Medieval History Walking Tour in London from the Tower of London
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This two-hour walking tour begins at the Tower of London, a fortress built in 1078 with over 900 years of history. The guide explains its significance from William the Conqueror’s time to today. From there, the route crosses Tower Bridge while sharing details about its construction. The tour continues along the Thames to see the WW2 battleship HMS Belfast, which participated in key conflicts including the D-Day landings. Next, the group walks past London Bridge, learning about its history from its Roman origins in 43 AD, through medieval times, the Great Fire of Southwark in 1212, the English Civil War, and into the present. Participants then pass through Borough Market, known as the oldest food market in the world, located under early Victorian railway arches. The walk proceeds to Southwark Cathedral, which has stood since 1420 and houses the resting places of historical figures; it was also the site of heresy trials in the 1550s. At St. Mary Overie dock, the guide recounts Sir Francis Drake’s 1577 global voyage related to the Golden Hinde ship. The tour then visits the ruins of Winchester Palace, a 12th-century building important to medieval London royalty and home to the country’s oldest prison. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre is next, rebuilt after a fire in 1613 and situated on the Thames opposite St. Paul's Cathedral. Along the river, the guide explains the 30-million-year history of the Thames and events that occurred there between the 11th century and Victorian era. The group crosses the Thames again via the Millennium Bridge, enjoying river views on the way to St. Paul's Cathedral. This landmark, designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 1670s, has dominated Ludgate Hill and been a site of worship since the 7th century. Every stop is brief but informative, with the expert guide providing historical context at each location.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Tower of London
Pass by the Tower of London, originally built in 1078. Learn about its 900-plus year history, including events from William the Conqueror’s era through to modern times.
10 min
Tower Bridge
Cross the Thames via Tower Bridge and hear about the bridge’s construction and significance.
10 min
HMS Belfast
View the World War II battleship HMS Belfast, which took part in various conflicts including the D-Day landings.
10 min
London Bridge
Learn the history of London Bridge from its first construction in 43 AD through medieval periods, the 1212 Great Fire of Southwark, the English Civil War, and up to today.
10 min
Borough Market
Walk past Borough Market, which is over 900 years old and located beneath early Victorian railway arches; it is the oldest food market in the world.
10 min
Southwark Anglican Cathedral
See Southwark Cathedral, standing as it has since 1420. It has been a place of worship since 606 and was the site of heresy trials in the 1550s.
10 min
Golden Hinde
At St. Mary Overie dock, learn about Sir Francis Drake’s 1577 circumnavigation voyage and the controversies involved.
10 min
Winchester Palace
View the ruins of Winchester Palace, a 12th-century building that hosted medieval royalty and contained England’s oldest prison.
10 min
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
See the reconstructed Globe Theatre, rebuilt after a fire in 1613, located on the Thames opposite St. Paul’s Cathedral.
10 min
Thames River
Learn about the 30-million-year history of the Thames and the difficult conditions along its banks from the 11th century through Victorian times.
10 min
Millennium Bridge
Cross the Thames again on the Millennium Bridge and enjoy views of the river en route to St. Paul’s Cathedral.
10 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
Conclude at St. Paul’s Cathedral, designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 1670s. The site has been a place of worship since the 7th century.
10 min
Meeting point
Meet your expert guide outside the western exit of Tower Hill tube station, near Trinity Square, The Citizen M Hotel, and the 'Tower Hill Tram' burger van. Your guide will be holding a flagpole with a Union Jack flag flying from it.
End point
The tour will end by the majestic St. Paul's Cathedral - ideal for various bus routes, taxis, and the London Underground - St. Paul's is on the central (red) line.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Medieval History Walking Tour in London from the Tower of London
by London : Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£36Overview
This two-hour walking tour begins at the Tower of London, a fortress built in 1078 with over 900 years of history. The guide explains its significance from William the Conqueror’s time to today. From there, the route crosses Tower Bridge while sharing details about its construction. The tour continues along the Thames to see the WW2 battleship HMS Belfast, which participated in key conflicts including the D-Day landings. Next, the group walks past London Bridge, learning about its history from its Roman origins in 43 AD, through medieval times, the Great Fire of Southwark in 1212, the English Civil War, and into the present. Participants then pass through Borough Market, known as the oldest food market in the world, located under early Victorian railway arches. The walk proceeds to Southwark Cathedral, which has stood since 1420 and houses the resting places of historical figures; it was also the site of heresy trials in the 1550s. At St. Mary Overie dock, the guide recounts Sir Francis Drake’s 1577 global voyage related to the Golden Hinde ship. The tour then visits the ruins of Winchester Palace, a 12th-century building important to medieval London royalty and home to the country’s oldest prison. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre is next, rebuilt after a fire in 1613 and situated on the Thames opposite St. Paul's Cathedral. Along the river, the guide explains the 30-million-year history of the Thames and events that occurred there between the 11th century and Victorian era. The group crosses the Thames again via the Millennium Bridge, enjoying river views on the way to St. Paul's Cathedral. This landmark, designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 1670s, has dominated Ludgate Hill and been a site of worship since the 7th century. Every stop is brief but informative, with the expert guide providing historical context at each location.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Tower of London
Pass by the Tower of London, originally built in 1078. Learn about its 900-plus year history, including events from William the Conqueror’s era through to modern times.
10 min
Tower Bridge
Cross the Thames via Tower Bridge and hear about the bridge’s construction and significance.
10 min
HMS Belfast
View the World War II battleship HMS Belfast, which took part in various conflicts including the D-Day landings.
10 min
London Bridge
Learn the history of London Bridge from its first construction in 43 AD through medieval periods, the 1212 Great Fire of Southwark, the English Civil War, and up to today.
10 min
Borough Market
Walk past Borough Market, which is over 900 years old and located beneath early Victorian railway arches; it is the oldest food market in the world.
10 min
Southwark Anglican Cathedral
See Southwark Cathedral, standing as it has since 1420. It has been a place of worship since 606 and was the site of heresy trials in the 1550s.
10 min
Golden Hinde
At St. Mary Overie dock, learn about Sir Francis Drake’s 1577 circumnavigation voyage and the controversies involved.
10 min
Winchester Palace
View the ruins of Winchester Palace, a 12th-century building that hosted medieval royalty and contained England’s oldest prison.
10 min
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
See the reconstructed Globe Theatre, rebuilt after a fire in 1613, located on the Thames opposite St. Paul’s Cathedral.
10 min
Thames River
Learn about the 30-million-year history of the Thames and the difficult conditions along its banks from the 11th century through Victorian times.
10 min
Millennium Bridge
Cross the Thames again on the Millennium Bridge and enjoy views of the river en route to St. Paul’s Cathedral.
10 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
Conclude at St. Paul’s Cathedral, designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 1670s. The site has been a place of worship since the 7th century.
10 min
Meeting point
Meet your expert guide outside the western exit of Tower Hill tube station, near Trinity Square, The Citizen M Hotel, and the 'Tower Hill Tram' burger van. Your guide will be holding a flagpole with a Union Jack flag flying from it.
End point
The tour will end by the majestic St. Paul's Cathedral - ideal for various bus routes, taxis, and the London Underground - St. Paul's is on the central (red) line.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.