King Richard III Private Leicester Walking Tour
Overview
Just over an hour from London by train ( I do the journey daily), Leicester is rich in history, sport and culture.
Remember the discovery of King Richard III under a carpark in Leicester. In this tour we will visit the spot where he had lain buried for 527 years as well as visiting his majestic resting place in Leicester Cathedral where he was re-interred in the presence of royals and descendants of those who fought with him at the Battle of Bosworth.
On our private walking tour of Leicester we will also visit the beautiful old Guildhall and see the old Jewry Wall Bathhouse which dates from Roman times and visit other spots that were important in the life and death of King Richard III
Leicester also played host to the English Civil War. Whilst not much of the castle remains now it has an important past. You can still see the loopholes the Parliamentary defenders made to shoot out at the Royalists outside.
We will also explore the ‘modern’ Georgian streets in the centre of the city.
What's Included
- Entry tickets to all the attractions on the tour.
- Guide
- Train travel to Leicester
Meeting and Pickup
Leicester Railway Station
London Road, Leicester LE2 0QB, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Statue of Thomas Cook
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Clock Tower
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leicester City Market
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Town Hall Square Fountain
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Leicester Seamstress Statue
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The City Rooms
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King Richard III Visitor Centre
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
King Richard Ⅲ
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leicester Cathedral
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Grave Of King Richard Iii
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Leicester Guildhall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jewry Wall & Roman Baths
35 minutes Admission Ticket Included
West Bridge
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leicester
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leicester Castle
16 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church of St. Mary de Castro
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Town Wall of Leicester
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Turret Gateway
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Trinity House Herb Garden
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Newarke Gateway
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Trinity House
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New Walk
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leicester Abbey
1 minute Admission Ticket Free
Cardinal Wolsey Memorial
1 minute Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Activity code: C-8607P110
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Entry tickets to all the attractions on the tour.
- Guide.
- Train travel to Leicester.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the King Richard III Private Leicester Walking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for King Richard III Private Leicester Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entry tickets to all the attractions on the tour.
- Guide
- Train travel to Leicester
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
