From Smithfield's meaty markets to serene secret gardens, mix with the medieval, roar with revolution in Victorian alleys, and sparkle with Hatton Garden diamonds. Towers, art, and whispers of William Wallace & Karl Marx-uncover London's hidden pulse. Ready? Let's walk.

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A hotbed of creation still and once the centre of industries such as gin-making and printing as well as revolution in many different guises. Philosopher Karl Marx lived here - you can visit his local pub - Scotland’s Braveheart William Wallace died here and that ubiquitous chronicler of London life, Charles Dickens, found inspiration working here.

Orbit Tower sculpture, parkland and canal.

On this tour you’ll hear how this little known backwater on the western fringes of the City was once ground-breaking and world-beating, giving rise to one of the most fascinating neighbourhood histories in the capital

Duration: 2 hours
Type: Walking Tour
Price: From £195
Languages: English

St Bartholomew’s Hospital

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St Bartholomew the Great Church

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Smithfield Market

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Charterhouse

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St John’s Gate

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Clerkenwell Green

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The Marx Memorial Library

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St Peter’s Italian church

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Hatton Garden

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Ely Place

Our customers say...

"What a superb day! Karen gave us a splendid 150-180 minute tour of Westminster Abbey and - my! - does she know her stuff! Peers, poets, scientists, warriors, kings and queens, and, of course, the Abbey itself:; Karen had interesting stories and an engaging delivery for all of them and was more than happy to deal with our questions. A really great morning, rounded off with a walk across Parliament Square and along Parliament Street and Whitehall to Trafalgar Square. I thought I knew this part of London, but not a bit of it:; Karen had something new every few metres! Thank you, Karen:; we'll be back!"

Will, Hampshire

"We spent a wonderful time with Karen as our guide on 2 tours – one in the Westminster Abbey and the other - learning about London’s wonderful theatre history. Firstly, I was amazed how knowledgeable she is! In our group we had some local people and foreigners, and she made the tour interesting for all. There were so many interesting facts I never could read in a tourist guidebook. And locals were surprised by some facts they never knew although it was not the first time they visited these locations. It was all well organized, paced, and managed. Karen has great storytelling skills and very pleasant voice to listen when walking through the streets of London. Thank you, and I will be back again! "

Kristine, Latvia