Paddington Walking Tour with Brit Movie Tours in London
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves gentle urban walking with occasional stairs.
Overview
Walk in Paddington Bear’s footsteps with Brit Movie Tours across London’s historic neighborhoods. See iconic sites like Paddington Station and unlock behind-the-scenes film secrets on this fun, family-friendly route.
Paddington Walking Tour
For all ages • 2 and a half hours • Small group!
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About This Adventure
Embark on the Paddington Walking Tour and explore the enchanting neighborhoods that inspired the beloved bear. Discover iconic sites, including Paddington Station and Mr. Gruber’s shop, while enjoying behind-the-scenes movie insights. With a mix of walking and a bus ride, this adventure promises delightful surprises and hidden gems throughout London.
Follow in Paddington’s pawsteps
Duration
2.5 hours
About
Join the Paddington Walking Tour and discover this charming London neighbourhood in W2 that inspired the name of the most favourite bear from Peru more than 50 years ago.
Pack your marmalade sandwich, put on some comfortable shoes and duffle coat (or a rain jacket as it is London after all) and let us take you on a fun-filled tour of sites in the Paddington area.
This walking tour explores both the area of Paddington and its surrounding neighbourhoods such as Paddington Green, Maida Vale, Little Venice and Notting Hill and also celebrates its most notable residents the most famous one being a bear from Peru.
Starting at Paddington Station you can see where Mr and Mrs Brown discover the loveable bear and take him home to live with them, naming him Paddington after the station where he was found.
The tour will include a visit to a statue of Paddington as well as filming and literary locations and give you behind-the-scenes information about how the movies were made and how the character of the bear was born. For those keen enough we will even test your knowledge along the way.
As part of the walking tour, there will be a short bus journey on public transport, so each member of your party will need either an Oystercard, contactless card or a Travelcard valid to travel on the day of the tour in Zones 1-2. The bus will take you to Notting Hill where you can visit the film location for Mr Gruber’s shop in Portobello Road.
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- Stop at Mr Gruber’s antiques shop
- Go to the world-famous Portobello Market
- Venture off-the-beaten-track to find lesser known and picturesque parts of London
- Spot a bear at Paddington station!
Adventure Tips
Bring a valid Oyster or Contactless card
A short bus trip is part of the tour, so you’ll need a travel card valid in London Zones 1-2 for public transport.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect roughly 2 hours on foot through urban streets, so supportive footwear is a must.
Prepare for variable weather
London weather can change quickly; bring a rain jacket especially outside summer months.
Keep your camera ready
The tour passes picturesque streets and film locations perfect for casual urban photography.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban squirrels in Paddington Green parks
- Various local birds such as pigeons and sparrows along waterways
History
Paddington Station opened in 1854 and became an iconic gateway, later immortalized through Michael Bond’s Paddington Bear, who first appeared in 1958.
Conservation
While urban, this area benefits from local efforts to maintain green spaces and promote sustainable transport like walking and buses within the city.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes help navigate London’s pavements and cobbled streets comfortably.
Rain jacket or waterproof coat
Keep dry during sudden London rain showers, common outside summer months.
fall|spring|winter specific
Travel card (Oyster or Contactless)
Necessary for the bus segment of the tour within Zones 1-2.
Camera or smartphone
Capture moments at film locations and charming streets throughout the tour.