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Go Up The Shard & London Landmark Walking Tour is a tour or activity in London, about 6 hours long. It costs about CAD $163 per person. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
See over 30 London sights and then enjoy an amazing view from the Shard (London's tallest viewing gallery)
We will guide you on an exploration of London’s major landmarks. This will give you a good idea of the history, culture, and legends of Europe’s best-loved city
We will head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we'll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. After witnessing this impressive ritual, we'll head to Westminster. Sights we'll see include Downing St, Westminster Abbey & the Houses of Parliament.
Then we'll go to the London Bridge area, where we'll see Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Clink Prison, London Bridge, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge & the Tower of London. After which we will direct you to the Shard and hand you your tickets!
Then go up the Shard after your tour!
Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only for the 10am tour - daily in June & July, otherwise only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays
• We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) • Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs • The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at The Shard. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour.
Check the meeting time and place on Viator when you book. They can differ by option and date.
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.
1 hour
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
20 min
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
20 min
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
20 min
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
40 min
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
20 min
After a short journey on the London Underground, we’ll arrive at the vibrant Southbank area where you’ll see the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
40 min
Next, we’ll walk onto Millennium Bridge (known by locals as Wobbly Bridge!) to get a wonderful view of St Paul’s Cathedral and its famous dome.
20 min
Your guide will take you inside lively Borough Market - home to great local food and some secret Harry Potter filming locations! Afterwards, see the impressive Southwark Cathedral.
30 min
We continue onto London Bridge - the perfect viewpoint to see sights like Tower Bridge, Tower of London, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship), The Shard skyscraper (UK's tallest building) and the Square Mile!
30 min
After the walking tour, your guide will provide directions to The Shard, where a high-speed elevator takes you to the 68th floor. Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views stretching up to 40 miles, and if you’re feeling adventurous, head up to the open-air viewing platform on level 72!
1 hour · Admission included
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.
Go Up The Shard & London Landmark Walking Tour costs about CAD $163 per person. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 6 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes Small Group Tour; Walking tour of the Top 30 sights of London (5 hours); The Shard Viewing Gallery Entrance Tickets; Local Fun Guide. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
Not included: Please bring a Contactless Bank Card / Oyster Card / Travel Card : Underground Journey; Food and drinks; Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point. Plan to pay separately for anything that is not listed as included. The full list is on the Viator page.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Viator lists the meeting point as: • We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly), • Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs, • The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station. It ends at: Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at The Shard. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour. The meeting time and place can differ by option and date. Check them on Viator before you book.
Go Up The Shard & London Landmark Walking Tour has child pricing for ages 4 to 15. Adult pricing applies from age 16. The operator sets the age bands and any age limits. Check them on Viator before you book.
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fromCAD $163per person (approx.)
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