Introduction to London - Private City Tour
Overview
Want to tick off all the main sights in half a day? Prefer fun local stories over long lists of facts and dates? This is the private tour for you!
From Big Ben to Buckingham Palace to Borough Market to Tower of London and a whole lot more, you'll cover every major landmark (and a few hidden ones..) with a guide who'll keep things light and engaging for families or groups of any kind.
We think the best way to see the city is on foot, so get ready for an entertaining adventure full of parks, bridges, famous streets and iconic sights - all at a pace that suits you.
And if you're thirsty at the end, join your guide at a classic British pub for a post-hike pint!
What's Included
- Optional visit to a local pub at the end
- Private walking tour past all the main sights of London
- Entertaining local guide to lead the way
- Transport to the starting point
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Waterloo Station
London SE1 8SR, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Tower Bridge Road
London SE1 2UP, UK
We finish with a walk over iconic Tower Bridge. There's a great pub nearby so join us for a drink, if you like!
What To Expect
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Banksy Tunnel (pass by)
London Eye (pass by)
Big Ben (pass by)
Westminster Abbey (pass by)
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall (pass by)
St. James's Park (pass by)
Buckingham Palace (pass by)
Trafalgar Square (pass by)
Victoria Embankment (pass by)
St. Paul's Cathedral (pass by)
Tate Modern (pass by)
Borough Market (pass by)
London Bridge (pass by)
Tower of London (pass by)
Tower Bridge (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Our usual route covers over 10km at a reasonable walking speed, so may not be suitable for people with low fitness or mobility issues. Please contact us if you'd prefer a shorter route and we'll be happy to make adjustments!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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).
- Optional visit to a local pub at the end.
- Private walking tour past all the main sights of London.
- Entertaining local guide to lead the way.
- Transport to the starting point.
- Food and drink.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Introduction to London - Private City Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Our usual route covers over 10km at a reasonable walking speed, so may not be suitable for people with low fitness or mobility issues. Please contact us if you'd prefer a shorter route and we'll be happy to make adjustments!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Introduction to London – Private City 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
- Optional visit to a local pub at the end
- Private walking tour past all the main sights of London
- Entertaining local guide to lead the way
- Transport to the starting point
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Our usual route covers over 10km at a reasonable walking speed, so may not be suitable for people with low fitness or mobility issues. Please contact us if you'd prefer a shorter route and we'll be happy to make adjustments!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
