was extremely accommodating and considerate. Thank you, John!Great learning experience!

Brandi🇺🇸 United States

28 December 2021

John did an excellent job with our private virtual tour. His camera and technology work great!! He is so friendly and knowledgeable and really tailors the information and tour based on the party. Loved our experience and definitely recommend!!Great private tour!!

Mary Kathryn🇺🇸 United States

19 December 2021

My group and I loved our virtual tour with John! He was knowledgeable and so much fun! I would definitely recommend him as a tour guide!Wonderful experience!

Raymond🇺🇸 United States

9 November 2021

I wanted to book several tours while in London and spent a bit of time looking around. I came across John’s information and he did not disappoint. I did the country tour and John was very diligent and guiding me on where to meet and accommodating all my request. He is very knowledgeable and very kind. I would recommend him and will use him if I go back to LondonMedieval England Private Day Tour

Raymond🇺🇸 United States

8 November 2021

I went back to John for a second Tour. This time we visited the city of London. John was very helpful. We even had time in the morning to have some coffee at a coffee shop and chat for a bit. We walked around the city while he provided some great history. We had the pleasure to chase the horses at the palace as well so that we could get a good video. Lol. We laughed after we ran. We even had a chance to see a military salute in front of Queen’s palace and even the change of the guards. We had amazing weather that day and John was the best Highlights & Hidden Gems of London

Bridgette🇺🇸 United States

3 November 2021

We had the best time on our tour with John! Our Medieval and Tudor England Private Day Tour in Kent visiting Hever and Leeds Castles with John was one of the highlights of our trip. The directions he gave us for meeting him outside of London were very easy and he even brought a booster seat for our four year old daughter, which was very convenient not having to bring ours across London. John was very knowledgable about both locations and the area, we definitely got more out of our trip with his tour versus us doing it on our own. Our four year old daughter loved the day as well, John was sure to include her in conversation and point out all the child friendly activities such as playgrounds and mazes. I would highly recommend John to anyone looking for a private tour in the London area :)Medieval and Tudor England Private Day Tour

Sherry🇺🇸 United States

1 November 2021

It was my husband and my first trip to London and since we are fans of Churchill we wanted to visit his home. As I was searching the internet for guides, I came across John. His reviews were top notch so I thought I'd use him and boy am I glad I did. John was terrific. So very knowledgeable and informative about the area as well as the home and gardens. He even helped us find a money changer. I can't emphasize enough how pleased we both were with John. He does other tours as well so when we go back to England we will definitely ask John to show us around. I can't always say that a tour guide genuinely likes what he/she does, but John must love his job as he is so darn good at it. I highly recommend John for anyone wishing to enjoy their time in London. Thank you John, for a wonderful day. John is the best