Top 10 things to do in London
London is the political, economic and cultural capital of the UK and it is the home of the British royal family. It is situated on the river Thames which runs through the heart of London. London is the world's leading city in many areas such as art, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance… The rich history and the beauty of the city make it one of the most attractive touristic destinations. London`s history stretches back over thousands of years and because of that it is full of historical buildings, churches, squares, monuments… You can find 4 World heritage Sites in London: The Tower of London, Kew Gardens, the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St Margaret's Church and the historic settlement of Greenwich. There are a lot of tours and activities in London, from walking tours, classic car tours, movie tours… Because of the huge amount of offers, we have tried to make it easier for you by selecting the Top 10 things to do in London.
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Explore the city on a Bike Tour
See the city`s top sights on a fun and easy way with one of the guided Bike Tours. Discover Buckingham Palace, marvel at Westminster Abbey, cycle through Hyde Park, see the Royal Opera House, the London Eye, Big Ben and other important buildings and historical monuments. Whether you are interested in a city center sightseeing, or you are more interested in some hidden parts of the town or you just want to spend a day in nature, you can find something for you here.
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Panoramic Sightseeing with Bus Tours
London is a big city full of world`s most famous attractions. If you want to see and explore the best of London, you need to stay in this magnificent city for a few days and spend a lot of time walking and driving around. Choose one of the Bus tours and you will have the opportunity to see the London Eye, the 1000 year old Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, unmistakable St Paul’s Cathedral, the vibrant Piccadilly Circus and historic Trafalgar Square, see the spectacular Changing of the Guard ceremony and much more. Find our offer here and enjoy your day in London.
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Discover London`s most famous sites on a Walking Tour
London is the largest city in the UK and it is almost impossible to discover every part of it, but you can see the most important sites and also discover some hidden parts that you can find only by walking. Walk through the streets of London, experience its charm, discover the historic sites and learn about the city`s long history. If you are a movie lover you can find locations where the James Bond and Harry Potter movies were filmed, or if you're interested in famous historical figures such as Jack the Ripper, walk the streets where he committed his many crimes…See our "Walking Tours" offer.
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Visit the best of England on one of the Daily Tours from London
Don`t miss the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful cities and historic heritage in England. Leave London and visit one of the most famous sites in the UK and in the world, Stonehenge. Explore two university cities, Oxford and Cambridge, discover the birth place of William Shakespeare, visit beautiful Bath - the first city in England to be designated an UNESCO World Heritage site. You can also choose to visit Blenheim Palace, Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral... Some of the tours visits one site, some tours combine different sites. The decision is yours, click here and see our offer.
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Go on a London TV & Movie Tour
A visit to London for movie lovers would be incomplete without visiting the locations where James Bond or Harry Potter movies were filmed. Step into the dangerous world of 007 and meet the places where the amazing film was made. See where fiction becomes reality and follow in the footsteps of Ian Fleming, Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig and real-life spies. See many of the Harry Potter film locations used in London and step into the magical world of wizardry, learn about magic, how the films were made, and how J.K.Rowling got the inspiration for her books and see how good is your knowledge about Harry Potter. Check our offer here.
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Learn about Jack the Ripper
One of the most famous mysteries related to London is the story of Jack the Ripper, the enigmatic serial killer that roamed the streets of London in the 19th century. Due to the fact that we still don`t know who he was by this day, the legend and the mystery continues to puzzle people. If you are the one among those who want to discover the facts and learn more about this world known serial killer then check our offer of Jack the Ripper Tours.
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Party in London with Pub Crawl Tours
London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. When the sun goes down, London`s night life starts. If you want to discover it`s famous pubs, bars, clubs or discos, the best way is to join one of the Pub Crawl Tours. Your guide will help you to discover the hottest spots in town, you will get discounts on entry costs and drinks and you will meet a lot of friendly people ready for fun! Take a look on our offer.
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Enjoy great Car Tours
London has a lot to offer and one of the most interesting ways to explore it is certainly a tour in a classic British car. Whether you want to explore the rich history of the city and see the most important attractions, or visit Harry Potter film locations, or if you are interested in the story about the Beatles, we have it… Find all that and more here.
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Join us on Hop-On Hop-Of Tours
See London`s most popular landmarks from the top deck of the bus. Hop on the bus from one of the many bus stations and enjoy the amazing views. You can hop on and off at any station you want and do some sightseeing on your own. This is one of the best and the fastest ways of sightseeing, see our offer here
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Take a Train Tour from London to Paris
Visit Paris from London with a fast train. In just 2 hours, you will find yourself in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris. This is a great opportunity to take a full day tour and come back in the afternoon, so you can continue with exploring London. Whether you want to just buy a train ticket, or if you are more interested in the tour with a guide and ticket to Eiffel Tower and Louvre museum, don’t hesitate…View our offer and choose what you like more
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What are the top 10 recommended activities to do while staying in London?
Here is our list of top 10 recommended tours & activities in London:
What is the price of tours in London?
The cheapest tours in London start from 12€ per person.
Among 97 tours that we have in offer, we picked several in different price ranges for your reference:
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What are the top 5 bestselling tours and trips in London?
The bestselling tours and activities in London are:
What payment options are available for booking tours and activities in London?
There are 2 options to pay for a booking in London:
- Pay by credit card - all tours in London can be paid with an online payment by credit card. We accept most major credit cards: VISA, MASTERCARD, MAESTRO, DINERS, DISCOVER and AMARICAN EXPRESS.
- Pay in cash - some of the tours & activities that we have in offer in London allow you to make a reservation online without a credit card and pay in cash on the day of the tour to the guide or driver. Here you can view tours in London that you can book without a credit card.
How much in advance should I book tours in London?
In most cases it's advisable to book a few days before - almost all tours still have availability 2 or 3 days before departure. In a lot of cases tours still have availability even a day before but there are a few tours that get fully booked even weeks in advance.
What are the most popular locations and attractions worth visiting outside and near London?
Here are the top recommended destinations outside London that you can visit in one day:
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day tours from London visiting locations outside of London.
What are the most popular attractions and locations that you can visit in London?
Here are the most popular attractions visited in London:
- River Thames
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Tower of London
- Buckingham Palace
- Palace of Westminster
- Tower Bridge
- Big Ben
- Coca-Cola London Eye
- Trafalgar Square
What are the bestselling city tours form London?
What are the cancellation terms and conditions for tours in London?
For most tours you are free to cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the start of the tour. Some tours might have a stricter policy and they are described on the tour listing. To cancel a tour please write an email to booking@happytovisit.com
What if the tour gets cancelled by the tour operator?
Sometimes tours get cancelled due to unforeseen reasons, such as bad weather, an attraction being closed for maintenance or other similar situations. In such cases you might be offered to join the same tour on a different date or to join a similar alternative tour if available. If no alternative tours will be suitable for you, you are entitled to a full refund.
How to book tours and activities in London?
Most tours are available for booking online on our website. Booking online is the easiest way to research, book and enjoy the best activities in London. If you will have some issues with our online booking process you are welcome to send an email to booking@happytovisit.com
Our guests personal experiences on London tours
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I think this is the best choice if you want to make a private tour through London.
The mini is lovely and there is more space in the back than you think.
Our guide (i forgot her name ) knew so much about London and the beatles, She told everything with great passion!
Everything was great, making the booking and the email contact i had with the guy from the office.
The car, the guide, the tour......It was just great fun>
Liselore v., Netherlands
On excursion:
Beatles: British Classic Car Tour from London