easy
2–3 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels with basic stamina for walking city streets
Discover the inspiring stories of Muslim women in London with an award-winning guide. Visit historic sites, a unique prayer space, and enjoy a hidden café stop.
Embark on a unique guided walking tour celebrating the remarkable contributions of Muslim women in London. Discover inspiring stories, from the first female lawyer to the largest female prayer space, while enjoying a coffee break at a hidden gem. Led by award-winning guide AbdulMaalik Tailor, this experience is unforgettable.
We have curated a new guided walking tour that celebrates Muslim women in London, Britain.
You will discover:
The first Female lawyer in Britain and how she was discriminated against The site of the home belonging to Britain's first female to perform Hajj, Lady Zeinab Cobbold Burlington Arcade's mystery female convert who took her Shahada whilst flying on a plane to Paris The Piccadilly Hotel's robbery witness The Lady who lead the Muslim Society of Great Britain in the 1930s Have you heard about the largest female prayer space in Central London? Also, how did Lady Montagu describe Muslim women in the 1700s
There will be a coffee break in a hidden Muslim gem!
Multi-award winning AbdulMaalik Tailor is a convert to Islam, who is Britain’s first professionally qualified Muslim tour guide and discovered London’s first known Mosque of 1895 and the site of London’s first public known Eid prayers on 1894 which he worked tirelessly for a blue plaque to be erected at the site.
He has spoken widely around the world about Halal tourism in Britain and is regularly sought after by international and British media.
This walking tour is available to corporate, schools, mosques, youth and women's groups as private tours. Please email info@halaltourismbritain.com for further assistance.
Be at the starting location outside The Supreme Court, Little George St, London SW1P 3BD. before 10:15 AM otherwise you will miss the beginning. Use www.tfl.gov.uk to plan ahead. This court is behind the Abraham Lincoln statue on Parliament Square.
Closet Mosque to end location which also has a female prayer place: Mayfair Islamic Centre 19 Hertford Street, London W1J 7RU. Any enquiries relating to the Mosque please make direct enquiries with them 020 7495 8283
Closet tube stations to start location: St James's Park Station served by the Circle and District lines Westminster station served by Circle, District and Jubilee lines
Closet tube station to finish location: Hyde Park Corner station served by Piccadilly line Marble Arch served by Central line
The tour covers city streets and some uneven pavements, so sturdy shoes ensure comfort throughout.
Out of respect for religious sites, wear attire that covers shoulders and knees.
Carry a water bottle as the tour spans several hours with limited public drinking fountains.
Small group tours fill quickly; early arrival ensures a good spot and smoother check-in.
The Muslim Women Tour highlights contributions dating back to landmark legal achievements in the early 20th century London Muslim community.
The tour promotes respectful tourism by encouraging visitors to support local businesses and honor cultural heritage sites.
Provides support and cushioning for navigating city pavements.
Keeps you hydrated during the urban walking tour.
Useful for covering shoulders when visiting prayer spaces.
Ensures comfort against changing London weather during the tour.