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Central London Bar Crawl and Nightlife Tour

1. Central London Bar Crawl and Nightlife Tour

Live and feel the pulse of London's famous nightlife with this action-packed bar and club crawl through the city's West End (Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Soho)! Enjoy free entry to five of the city's best bars and clubs, and get to the know the London nightlife for yourself. Make your way through the best spots in Piccadilly, Leicester Square, and Soho, and at each venue, enjoy a complimentary shot to help you get in the party mood. Get to know fellow travelers or London locals, as well as your cheeky but charming guides, as you enjoy great drinks deals all night. Drinking in London doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to know where to be and who to go there with.

London: Harry Potter Locations Walking Tour

2. London: Harry Potter Locations Walking Tour

Discover more than 10 movie locations and several sites that inspired JK Rowling's famous Harry Potter books on a small group or private walking tour of London. Take souvenir photos of Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Train Station and then head to Leicester Square to visit a shop that made all the paper props used in the films. Learn about the different location sites of the area. Continue to London Bridge to discover the Leaky Cauldron and Millennium Bridge – nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge – that crosses the River Thames from St. Paul's Cathedral to the Tate Modern. Along the way, see buildings that inspired JK Rowling when she was writing the best-selling books.

London: Westminster Abbey Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour

3. London: Westminster Abbey Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour

Enjoy the full attention of a licensed guide on a private tour of Westminster Abbey, one the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings. Explore the church’s 1000-years-old history of coronations, royal weddings and burials, including the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales. Discover a mecca of British royal heritage! The 2-hour tour includes skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey, one of the most visited attractions in London, so you can save time and bypass the crowds. Admire the grand architecture of this Gothic masterpiece and soak in the tranquil atmosphere of the abbey, its historic chapels and lovely gardens. Step inside to discover rare treasures, such as the historic King Edward’s Chair, which has been used at every coronation of English and British sovereigns since 1302. During the tour, your expert guide will take you on a journey from the abbey’s founding in the 11th century as a Benedictine monastic church, through its transition to a Church of England “Royal Peculiar”, to other interesting events, such as the 2011 wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. Westminster Abbey is also a great place to hear stories about the great national figures who were buried here, including Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin and Stephen Hawking. Choose the 3,5-hour tour to take advantage of skip-the-line tickets and roundtrip transfers from your London accommodation to Westminster Abbey. We will organize an experienced driver and a private vehicle exclusively for your group of family members or friends, so you can escape the crowds and chaos of London’s public transport. Book private car transfers in advance to save time and effort. Join the extended 4-hour tour to enjoy a visit to Westminster Abbey and a walking tour of the City of Westminster and its government buildings, palaces and monuments. Hear the story of the symbol of British democracy - the Palace of Westminster and its iconic Big Ben clock tower, and see the Downing Street where the Prime Minister resides. See the war memorials along the prestigious Whitehall and admire the famous museum buildings at the Trafalgar Square. The final stop will be at Leicester Square, known as home to major cinemas and theatres. The 5,5-hour option includes a private car transfer and a guided tour of the City of Westminster with skip-the-line tickets to its treasury trove - the Westminster Abbey. Enjoy a hassle-free experience with a convenient pickup and drop-off service at your London accommodation to avoid getting lost or late for the tour.

London: Harry Potter Walking Tour with Magical Afternoon Tea

4. London: Harry Potter Walking Tour with Magical Afternoon Tea

Discover more than ten movie locations and several sites that inspired J.K. Rowling's famous Harry Potter books on a walking tour of London. Indulge in an afternoon tea at the Wizard Emporium and see top sights, including Big Ben and London Bridge. Meet your guide and pose next to Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Train Station before heading to bustling Leicester Square to visit the shop that made all the paper props used in the films. Learn about the different location sites in the area. Continue to London Bridge and scout out the Leaky Cauldron and Millennium Bridge. Along the way, admire the buildings that inspired J.K. Rowling when she was writing her best-selling books. Next, embark on a truly spellbinding experience in The Wands & Wizard Exploratorium, where all kinds of magical treats, sweets, cake, and tea await you. Enjoy a well-deserved afternoon tea, and feel free to shop for chocolate frogs and butterbeer.

London: Harry Potter Walking Tour and Clink Prison Visit

5. London: Harry Potter Walking Tour and Clink Prison Visit

Join a guided walking tour in London and explore more than 10 movie locations and several sites that inspired JK Rowling's famous Harry Potter books. See King's Cross Station, London Bridge, Trafalgar Square, and much more. Then, end your tour with a visit to the Clink Prison Museum. Meet your guide at King's Cross Station outside the famous Platform 9¾ before heading to Leicester Square to visit a shop that made all the paper props used in the films. Continue to London Bridge and discover the Leaky Cauldron and Millennium Bridge, which was used in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. This famous bridge runs across the Thames and connects St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tate Modern. Continue your tour through London and visit some of the locations that inspired JK Rowling as she was writing the books. Marvel at Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, and more. Finally, head to the Clink Prison Museum. Experience the ghastly attractions and learn the grim history of this medieval prison that served as the inspiration for Azkaban.

London: Harry Potter Walking Tour & the Cursed Child Ticket

6. London: Harry Potter Walking Tour & the Cursed Child Ticket

Discover more than 10 movie locations and several sites that inspired JK Rowling's famous Harry Potter books on a small group walking tour of London. Incredible opportunity to watch one of London's most successful shows Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with the option of allocated standard seating (back of the stalls or grand circle) or to upgrade to the Premium Seating (near the front of stalls or Dress circle) Take souvenir photos of Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Train Station and then head to Leicester Square to visit a shop that made all the paper props used in the films. Learn about the different location sites of the area. Continue to London Bridge to discover the Leaky Cauldron and Millennium Bridge. Along the way, see buildings that inspired JK Rowling when she was writing the best-selling books. After the tour it's time sit back, relax and take in the magical spectacle at The Palace Theatre with the well renowned, award winning West End show ,Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.

London: Theaters, Soho, and Chinatown Self Guided Audio Tour

7. London: Theaters, Soho, and Chinatown Self Guided Audio Tour

Take a walk from Piccadilly Circus and finish at the wonderful and historic Lyceum, on this delightful stroll past famous theatres and some of the most historic night life of London’s west end. On this 60 minute self guided audio tour you will marvel at the impressive architecture, take in delightful food smells as you pass ChinaTown, maybe spot a film star in Leicester Square and then meander your way to the sight of London’s original fruit and vegetable market, Covent Garden, where you can also discover its seedier side…

London: West End Pub Crawl of Five Venues with Drink Deals

8. London: West End Pub Crawl of Five Venues with Drink Deals

First time in London or a fellow Londoner wanting an amazing night out? Look no further than London Pub Crawl’s West End Crawl. Our guides will take you through the pulse of Shaftesbury Avenue (in the heart of the West End), to the street performers of Leicester Square, to the artful and bohemian Soho as well as world-famous Covent Garden. Our tour takes you to the very best venues that London’s nightlife has to offer. Experience a night out like never before with our best drink deals and free shots. We will save you an average of £50+ from your night out. The best way to meet new people, get value for money with free shots, speedy entry, and fun party games! As us Londoners say, Mind the Gap at the end of the night!

London West End Treasure Hunt: Who Pushed Molly May?

9. London West End Treasure Hunt: Who Pushed Molly May?

Turn the buzzing streets of London's West End into an exciting outdoor escape room, with The Mystery of Who Pushed Molly May. Solve the clues, eliminate the suspects, and unmask the mysterious villain behind Theatreland's most famous showbiz mystery. As the story goes, on 1st July 1920 Molly May’s big opening night ended in disaster when she broke her leg falling down the theatre stairs in front of waiting fans and paparazzi, insisting that she had been pushed. Who was the mysterious actress who lurked behind this terrible deed? Was she the victim of a jealous co-star? Or did she simply stumble?. Discover the West End's most iconic sights and atmospheric pubs as you unravel the historic mystery and discover the true identity of the actress behind the crime.

London: Guided Religion and History City Walking Tour

10. London: Guided Religion and History City Walking Tour

The tour will start at Tower Hill Station and you’ll go on to visit some of the capital’s oldest Churches dating back to 650AD and landmarks that represent our famous religious country. Our first stop will be All Hallows by the Tower - the oldest church in the City of London. Enjoy viewing England’s Christian history firsthand and you might even gain your own spiritual connection. Then you’ll continue on to see more of London’s main landmarks including; Leicester Square, Chinatown, St James’ Palace, and important figures of past heroes then moving on to the fanciful & medieval Queen Eleanor Memorial Cross. Later on, at Buckingham Palace and St James’ Park, we will tell you the religious history behind the monarch and The Church of England. It will be interesting to see and understand how the evolution of religion can be reflected in all of these landmark historical artifacts as we take you down new paths. The main event will have you seeing more of London’s most famous churches, including; Westminster Abbey, the sacred St Martin’s in-the-Field Church, Methodist Central Hall Westminster, St Mary Undercroft, St Paul’s Cathedral, St George’s Cathedral, and Southwark Cathedral where hopefully you’ll experience the chiming of the bells and see a short service. You’ll also get to experience some iconic religious monuments such as the memorial cross and Charing Cross Station and religious artifacts at the National Gallery. This tour is perfect for those with a passion for the church, religion, and England’s massive religious history. Attractions included are: • Westminster Abbey • St Martin’s Church • Trafalgar Square • National Gallery • Eleanor’s Cross Charing Cross • Westminster Cathedral • St James’ Palace • Buckingham Palace • Big Ben • Parliament Square • Houses of Parliament • Westminster Arms • St Paul’s Cathedral • Westminster Cathedral • Methodist Central Hall Westminster • St Mary Undercroft • Southwark Cathedral • St George’s Cathedral • All Hallows by the Tower • Tower Bridge • The Tower of London • St Martins-in-the-Field

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What people are saying about Leicester Square

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In trying to book a Harry Potter and London walking tour, we found there were a ton out there and boy, we picked the right one! Brian was an excellent tour guide - everyone in our family really enjoyed ourselves and learned so much!!!

Sam was a great, nice funny and approachable tour guide with lots of detailed knowledge about the harry potter series and j.k. rowling. We had a brilliant time and would recommend it to any Potterhead!

Excellent! Nice guide and a great opportunity to party with nice people in London!

Loved the tour with Brian !! My kids had the greatest time.

Bryan was a very cheerful and pleasant guide! Loved it!