Discover London's National Gallery on a before-hours tour and journey through art history as you explore one of the most impressive art collections in the world. Uncover the meaning behind the masterpieces with your historian guide, and sketch your own creations inside the gallery. Meet your guide at the National Gallery and embark on a tour for your group alone. Wander through the vast halls without the usual crowds and marvel at renowned works of art showcasing the evolution of art throughout history. Discover the deeper meaning of the paintings with detailed explanations from your art historian guide. Then, take part in an exclusive sketching workshop inside the empty gallery. Learn the basics of sketching and perspective from your guide, and let the surrounding artwork fuel your creativity. Create your own unique souvenir to take home with you after your one-of-a-kind experience at this iconic venue. GetYourGuide is partnering with the National Gallery in London to bring you a truly unique experience with one of the greatest art collections in the world. View world-famous paintings on an exclusive before-hours tour and bring your own ideas to life with a sketching workshop.

Discover the locations, stories, and traditions behind the newly crowned King’s first moments in the heart of Westminster. Benefit from priority entry and a coronation-themed guided visit to Westminster Abbey, a walk along the coronation procession route, and afternoon tea at a historic hotel. Meet your guide outside Westminster Abbey, the site of 40 coronations since 1066. Skip the main entrance line at the Abbey and enjoy a guided tour of one of London's most iconic landmarks. Learn about the history, ceremony, and highlights of the coronation of King Charles III. Hear about the influential figures who have ascended to the throne throughout the centuries. Learn about the history and construction of the abbey, and admire its ornate nave, chapels, and shrines. After your tour of the abbey, follow in the footsteps of many kings and queens as you stroll along the coronation procession route toward Buckingham Palace. Walk along Horse Guards Parade, where you may be able to snap a photo with the mounted cavalry of the King’s Horse Guards. Stop by the Duke of York Column, near the bottom of The Mall. Continue walking up and pass by the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Memorial. Admire the exterior of St James’s Palace, which still functions as a royal residence, and Clarence House which has housed His Majesty and the Queen Consort as well as many other royals. See Lancaster House, which is the nearby neighbor of the most famous palace in Britain. This Grade 1-listed mansion even served as a stand-in for Buckingham Palace in the hit Netflix series, The Crown. Finally, stand in awe outside the magnificent Buckingham Palace, the most famous residence of the British Royal Family. Hear of the many stories attached to this internationally-renowned palace. Finish up in style with a quintessentially British tradition of afternoon tea at a historic hotel in Westminster. Learn about the strong links between this time-honored British institution and the royal family, as you enjoy your tea, cakes, sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a celebratory glass of Champagne.

Join London-based vegan chef and social media recipe creator Sophie Waplington of @sophsplantkitchen in an exclusive cooking class spotlighting scrumptious vegan recipes and diverse flavors. Work in pairs and create the perfect British roast with a vegan twist. Meet your chef, Sophie and listen to a brief history of the Sunday roast and how it has evolved over generations. Then, put on your apron and craft a traditional British roast dinner with a vegan twist. Pair up and watch a demonstration on how to prepare each dish, incorporating plant-based ingredients and spices. Begin with the Wellington. Peel and dice the squash before mincing the mushrooms, apricots, and pecans. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the herbs. Roll out, fill, and decorate the Wellington, or opt to work on the gravy and chop the vegetables for the za’atar-roasted vegetables. Once everything is cooked, settle in for your delicious plant-based Sunday roast, consisting of squash, candied pecan, and miso Wellington with Za’atar-roasted Mediterranean vegetables, whipped Tofini, and Greek-style roasted potato wedges with caramelized shallot and pomegranate gravy. As you dine, take in the cozy ambiance around the table and trade stories with your fellow food lovers. Wash down your tasty creation with a refreshing drink and take home a new perspective on vegan cuisine and plant-based recipes. GetYourGuide is partnering with activist and vegan content creator Sophie Waplington of Sophs Plant Kitchen to bring you a unique culinary experience in London. Join Sophie as she combines the beloved British roast with innovative plant-based cooking and redefines what it means to eat and be vegan.

Savor the perfect British roast with a Tandoori twist in a cooking class with your chef and food influencer, Zainab Pirzada of Cooking with Zainab. Create a tasty fusion dish, learn how spices can transform your cooking, and play with the authentic flavors of Pakistan. Be greeted with a welcome drink and meet your chef, Zainab. Then, learn more about spices, from widely used cinnamon and cumin to lesser-known mustard seeds. Smell ground spices and discover the differences between wheat flour and chickpea flour (gram flour), which is used extensively in Pakistan. Together with your cooking partner, recreate one of Zainab’s most popular recipes, her spinach pakoras with tangy tamarind chutney. First, watch Zainab demonstrate how to make the pakoras, before picking up your apron and creating this tasty Pakistani dish under her guidance. Finally, feast on your delicious pakoras along with chili-brined and tamarind glazed chicken, slow-cooked tandoori lamb shoulder, and whole roasted tandoori cauliflower with saffron rice. As you dine, trade stories with your fellow foodies and take home a new appreciation of whole spices. GetYourGuide is partnering with Zainab Pirzada, founder of Cooking with Zainab, to bring you a one-of-a-kind cooking experience in London. Passionate about the authentic flavors of both the UK and Pakistan, Zainab creates food content showcasing beloved regional recipes and innovative fusion dishes.

Explore Anfield Stadium and learn the history of Liverpool FC at the interactive museum. Visit exclusive areas, including the Player’s Tunnel and Dressing Rooms, with live guides and audio guides on hand. Start your tour in the expanded Main Stand and enjoy views of the pitch and Liverpool’s skyline. Experience how the stadium comes alive on matchdays using immersive technology. Gain an insight into the club’s history and access to must-see areas such as the Press Conference Room, the This Is Anfield sign, Player’s Tunnel, Managerial Dugout, and the Dressing Rooms.  The stadium tour will be enhanced by a multimedia handset alongside your tour guides on hand to answer any questions. Your ticket also includes entry to The LFC Story where the team’s history is brought to life through never seen before displays.  Explore The Boom Room: The Epic Story of Jurgen Klopp's Dream Team, a museum exhibition paying homage to the players and all who contributed to making this dream a reality. Also, see the six European Cups and discover over 125 years of LFC history.

See Manchester from another perspective on a scenic canal cruise. Make your way along the Manchester Ship Canal and River Irwell, admiring some of the city's key sights including Manchester United's home ground and the historic Stephenson's Railway Bridge. Board the cruise in central Manchester and embark on a trip to the heart of Manchester's old docklands and the center of the city. See sights from the modern Media City, now home to the BBC and the new home of ITV's Coronation Street, to the imposing Old Trafford football stadium and George Stephenson’s railway bridge from 1830. Pass by the first of the 120-meter-long locks of the Manchester Ship Canal, admiring the impressive Imperial War Museum and old Pomona Docks before heading into the heart of Manchester along the River Irwell. During the cruise, listen to commentary that describes the history of the Manchester Ship Canal. Learn about the industries that made the city one of the powerhouses of Europe in the 19th century and hear about the exciting future that's currently being built.

Hop aboard the open-top bus tour of Liverpool and The Beatles. Listen to the social history of the city and where the Beatles were born and raised, stayed, and played. See all the city’s historic sights, including the Unesco World Heritage waterfront and the 2 magnificent Cathedrals. Your first stop is Penny Lane and the second Strawberry Field, where you can leave the bus for a priceless photo opportunity. Then you'll go to the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, before traveling back towards the city where you will hear all about the great River Mersey. Once you have completed the City and Beatles tour, use your ticket to join the hop-on hop-off city tour. Ride through the historical landmarks and attractions including The Royal Albert Dock, the iconic UNESCO waterfront, the world-famous Cavern Club, the World Museum, both of the magnificent Cathedrals, The Philharmonic Dining Rooms, China Town, and much more.  You will also have exclusive offers throughout the city, including a free glass of bubbly at the Philharmonic Dining Rooms.

Perfect for those with a penchant for Harry Potter, this Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London provides a unique opportunity to explore the magic of the Harry Potter films — the most successful movie series of all time. Venture behind the scenes to discover a huge array of fantastic sets, costumes, and props. Learn some closely guarded secrets, including facts about the special effects and animatronics that made the Harry Potter films so hugely popular around the world. Step onto the famous cobblestones of Diagon Alley, featuring the shopfronts of Ollivander's Wand Shop, Flourish and Blotts, and Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. See iconic props from the films, including Harry’s Nimbus 2000 and Hagrid’s motorcycle. Rediscover other memorable sets from the film series, including the Gryffindor common room, the boys’ dormitory, Hagrid’s hut, and the Potions classroom. Visit Platform 9 ¾ and ride the Hogwarts Express! Explore a perfect recreation of the platform and the train itself and relive the magic of Harry’s trips to Hogwarts by posing with a luggage trolley right before it disappears through the wall and walking through the train carriage. Learn how the iconic train scenes were filmed, and browse through your favorite character’s luggage! Top off your Hogwarts Express adventure in a train-themed souvenir shop and load up on goodies inspired by your favorite Potter films. For the first time ever, enter the set of Gringotts Wizarding Bank! Walk through the wizarding bank of Gringott's, the Lestrange vault, a gallery of goblins, and much more. Admire the imposing marble columns and discover the costumes and prosthetics belonging to Bogrod, Griphook, and many other Goblin bankers. Then enter the depths of the Lestrange vault used to store the treasures of Bellatrix Lestrange and surround yourselves with treasure. You'll have approximately 4 hours to enjoy the magic of the Harry Potter studio. Due to heavy traffic at busier times of the year, this may be shorter however the minimum time spent at the studio will be no less than 4 hours. With the bus journey included, the total duration of the tour is normally 7–7.5 hours, subject to traffic and entry times. Discovering Hogwarts: 2nd May - 4th September 2023: For the first time since filming, over 400 floating candles will adorn the enchanted ceiling of the Great Hall, giving visitors a chance to step into the set just as the cast would have seen it during Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

This Cambridge University and city tour introduces you to the crucial role of Cambridge in world history and highlights the city’s architectural wonders with entry to King’s College Chapel.  Start your tour from the city center and hear a brief timeline of all the interesting and peculiar things that makes Cambridge famous. Head to the city's oldest church, college, and the laboratory which has hosted important scientific milestones. Visit landmarks like the Mathematical Bridge at Queens' College and the Senate House.  The highlight of this tour is the stunning King's College Chapel. Home to the largest fan vaulted ceiling in the world, admire its majestic stained glass windows, and a Rubens painting. Learn about the chapel's long architectural history and relationship to former kings and queens.  During the tour, your student guide will share their experiences of the college system, tell you about the rowing frenzy at Cambridge, and let you into local secrets such as the protective measure some colleges take against the Night Climbers.

Step inside Oxford University and explore the grounds on a guided walking tour. Admire the iconic architecture and learn about university life from your student guide. Visit one of the university’s oldest colleges and the Bodleian Library. Learn about the history of the university colleges, including All Souls College, Trinity College, Oriel College, Hertford College, and Merton College, the Radcliffe Camera, and the University Church of St. Mary. Get an equally in-depth history of the town. Hear about ceremonies at Oxford, famous graduates, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and also how the most powerful Archbishop of Canterbury was burned at the stake in Oxford.