London
Half-day heaven: London
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
5.0
(184)
Half-day heaven: London
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Visit some of the most famous attractions that make London so popular, as well as its hidden gems and secret spots that only a local could share with you
- Explore one of London's diverse neighborhoods or keep things fast-paced in the famous central areas
- Discover the iconic tourist sights as well as places that are well-loved local secrets
- From shopping to art, history to food, your host will reveal a side of their city that suits you
- Discover one of the city’s many delightful food markets or try some of London’s locally brewed craft beers
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Start when you like
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
Walking experience
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Transport costs
Rainproof clothing
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Caffè Nero, Unit B, Portcullis House, 1-2 Bridge St, London SW1A 2JH, UKCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Spend half a day exploring London and experience what makes it so unique. From the Royal Parks to centuries of history along the Thames, pop-up markets to a thriving street art scene, your host can’t wait to share the diversity of their city.
Perhaps visit historic markets like Old Spitalfields, where you’ll find vintage clothes, British-designed and made jewelry, and quirky artwork, or you could head further east to Hackney and taste London’s booming brew culture as you stop by a quirky craft brewery like Howling Hops.
Or if it’s a quintessentially British experience you’re dreaming of, what about visiting Buckingham Palace and then indulging in a British afternoon tea at one of your local's favorite spots?
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Judith
Apr 2025
Becky was an amazing guide. Great personality, incredible conversation, and very knowledgeable about the area that we visited. Highly recommend and would enjoy spending time with her again in the future.
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Rebecca
Mar 2025
He shared his wealth of information entertaining 4 teenage boys with the history of Great Britain and highlights of London. Then we moved on to Borough Market where he showed us all the best eats with a little history mixed in. We ended the tour at a local pub, with a pint, stories, laughs, and a new friend! Thanks JJ!
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Jennifer
Mar 2025
We loved our guide and learned so much!
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Kathryn Jacqueline
Feb 2025
She thoughtfully planned out the tour for me based on what I was interested in. She was very knowledgable about the areas we went to and made recommendations for other places to go after my tour and for future trips. The tea and scones we had were also delicious! I will definitely recommend this to anyone I know who is traveling to London :)
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Andrew
Jan 2025
We had a long layover in London and decided to take a tour while we waiting for our connecting flight. Our tour guide was super flexible (we ran into some flight delays) and was able to adjust the tour to accommodate our travel requirements for the day. From the Tower of London to Buckingham Palace and Big Ben we got all the highlights in just over 4 hours. It was the perfect way to experience London when you have limited time, or get to know the city at the beginning of a trip.
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Jamison
Jan 2025
I must say my guide Tom was amazing start to finish. I enjoyed his energy and openness to help me capture the key moments how I wanted to. He was very knowledgeable and was able to do it while being on the move and not stop for too long as you see in those large group tours that limits the area and sites your able to see. From markets, alleys, historical sites, Tom made my first trip every to the UK better than expected. So much that I plan to bring my kids back so they can experience it as well. Thank you Tom for the conversations and just being you and allowing me me to be me!.
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