Best Private Tours in London

Best Private Tours in London

Top 5 Tours in London

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    Portrait from local undefined - The History Lover
    Portrait from local undefined - Tea and scandal
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of London

    316 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | London

    Want to see the best of London? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real London!

    €56.79per person
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    Portrait from local undefined - The Urbanist
    Portrait from local undefined - The Londoner
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    Off the Beaten Track in London: Shoreditch Tour

    143 reviews
    2.5 hours | off the beaten track | London

    Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of London. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Shoreditch where you’ll experience a different London, like a local with a local by your side!

    €43.54per person
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    Portrait from local undefined - The Bookworm
    Portrait from local undefined - Tea and scandal
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    The 10 Tastings of London

    132 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | London

    Ready to taste the best food in London? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in London.

    €112.81per person
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    Portrait from local undefined - The London Historian
    Portrait from local undefined - The History Walker
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    Treasures of London: The Royal Family Tour

    852 reviews
    2.5 hours | city highlight tours | London

    You’ve probably heard that London is well-known for its Royal Family, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!

    €51.11per person
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    Portrait from local undefined - The Friendly Raconteur
    Portrait from local undefined - The Urbanist
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    City Kickstart Tour: London

    129 reviews
    1.5 hours | city highlight tours | London

    Welcome to London! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to London to start your city trip on the right foot.

    €32.56per person
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Experiences for every interest

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    Home Dinners • Local Delicacies • Food Markets...

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    Treasure Hunts • Arts & Crafts • Cooking...

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    Nightlife • Drinking Spots • Street Food...

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    Cultural Heritage • Castles • Myths & Legends...

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    Highlights & Must-sees • Tastings • Local...

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    Personal Shopping • Thrift Markets • Vintage...

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    Boat Rides • Wildlife & Nature • Day Trips...

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    Galleries • Street Art • Architecture • Art...

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    Local Culture • Off-the-beaten-track • Markets...

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All Tours in London

Explore London with a local of your choice

Learn about their personal stories, and find out how you can explore London together

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    Chris
    The London Historian
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    Andreea
    The Culture Aficionado
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    Gregory
    The Urbanist
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    Anthony
    The Londoner
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    David
    The History Walker
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    Leonardo
    The Bookworm
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    Cory
    The History Lover
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    Tom
    The Storyteller
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    John
    The History Enthusiast
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    María Clara
    The Curious Journalist
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Private Tours in London

Take a sightseeing tour around London and learn from the locals as your guide shows you around the city’s top attractions. You’ll learn historical and cultural facts, as well as art, music, and films. It’s the best way to get to know the city like a true local. So here are our top 7 London attractions.

  • Walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter

    Enchanted by the magic of Harry Potter? Take an immersive behind the scenes tour around London. On this top attraction, you can visit Platform 9¾, as well as the feature sets, showcasing all the original costumes and authentic props. There are multiple tours you can that’ll take you to Warner Brothers Studios where you can learn defence against the dark arts and wand combat moves. Step into the Forbidden Forest, or go down Diagon Alley to all the wonderful stores, the choice is up to you.

    So if you’ve always wanted to wander the wizarding world and discover the filmmaking magic, then this tour is for you. Don’t forget to take a piece of the magic home too, with a range of souvenirs in the gift store.

  • Jack the Ripper walking tour

    Add a touch of excitement to your trip with a Jack the Ripper walking tour. This guided walking tour will take you around the spooky streets of East London as you learn about one of the world’s biggest unsolved crime mysteries, also known as The Whitechapel Murders. This crime story is famous throughout London, just ask your local host to tell you all about it.

    This attraction shouldn’t be missed if you want to hear all about the horrors of 19th century London. It’ll be informative, intriguing, and a lot of fun. See if you can put the puzzle pieces together and solve this world-famous phenomenon that no one else could.

  • Indulge in afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace

    Fully experience the heritage of Great Britain, learn about the Royal family, and walk in the footsteps of some of the world’s most influential people at the Queen’s home – Buckingham Palace. Your local guide will take you through the beautiful State Rooms, which are used for Royal occasions, the Picture Gallery, and the stunning South Garden. You’ll be dazzled by all the beautiful rooms and artefacts, which make up this world-famous residence.

    
When you’ve finished your tour, you can indulge in handcrafted cake, proper British scones with Devonshire cream and fruit preserves, a variety of traditional finger sandwiches, and other tasty treats while you sip on English Breakfast Tea. It’s a great attraction to escape from the busy city and act like a true local for the day. And to see the palace where the Queen entertains her guests is not to be missed.

  • Rock ‘n’ roll in London

    Learn about six decades of significant British music and ask your local guide to take you to Abbey Road. You’ll get to know all about the world’s most influential artists, including The Beatles, Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and so many more. A local rock specialist will make sure you see the very best sights, both past and present, from the famous Abbey Road zebra-crossing to the world-known recording studios.

    These tours will give you a real insight into the British music culture, and you can share the passion of rock legends. So if you’re into music and want to expand your knowledge, this top attraction is not to be missed.

  • Eat and drink your way around the city with a food tour

    Brits love their food. It’s true. They celebrate cuisine from the four corners of the world, from Asia to America. With a variety of restaurants, pop-up stalls, vendors, cafes, and bars all over London, there’s a lot of tasty food to be tried. And what better way to experience British cuisine, among many other delights, than with a local tour guide? Whether it’s a wander around China Town, trail through Soho, or walk through Borough Markets, your local host will take you to some of the city’s best-loved food sites.

    And if you want to do a proper British tour, then go on a pub-crawl, where your host will take you to some of London’s oldest pubs. You can enjoy a variety of traditional British ales among many other thirst-quenching pints.

    I hope you’re hungry for food and for adventure.

  • Discover London’s hidden gems on a secret tour

    Tucked away from the busy roads you’ll find medieval streets, narrow walkways, and hidden courtyards… this is secret London. On this top London tour, you’ll see magnificent sights dating as far back as the 1400s. The current hustle and bustle of London will fade, as you travel back in time discovering some of the city’s rich and varied past. It’s a walk crammed with curiosities, as you’ll see some old street furniture and buildings that were once riddled with the plague or attacked by The Great Fire.

    Along the way your local tour guide will also show you some of the spots where olden-day Londoners would have drank and danced. On this tour, you’ll be able to enjoy a tipple of good wine from a goblet.

Private Tours in London with a local

London through the eyes of a local is amazing! From food tours to highlight tours and off the beaten track tours, there are Withlocals private tours in London that have your name written on them. With a lovely local host as your guide, you will get to view London like a true local. Whether you want to try tasty treats or hit the secret streets of the city, there are tours in London that will have you buzzing at every turn. From the Tasty local British Breakfast & Storytelling tour to the Lesser Traveled Thames Path, you will satisfy all your curiosities in a private tour in London. Interested in expanding your horizons at the museums and art galleries? On a city tour of London, you can waltz into to the halls of greatness and learn the stories of remarkable items of art and history. From the private tour Around the British Museum to the private tour Around the National Gallery, you will be amazed on a city tour of London. Curious about the renowned English countryside? Discover the beauty of the great outdoors through tours in London. From the private Day Trip to Beautiful Leeds Castle to The Real Side of England: Kent Countryside Day Trip, you can observe the beauty of England on a guided tour of London. With so many things to do in and around the city, you will definitely find tours in London you will love. A Withlocals private tour can be customized and you only have to ask your local host to alter your planned schedule!

What other travelers love about our local experts

Heather
About local
14 April 2025
London is beautiful

Luciana's passion for London and beauty make this a fantastic tour. She provides the historical context (of which there is a lot), but also the beautiful gardens, excellent food, and quiet streets creating an incredible three hours!

Highlights & Hidden Gems of London
Kelly
About local
12 April 2025
Sorcha went above and beyond

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!

Family Friendly London City Tour
Tanya
About local
12 April 2025
A Not So Foggy Day in London-Town

Ok so maybe the day did start a little dreary, but that was quickly replaced by our time with Maria. From a delicious start at a local tea vendor, through fresh oysters and scallops to a decadent mushroom risotto Maria kept us well fed and informed about local history and historic places. She is super friendly and we felt like we were exploring London through food with a friend - which we feel she became by the end. Over a pint to finish off the tour of course. And by then the sun was, of course, shining! We highly recommend a day with her!

The 10 Tastings of London
Carrie
About local
8 April 2025
Great tour by an knowledgable guide!

I loved this tour. I learned so much from Leonardo as he is an expert at British History. I loved how he intertwined the food tastings with seeing sights around and learning. I highly recommend.

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