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Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms

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from $162.98 per person

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We will explore the streets that Churchill knew so well, one of the finest 'villages' in London.
Whitehall and Downing Street
Me in the childhood home of Churchill, now owned by Earl Spencer and holding a very special memorial.
St James Palace
The only 'Nazi' memorial in Britain
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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This one is for all fans and affecionados of our Greatest Briton of all time, war time Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill.

This walking tour takes around the streets of Picadilly, St James and Westminster and takes us to places that were important in the life of Churchill. Finally we finish at the Churchill War Rooms, the underground bunker from which Churchill ran the war and which are perfectly preserved to this day.

Our Churchill tour has even been featured on international television.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup
  • Entry Tickets to the Churchill War Rooms
  • Transportation to/from attractions by London Underground
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms”.

Pickup details

We can meet you at any Central London hotel, not just those listed here and travel by Underground to the starting point. Alternatively we can meet you outside the Criterion Theatre at Piccadilly Circus where the tour begins.

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Meeting point

For the option “Afternoon Tour (No Pickup)”.

218-223 Piccadilly
St. James's, London W1J 9HR, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

King Charles Street
London SW1A 2AQ, UK

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Piccadilly Circus

We start of the tour in the heart of the West End
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9 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Statue of Eros (Anteros)

An iconic statue in the centre of Piccadilly Circus where we will hear about its importance to Londoners in times of war and national celebrations.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Regent Street

We will explore the Mile of Style as we make our way to the prestigious Mayfair area of London.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Savile Row

Perhaps the finest tailoring street in the world and we will see where everyone from The Queen downwards gets some of their clothing.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Henry Poole & Co

Perhaps the most auspicious tailors in Saville Row and with a typically Churchill story to tell.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Churchill And Roosevelt Allies Sculpture

A chance to have your photo taken between the war-time Allies in one if London's most high-end destinations.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Burlington Arcade

Follow in the footsteps of Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill. As he said, he is happy to please as he only wants the finest of everything and this is where you find it.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Turnbull & Asser

He will visit one of the finest tailors in the world where we can see one of the surviving Siren suits that Churchill wore during WW2 in the shop of the tailors who made it. *Shop is closed on Sundays and some public holidays*
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spencer House

We will visit the childhood home of Churchill and find out why his family we living there.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lock & Co. Hatters

One of the oldest shops in London. They've supplied hats to everyone from Sir Winston Churchill to Oddjob... the chap who could cut off the heads of statues in James Bond.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

James J. Fox & Robert Lewis

We will visit this plush store where Churchill would buy his cigars. They also supplied Napoleon as well as British Royalty and much more, If the room is open, you can sit on Churchills smoking chair or get a unique Churchill or cigar related momento. *Shop is closed on Sundays and some public holidays*
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St James's Palace

We will see the senior Royal Palace (above even Buckingham Palace) where Prince Charles lives today.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial

A beautiful memorial to our wartime king and queen with a wonderful bronze that tells so much about London in WW2.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Charles De Gaulle Statue

He may have led the French government in exile but what did Churchill think about him and why is his statue here?
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Reform Club

We will visit the Reform Club, one of the greatest Gentlemans Clubs in the world and find out about Churchill's time there.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Carlton House Terrace

Here we will see monuments relating to the Battle of Britain as well as the only 'NAZI' memorial in Britain and we'll find out why this incredible situation came about.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sir Keith Park Memorial

We will see numerous memorials on this walk, none more important than to this man who Winston rightly gives so much credit to for winning the Battle of Britain.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Giro - the German Ambassador’s dog

Learn the story of the only 'Nazi' memorial in Britain.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Duke Of York Column

The grand old Duke of York, he had 10,000 men. He marched them up to the top of the hill and he marched them down again!
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Mall

We will pass along London's premier ceremonial road and see a very important remnant of WW2 which everyone walks by seemingly oblivious to it and still a military site today.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Admiralty Arch

Get up close and personal with the offices where Churchill worked during WW1.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Trafalgar Square

London's number one public square with its famous memorials to another British hero, Lord Nelson.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ministry of Defence

We'll see the famous Ministry of Defence and old War Office as well as the statues of the WW2 generals and learn about the tempestuous relation between Monty and Churchill
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

We will visit this famous military location and see the Citadel from WW2 and find out what it was for and why Churchill hated it.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Women of World War II Memorial

We will also learn about the Womens Cenotaph and find out the meanings behind the carvings on the memorial.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

10 Downing Street

Stand outside the gates of Downing Street home of British Prime Ministers through the centuries from Churchill to Lloyd-George to Thatcher and Blair.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Cenotaph

Our primary monument to remember our fallen from The Great War onwards.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Winston Churchill Statue

Take a photo of Churchill's statue and learn the story behind it.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parliament Square

We will explore Parliament Square and learn of its importance to politics and democracy. We will also see from the outside, the church where Winston and Clemmie got married.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Houses of Parliament

The Mother of all Parliaments.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Saint Margaret's Church on Parliament Square

The Church where Sir Winston Churchill got married in.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Churchill War Rooms

Explore the underground bunker from where Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill ran the war as London above was being bombed. Perfectly preserved as it was in 1945.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Dress code is casual
  • Entry to War Rooms is generally 12.45-1.45pm depending on hotel location and walking speed.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private tour.
  • Hotel pickup.
  • Entry Tickets to the Churchill War Rooms.
  • Professional guide.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation to/from attractions by London Underground.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour & War Rooms 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 2024
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Once 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.

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What's Included

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  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup
  • Entry Tickets to the Churchill War Rooms
  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions by London Underground

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Dress code is casual
  • Entry to War Rooms is generally 12.45-1.45pm depending on hotel location and walking speed.

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