Taking a tour is a great way to discover hidden knowledge behind many of London's areas and attractions. We have highlighted some of the best tours around town, so all you need to do is take your pick!
Shakespeare’s Globe Tour
The Shakespeare's Globe tour offers a fascinating introduction to the theatre including its faithful reconstruction and life as a working theatre. The tour explores life in Elizabethan London and historic Bankside is brought vividly to life by excellent story-teller guides.
Big Bus Company
The Big Bus Company offers open-top bus sightseeing tours with live guides or recorded commentaries in eight languages. The inclusive hop-on, hop-off tickets also entitle you to a free river cruise, free guided walking tours and discounts on theatre tickets.
Original London Sightseeing Tours
This large tour bus operator has over 50 years of experience with routes throughout the capital. This hop-on, hop-off open-top bus service features live English speaking guides, recorded commentaries in seven languages, a kids' club and a free river cruise.
Behind the Scenes Tours at the National Archives
Explore the National Archives' dark vaults and a collection spanning more than a thousand years. It contains some of the nation's most famous documents including the Domesday Book, Guy Fawkes' confession and Elton John's change of name by deed poll.
London Ducktours
London Ducktours is the capital's only amphibious sightseeing tour. Using an original craft from WWII, this exciting tour takes you along the roads of Westminster before splashing into the Thames for a 30 minute cruise on the river!
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum & Tour
Go behind the scenes at the Wimbledon complex and see sights made famous by the annual championships. Soak up the atmosphere of the centre court and see the magnificent trophies won by the greatest names in tennis.
Fuller’s Griffin Brewery Tours
Tour London's oldest brewery, and learn about the brewing process which combines the best of traditional and modern methods. Beer lovers will be happy to know that the tour ends with that all important tasting session!
Lord’s Tour
Join an expert guide and explore the home of cricket and walk in the footsteps of the likes of W G Grace and Ian Botham. Established in 1787 by Thomas Lord, the ground is now the base of Marylebone Cricket Club and hosts major international matches.
Original London Walks' Jack the Ripper Tour
Original London Walks is one of London's most established walking tour companies, offering over 40 routes covering a huge range of subjects. Their spooky Jack the Ripper Haunts walk takes place every evening and leaves from Tower Hill Tube Station.
Arsenal FC Stadium Tours
Visit Highbury, Arsenal's Art Deco stadium, and retrace the steps of its footballing legends. This year marks the last opportunity to enjoy this unique experience, as in 2006 Arsenal move to a new ground, the Emirates Stadium.
Tottenham Hotspur FC Stadium Tours
Tour the White Hart Lane ground which has been on its present site since 1899. The fascinating tour traces the history of the popular club as well as taking visitors to the dressing rooms, trophy rooms and the football pitch.
Wilde Tours
Wilde Tours offer guided coach and walking tours led by qualified Blue Badge guides. Experience a fun and interesting insight into the rich history and culture of gay London, and learn more about many of the city's famous gay personalities.
Twickenham Stadium Tour
Explore the home of English rugby with this special tour. Learn about the sport's past, enjoy the views from the top of the North Stand, visit the player tunnel and see the famous England changing rooms with their 60 year old baths.