Experience Roman London at your own pace with Context Travel expert Dr Alan Montgomery, a guide, author, and scholar of Art History and Architecture and Classical Civilization.
Discover the secrets of ancient Londinium, the vibrant city founded by Romans almost 2,000 years ago. While much of the Roman city has been destroyed or covered over by centuries of development, several impressive fragments of its public buildings, houses and streets survive, sometimes in surprising and unexpected locations. Join Alan as he shows you where to look for London‘s Roman remains and brings Londinium back to life before your eyes.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You c...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
150 London Wall
The tour begins at Aldersgate Street. The nearest subway station is Barbican, and you can take the yellow Circle line, the pink Hammersmith & City line, or the maroon Metropolitan line to get there. You can also take the red Central line to St. Paul’s station to reach Aldersgate Street.
Return
Tower Hill
The tour ends at Tower Hill.
The Remains of Roman London A Self-Guided Waking Tour
Barbican
About
Experience Roman London at your own pace with Context Travel expert Dr Alan Montgomery, a guide, author, and scholar of Art History and Architecture and Classical Civilization.
Discover the secrets of ancient Londinium, the vibrant city founded by Romans almost 2,000 years ago. While much of the Roman city has been destroyed or covered over by centuries of development, several impressive fragments of its public buildings, houses and streets survive, sometimes in surprising and unexpected locations. Join Alan as he shows you where to look for London‘s Roman remains and brings Londinium back to life before your eyes.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You c...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
150 London Wall
The tour begins at Aldersgate Street. The nearest subway station is Barbican, and you can take the yellow Circle line, the pink Hammersmith & City line, or the maroon Metropolitan line to get there. You can also take the red Central line to St. Paul’s station to reach Aldersgate Street.
Return
Tower Hill
The tour ends at Tower Hill.
Itinerary
1
Roman Fort Gate
Your journey through ancient Londinium starts at London Wall, where you'll uncover the remains of the Roman Fort Gate, offering a glimpse into the early beginnings of this vibrant city founded by Romans almost 2,000 years ago.
2
Roman Fort Ruins
Discover the Roman Fort Ruins nearby, remnants of Londinium's past, as your guide, Dr. Alan Montgomery, unfolds the tales of this ancient city and its early struggles, including a devastating fire that shaped its history.
3
Guildhall Yard
Stroll through Guildhall Yard, where the echoes of Roman Londinium come alive. Hear about the city's layout and the daily lives of its inhabitants, and catch a glimpse of the hidden Roman Amphitheatre within the Guildhall Art Gallery.
4
Guildhall Art Gallery
Marvel at the surviving structures, including a section of the Roman Amphitheatre, cleverly concealed within the Guildhall Art Gallery, as Dr. Alan Montgomery guides you through the layers of history beneath London's streets.
5
London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE
Explore what's left of London Mithraeum, the Temple of Mithras, and uncover the secrets hidden in its ruins. Dr. Alan Montgomery will share insights into the Roman influence on the city's architecture and culture.
6
The london stone
Pass by the enigmatic London Stone, one of the city's oldest landmarks, and hear urban legends surrounding its mystical significance, including the belief that London will fall if the stone is ever removed.
7
Bank of England Museum
See remnants of the fantastic mosaic in the Bank of England Museum, showcasing the artistic legacy of ancient Londinium, and gain a deeper understanding of the city's historical and economic roots.
8
Leadenhall Market
Discover the Roman arch nestled in a basement near Leadenhall Market, a hidden gem that connects the past with the present, as Dr. Alan Montgomery unveils the layers of history beneath modern-day London.
9
Church of Saint Magnus-the-Martyr
Visit the Church of Saint Magnus-the-Martyr and witness the oldest Roman arch in the city, a testament to Londinium's architectural evolution, as you delve into its historical significance with Dr. Alan Montgomery.
10
London Bridge
Pass by London Bridge and trace the adaptation of a wooden Roman bridge across the River Thames into the medieval fortress we now know as the iconic Tower of London, revealing the city's ever-changing landscape.
11
Tower of London
Marvel at the Tower of London from a distance, where the tour ends with a fantastic view of Tower Hill, encapsulating the enduring legacy of Londinium and its transformation over centuries.
