Spend a full day in London with a private guide who tailors the route to your interests. Walk historic streets, ride the Tube, visit markets and riverside viewpoints while learning the local stories behind the sights.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning light catches the stone lions of Trafalgar Square and the Thames pulls the city into motion — this is a day designed around your curiosities. On a full-day, private walking-and-transit tour, a local guide threads through grand monuments, neighborhood markets, hidden courtyards and riverside viewpoints, shaping a route that reflects food, fashion, history or contemporary culture.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable walking 3–6 miles with breaks and short public-transit transfers.
Wildlife
History
London grew from Roman Londinium into a global port; medieval streets, Tudor and Georgian architecture layer over older Roman and natural features.
Conservation
High visitor numbers concentrate impacts in central areas; use public transport, support small businesses and avoid littering to help keep streets and green spaces healthy.
Reserve your spot on the London Like a Local Full Day Custom Tour with Private Guide today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early to beat crowds
Begin at first light near major sites like Trafalgar Square or Westminster to avoid mid-day crush and reserve time for popular stops.
Bring a contactless card or Oyster
Pay-as-you-go transit speeds movement across zones and avoids queuing for single tickets on buses or the Tube.
Comfortable walking shoes
Expect several miles on varied pavement and occasional cobbles — supportive shoes prevent fatigue over a seven-hour day.
Pack for changeable weather
London weather can flip; a compact waterproof and a light insulating layer make outdoor stops manageable.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and grip for city pavements, cobbles and occasional stairs.
Compact waterproof jacket
Light rain is common in spring; a packable shell keeps the day moving.
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Contactless bank card or Oyster
Required for seamless use of the Tube, buses and some riverboats.
Small daypack
Carries water, snacks, layers and any markets or small purchases.