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City of London History Tour: Origin to Empire
(9) Reviews
London
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The origin story of London, the City that shaped the world's greatest empire, sparked the Industrial Revolution, and created the model for modern central banks. Its history began over a millennium before Westminster Abbey was built, with the Roman invasion and the construction of the Wall to protect this vital settlement. Within these ancient boundaries, unique traditions and resilience flourished, transforming London into a global powerhouse.
Highlights:
• Trace London’s evolution from Celtic roots through Roman, Saxon, Viking, and Norman eras. • Discover its defiance against royal authority and role in shaping democracy. • Explore the birthplace of the Magna Carta and its transformatio...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Multilingual - Just tell us the language in advance
Gain a unique history of the City of London
PDF Overview of Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Barbie Green
Meet outside Barbie Green restaurant next to the Ruins.
You will recognize me by my longish hair & beard, and you'll see a felt image of a green dragon on my backpack.
Return
London Troops War Memorial
We conclude inside the circle of dragons that made the City of London as we know it today.
City of London History Tour: Origin to Empire
(9) Reviews
London
About
The origin story of London, the City that shaped the world's greatest empire, sparked the Industrial Revolution, and created the model for modern central banks. Its history began over a millennium before Westminster Abbey was built, with the Roman invasion and the construction of the Wall to protect this vital settlement. Within these ancient boundaries, unique traditions and resilience flourished, transforming London into a global powerhouse.
Highlights:
• Trace London’s evolution from Celtic roots through Roman, Saxon, Viking, and Norman eras. • Discover its defiance against royal authority and role in shaping democracy. • Explore the birthplace of the Magna Carta and its transformatio...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Multilingual - Just tell us the language in advance
Gain a unique history of the City of London
PDF Overview of Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Barbie Green
Meet outside Barbie Green restaurant next to the Ruins.
You will recognize me by my longish hair & beard, and you'll see a felt image of a green dragon on my backpack.
Return
London Troops War Memorial
We conclude inside the circle of dragons that made the City of London as we know it today.
Itinerary
1
St Alphage Garden with ruins of St Alphage Church
We begin our journey in the Salters garden where the history of many peoples converge from Roman to Norman.
15 minutes
2
Roman city wall
The oldest part of the wall is this Fort.
10 minutes
3
St. Giles Cripplegate
One of the oldest mediaeval churches in the City since Norman time that was once the site of older Saxon Church.
10 minutes
4
Salter's Hall Garden
The Roman wall is the physical structure that helped fortify the City of London from outside influence ever since the Romans built it.
We also delve into the Celtic people. The indigenous people of these lands and the ones who made it necessary for the Romans to fortify Londinium with the wall!
Having set the scene we look to the Salter's Hall to delve into the history of London's history of Trade, Governance, and Sacrifice through the years. The Salter's Hall being ranked 9th among the 12 most important Livery companies (formerly known as Guilds).
10 minutes
5
Brewers' Hall
The livery company that set the standard for booze!
10 minutes
6
St Mary Aldermanbury Garden
The ruins of this ancient church derives its name from the ancient court or bery of the aldermen, which is now held at the Guildhall. The garden today hosts memorials to a Shakespeare and two legends of two different Livery companies.
10 minutes
7
City of London
The municipal governing body of the City of London and the historic centre of London.
5 minutes
8
Guildhall
The town hall of the City of London has been on its current site since at least the 13th century. We take a look at it's history and mythology since Greek through to Roman, Saxon and Norman influences.
15 minutes
9
St. Lawrence Jewry
The official church of the City of London Corporation remembers the saint the saint who helped Christianity to flourish with a sacrifice that was unforgettably cruel.
5 minutes
10
Guildhall Art Gallery
Location of the Roman Amphitheatre
25 minutes
11
St. Margaret Lothbury Church
This Church represents two of the Wards of the City of London and we look at how livery companies came by their naming as 'Worshipful' companies.
5 minutes
12
The Royal Exchange
Built by a legend for adventurers to meet. These men went onto shape the new world.
We also find out about what the the golden grasshopper is doing on top of it!
5 minutes
13
Mansion House of City of London
At the head of govenance is The Lord Mayor of the City of London. In addition he is an international ambassador for the UK's financial and professional services sector. This is his home.
5 minutes
14
London Troops War Memorial
Inside a circle of 12 dragon (lamposts) representing the 12 great livery companies we highlight some of the notable figures remembered around this area and then we conclude, returning to the story of Minotaur.
10 minutes
15
Bank of England
We take at look at this most influential, traditional but still very forward looking institution. The Golden statue on top tells an interesting story.