John

The History Enthusiast

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  • I live in London
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John

With a passion for British royal history, it’s always a delight to share insights and engage with guests when walking around central London. After all, many historic buildings and sites may be easily taken for granted - or even missed!

Of course, today’s royal family often makes the news but what about the stories about some of the former royals?

Medieval and Tudor London, for example, are certainly still key aspects of London’s heritage as events shaped what Britain stands for today.

Join me for a private walking tour and let’s have a great time engaging with the present – and past – London too!

"It was like spending a day being shown around by your affable and well-read English cousin." (Guest endorsement).

Bio:

I enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life.

My background is diverse and unique. Having lived and worked in the Far East and travelled worldwide, I apply this grounding to my professional and personal life. Whilst studying, and before embarking on a business career, I was a Caseworker for the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in Singapore and Indonesia, using my bilingual skills.

I love to travel and share my experiences with my family by experiencing what our wonderful world has to offer together. We've so far been to places as far east as Australia and as far west as California.

Having a multicultural and international background, I am known for being very adaptable. Do check out my reviews. Hope we shall meet soon!

  • I live in London
  • I speak English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 4 hours

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Reviews

Grace
5 July 2025
This is our second time booking a tour with John. Our first one was called the “Royal Tour” (I think it was then) 2018 for a family of eight. This time he curated a tour for me and my son only. The tour covered the Bankside, Borough Market, ending at Whitehall/ The Galleries. He is a superb guide and person and history extraordinaire too! He goes above and beyond, accommodates requests or changes (within reason of course), and assists you every step of the way before, during, and after the tour. He was not only our guide per se, he ensured that we’re cared for, crossing the streets, walking and navigating through sidewalks, public transport, offers you directions to your next destination or back to your hotel, even dining options as long as he knows it, he gladly shares/offers information. You gain a friend in John and it isn’t a one time connection as evidenced by my second booking with him. If he can do the tour requested, John is the top pick, don’t hesitate and look elsewhere, book with John! My son said of him after yesterday’s tour, “Mom, he’s the “goat” …” he was only 10 when we did our first tour with John. If you don’t know the acronym GOAT, it stands for greatest of all time. Thank you so much John for your kindness and support and delivering a fantastic tour yesterday. It was engaging and enjoyable. As always what else can we expect, but only creme de la creme! All the best, until next time. Fantastic tour with John
Geordie
3 July 2025
John is a very knowledgeable and easy going tour guide, who gives an entertaining and informative tour of London with plenty of anecdotes from The Crown thrown in and more than a few hidden treats. We highly recommend him to anyone considering a tour of London!Fabtasyic tour guide
Yvonne
23 June 2025
The tour with John was very informative. John explained history, politics, and gave insights into society as well. I learned many new things and John drew my attention to details and facts I would never have noticed by myself. John was very responsive when planning the tour, and he adapted the tour to my needs. I can highly recommend John for anyone's tour, since he is always trying to get the tour suitable for any of his customers.Wonderful tour - highly recommend
Carla
25 May 2025
Knowledgeable and pleasant guide. Very good for families who want a local person with historical knowledge who can take the back pathways tourists don’t see. Had a perfect walk around Westminster. Knowledgeable and fun guide
Debra
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
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
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
29 June 2024
Very broad-reaching tour, we were able to see a lot of the city. Learned some great fun facts too!👑
Rachel
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

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