Free Old City of London Sightseeing Tour: From The Tower to St Paul's

The tour begins from Trinity Square, directly outside Tower Hill Station, EC3N 4TH. https://goo.gl/maps/AScaGZ5qfQEMfXWT9

Look for the guide with a red umbrella!
Discover the City of London, where history, commerce, and modernity converge, on this 2.5-hour Free Walking Tour. Journey from the City’s Roman beginnings to its status today as a global financial centre, uncovering stories of conquest, resilience, and everyday life along the way.

Begin your tour imagining Julius Caesar’s arrival and the foundation of Londinium, a trading settlement along the River Thames. Walk through streets once patrolled by Vikings, witness the impact of William the Conqueror’s Norman conquest, and hear how medieval Londoners built fortresses, markets, and churches that still stand today.

Experience London through moments of crisis and rebirth. Learn about the Great Fire of London, the devastation wrought by the Blitz, and how the city’s citizens rebuilt in the face of disaster. Explore the contrast of ancient churches, Roman walls, and 12th-century streets alongside the glass skyscrapers of modern finance, where innovation meets tradition in one of the world’s most fascinating urban landscapes.

Highlights on this City of London tour include:

• Tower of London - royal palace, Pr*son, and historic fortress
• The Monument - commemorating the Great Fire of 1666
• London’s Roman Wall - remnants of the ancient city
• St Paul’s Cathedral - iconic cathedral that survived the Blitz
• Tower Bridge & London Bridge - engineering marvels and historic crossings
• Mansion House - the Lord Mayor’s official residence
• Bank of England & Royal Exchange - historic centers of finance
• A scenic stroll along the River Thames

As we walk, your guide will share stories of merchants, bankers, architects, and ordinary Londoners who have shaped the City, along with tales of innovation, daring, and survival. Discover how a self-governing square mile with centuries-old laws has maintained its unique identity amid the bustling capital.

This Free Historic City of London Walking Tour finishes at St Paul’s Cathedral, placing you near some of the City’s most famous squares, streets, and museums. Perfect for history buffs, London visitors, local explorers, families, and anyone interested in iconic London architecture, the financial district, and Roman-to-modern London history.

Book now and uncover 2,000 years of history, stories, and architecture in the City of London!

The tour operates on a ‘pay what you think it’s worth’ basis. There is no booking fee and no payment is required to join, so that it is accessible to every budget. However our guides are all freelancers who work for tips, so if you enjoy the tour, you are welcome to make a donation at the end. The value is up to you, whatever fits in with you budget and your levels of enjoyment.

We do not accept any groups larger than 6, or any educational groups or organisations. If you would like to book a private tour, please email us at [email protected]. If you have more than 6 people and have booked across multiple bookings, you will not be able to join the tour and will be turned away.

You can contact us on +447709703141 or email [email protected].

F or more information, visit www.londonwithalocal.com

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