ALCHEMYTRAIL: London’s Medieval Footprint (Self-Guided Walk)
Overview
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Not all treasure is made of gold. But some of it is.
This trail wraps the City’s real medieval history in a playful alchemical metaphor. Yes, there really was a Dick Whittington! You’ll find him in all seven stages of alchemy and, in the process, discover the City’s ancient heart still beating behind all that steel and glass.
You’ll start at Tower Hill and pass through places most Londoners have never noticed: secret gardens, lost guilds, ancient hallways and royal residences.
It’s part treasure hunt, part fever dream, and entirely grounded in the City’s medieval streets.
You won’t need a guide — the trail is embedded in the stone and shadow.
Fully playable in 11 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic) — no guide required.
Starts: Tower Hill Station
Ends: near the Bank of England
Distance: 4 km
For adults & teens with a love of myth, history & hidden London
What's Included
- Access via your phone’s web browser
- Visual and textual clues in real-world locations
- Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages
- Self-paced private experience — no guide required
- Snacks Food, drinks, or transport
- Smartphone or data connection
- Live guide or entry fees (not needed)
Meeting Location
London EC3N 4DJ
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Cannon Street
London EC4N 6AP, UK
What To Expect
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London : Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- Access via your phone’s web browser.
- Visual and textual clues in real-world locations.
- Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages.
- Self-paced private experience — no guide required.
- Snacks. Food, drinks, or transport.
- Smartphone or data connection.
- Live guide or entry fees (not needed).
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the ALCHEMYTRAIL: London’s Medieval Footprint (Self-Guided Walk) is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- 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 ALCHEMYTRAIL: London’s Medieval Footprint (Self-Guided Walk) 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
- Access via your phone’s web browser
- Visual and textual clues in real-world locations
- Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages
- Self-paced private experience — no guide required
- SnacksFood, drinks, or transport
- Smartphone or data connection
- Live guide or entry fees (not needed)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- 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
