Whenever we're offering our Harry Potter Tour of London, one of the most common questions we hear (and answer) is about the actual location of Diagon Alley. Technically there are 2 locations that you'll want to see if you're a fan of the franchise. This post explains how to get to each filming location for […]
Our guides are frequently asked about the best things to see and do in all of the locations where we offer free tours. In the case of our London tour guides, sometimes tourists will even ask about the best way to reach Oxford, England and what to see while in the area. With that in […]
Many people have a visit to Big Ben on their list of things to do when in London when visiting. Here I explain the ins and outs of doing so. Included is how to take a free tour, where it is located, nearby sights and activities, and a short history. As a local tour guide […]
This post is a list of things about Camilla, the Queen Consort, that you probably don't already know. Also included is a guide to London locations associated with the Queen Consort as well as tours of ours for royal family fans. Who is Camilla, Queen Consort? Born Camilla Rosemary Shand in 1946, the Queen Consort […]
This post covers the cheapest ways to get to London from Gatwick Airport. As a London tour guide, this is a question that pops up a lot on my tours and also on our Facebook Page. Unlike Heathrow Airport, Gatwick does not have a tube station. Therefore, visitors traveling through Gatwick must find other means […]
This post covers how much it costs to visit The View from The Shard observation deck located inside the tallest building in the U.K.. I will also give tips about how to save money on admission and how to get entry without paying for tickets. While tickets to the observation deck at the top of […]
This post lists ticket prices and visiting information for Kew Gardens in London (marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site). It also includes available deals on walking tours, or those employing bikes, bicycles, tricycles, micro-scooters, skateboards, roller skates, and buses and tips to plan your visit. ABOUT KEW GARDENS London is known for being a […]
This post lists the five women who are widely accepted to be the murder victims of Jack the Ripper. We also give some insight into each of their lives. WHO WAS JACK THE RIPPER? Jack the Ripper is the name given to an unidentified serial killer who was active in the Whitechapel area of the […]
When it comes to London, everybody knows the main sights: Big Ben, the London Eye, the RiverThames, etc. But there is another London that operates right alongside the more commonly known locations. This is London off the beaten track list of sites, sights, and locations that will take you away from the crowds and into […]
I find on my London walking tours that I have two types of guests. There are those who are fascinated by Roman London and want to see as much as possible...and those who had no idea the Romans were ever here! I've written this post for both types of visitors! Here I will cover Roman […]
This post is a list of the top things to do and see in the Kensington area of London. The list includes shopping, a park, a pub, a palace, a pet cemetery, a Peter Pan statue, as well as museums, a garden, and a music hall. Let's get to it! Shop at Harrods Perhaps the […]
Who Was She? Catherine, sometimes known as Kate Conway or Kate Kelly after her two common-law husbands, was born in April 1842. Her parents had 12 children while living in Wolverhampton and the family moved to London a year after her birth. Catherine’s early life isn’t clear but at some point, her parents died and […]
The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is probably on your London bucket list. And why not? It's a grand spectacle - and one that I never get tired of, no matter how many times I see it! And as London Tour guide...I've seen it often. AS OF APRIL 2025 THIS CEREMONY TAKES PLACE […]
As a tour guide in London, I am always getting asked for tips and tricks for getting around the city - especially when it comes to the Underground. Similar to the New York Subway or the Paris Metro, the London Underground is London's series of (largely) underground trains that run a regular service throughout the […]
London is a top shopping destination for people throughout the world. But whether you’re looking to break the bank, or you’re pinching pennies, there’s a variety of districts in London ready to meet your retail needs! The details in this post come from my knowledge as a local tour guide and resident of London who […]
This post provides an overview of the various types of bus tours you can take in London, including our free, self-guided options and our almost free GPS-enabled audio tour. In addition to covering the differences between these services, we will also include details about ticket prices, tour length, availability, and more. UNIQUE BUS TOUR EXPERIENCES […]
