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Westminster Walking Tour

London's Royal & Political Heart

Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street and Buckingham Palace — the landmarks at the centre of Britain's history, and the stories behind them.

Duration

2 hours

Location

Westminster, London

Group

Small group · private tours on request

Price

Starting from £20 per person

Tour overview

Step into the heart of London and discover the stories, landmarks and characters that have shaped Britain.

On this guided walking tour, explore the historic streets of Westminster and see some of London's most iconic sights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Horse Guards Parade, St James's Park and Buckingham Palace.

Along the way, your experienced local guide will bring Westminster to life with fascinating stories of British royalty, politics, historic events and London's traditions — from royal ceremonies to the heart of modern British government.

Whether it's your first visit to London or you simply want to see the city from a different perspective, this is a relaxed and engaging way to discover the landmarks at the centre of Britain's history.

Walk through the heart of London. Discover its stories. See it through the eyes of a local.

What you’ll experience

  • Palace of Westminster & Houses of ParliamentDiscover the heart of British democracy and hear the stories behind one of London's most iconic landmarks.
  • Westminster AbbeyAdmire this magnificent historic church and discover its centuries-old connection to British kings, queens and national events.
  • 10 Downing StreetSee the famous home and office of the British Prime Minister and learn about its place in modern British politics.
  • WhitehallWalk along one of London's most historic streets, surrounded by government buildings, monuments and centuries of political history.
  • Trafalgar SquareExplore London's famous public square, dominated by Nelson's Column and surrounded by some of the city's most important landmarks.
  • St James's ParkEnjoy a beautiful walk through one of London's Royal Parks, right in the heart of Westminster.
  • St James's PalaceDiscover one of London's oldest royal palaces and its fascinating connection to the British monarchy.
  • The MallWalk along London's grand ceremonial avenue, connecting St James's Palace with Buckingham Palace.
  • Buckingham PalaceFinish at the world-famous home of the British monarch and discover the royal stories surrounding the palace.

What’s included

  • Your local guide for the whole tour
  • A bottle of water
  • A small souvenir

Not included

  • Transport and travel cards
  • Entrance tickets to any attraction
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tips

Meeting point

In front of Winston Churchill's statue in Parliament Square — look for your guide, AK, with a red umbrella.

Where we finish

In front of Buckingham Palace, at the corner of The Mall and Constitution Hill.

Languages available

  • English
  • Deutsch
  • Burmese

Tell us your preferred language when you enquire and the whole tour is guided in it.

Good to know

How can I book a tour with BeExplorers?

Contact us once you find the tours you would like to book. If you have any questions or would like to arrange a private or tailor-made experience, please contact us and our team will be happy to assist you.

Are your tours private or shared?

We offer both shared tours and private experiences. We also provide corporate, group and tailor-made tours designed around your needs.

What languages are your tours available in?

Our tours are available in English, Burmese and German, making our experiences accessible to travellers from different countries and backgrounds.

Is the price per person or per group?

The London walking tours are £20 per person. Children under 18 go free, and special rates are available for families, private groups and corporate bookings — just ask when you enquire. Day trips are quoted individually.

Enquire

Enquire about London's Royal & Political Heart

Tell us your dates, your group and your language, and we will come back to you personally.

We usually reply within 24–48 hours.

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