London: Medieval Tales and Martyrs Walking Tour
Overview
Unearth the hidden stories of London’s most iconic landmarks and secret sites on this fascinating walking tour. Perfect for history buffs, culture enthusiasts, and curious travelers, this tour reveals the rich tapestry of resilience, faith, and courage that shaped the city. Step beyond the surface and discover the lives of saints, martyrs, and ordinary people whose extraordinary stories are etched into London’s past.
Immerse yourself in London’s rich and turbulent history on this 2.5-hour walking tour that explores the lives of martyrs. Visit key historical locations, including two of the oldest churches in London, while uncovering gripping stories of courage and faith during times of persecution. Along the way, also explore sites that reveal London’s enduring legacy of resilience and cultural diversity. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper connection to the city’s past.
What's Included
- Visits to key historical sites (admission fees not required)
- Small group experience for enhanced interaction
- Local guide
- Entry and admissions to St Paul's Cathedral
Meeting Location
26 Charterhouse Square
Barbican, London EC1M 4AY, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
98 Saint Paul's Churchyard
London EC4M 8BU, UK
We will finish the tour outside St Paul's Cathedral. If after the tour you wish to go inside the Cathedral, you can either book your entry ticket in advance through St. Paul's website for the time the tour will end (recommended) or you can purchase your ticket in person.
What To Expect
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The Charterhouse
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church of St. Bartholomew the Great
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Smithfield Market
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Etheldreda's Church
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Bailey
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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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).
- Visits to key historical sites (admission fees not required).
- Small group experience for enhanced interaction.
- Local guide.
- Entry and admissions to St Paul's Cathedral.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the London: Medieval Tales and Martyrs Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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 London: Medieval Tales and Martyrs 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
- Visits to key historical sites (admission fees not required)
- Small group experience for enhanced interaction
- Local guide
- Entry and admissions to St Paul's Cathedral
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
