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Historical London Walking Tour in Westminster & Churchill War Rooms Entry
Greater London, United Kingdom
From USD 79.10
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Up to 24 hours in advance.
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- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Offered in: English
Overview
Immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II on an enriching and emotionally stirring tour of London Westminster with a knowledgeable guide. Descend to the subterranean Churchill War Rooms, an underground network of bunkers that functioned as wartime offices, and enrich your knowledge of British history with commentary that covers little known facts. As you explore, see iconic London sights like the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, and delve into the life and work of former British prime minister, Winston Churchill.
- London walking tour of Westminster including a visit to the Churchill War Rooms
- Learn about London during WWII and the dark days of the so-called 'Blitz'
- Explore Westminster and see sights such as Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
- Visit Churchill Museum inside the Churchill War Rooms at your own pace
- Enjoy an audio tour of the underground war rooms and hear recordings of Churchill’s rousing speeches
What's Included
- Entrance Ticket and reservation fee for the Churchill War Rooms
- Audio guide and map of the Churchill War Rooms
- Guided walking tour of Westminster
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Boudiccan RebellionVictoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK
Westminster Tube; please follow the signs for Exit 2 Victoria Embankment and then take the stairs up to street level to Victoria Embankment. The group will be meeting at the top of the stairs behind the statue of Boadicea on a chariot.
End point
- Churchill War RoomsKing Charles St, London SW1A 2AQ, UK
Churchill War Rooms
What To Expect
Greet your guide at a central London location and embark on an explorative walking tour of London’s WWII-associated sights. Receive an interesting introduction to the impact World War II had on the English capital, and see buildings partially destroyed by the devastating Blitz bombing.
Marvel at iconic London attractions like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and 10 Downing Street, and then capture photographs beside a statue of deceased British prime minister, Winston Churchill.
Bid your erudite guide a fond farewell and descend into the Churchill War Rooms to explore the underground labyrinth independently. Pop in your audio guide to hear of how the network served as hastily constructed government offices during World War II; listen to audio recordings of Churchill’s inspiring wartime speeches and delve into every aspect of his life as you explore the Churchill Museum.
Next, navigate the underground maze of the war rooms and hear of top-secret conversations that changed the course of history. After enjoying the war rooms for as long as you like, return to sea level and continue exploring London at your own pace.
Marvel at iconic London attractions like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and 10 Downing Street, and then capture photographs beside a statue of deceased British prime minister, Winston Churchill.
Bid your erudite guide a fond farewell and descend into the Churchill War Rooms to explore the underground labyrinth independently. Pop in your audio guide to hear of how the network served as hastily constructed government offices during World War II; listen to audio recordings of Churchill’s inspiring wartime speeches and delve into every aspect of his life as you explore the Churchill Museum.
Next, navigate the underground maze of the war rooms and hear of top-secret conversations that changed the course of history. After enjoying the war rooms for as long as you like, return to sea level and continue exploring London at your own pace.
Westminster
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Houses of Parliament (Pass By)
Big Ben (Pass By)
Westminster Abbey (Pass By)
Churchill War Rooms
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Unable to accommodated strollers and baby carriages
- Near public transportation
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
Operated by City Wonders UK
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Traveller Tips
The Churchill War Rooms are a must for anyone visiting London to see.
I would recommend this tour for those visitors that enjoy history.
Highly recommended for anyone interested in WWII history, Winston Churchill and even the basis of a lot of history surrounding parliament’s beginnings.
Reviews
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A little bummed
CHARLES_C, May 2023
The war rooms were great, but had the impression that we would get to see the inside of Westminster Abbey.
A comprehensive look at Churchill and British Government
jim_P, May 2023
This tour provides a good overview of Churchill's personal life and war history while also offering a solid understanding of the British Parliamentary system.
Amazing Tour with Jeremy!
Nadia_B, May 2023
Jeremy was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the buildings and shared so many fun facts. He was also quite funny. I highly suggest going with him.
Need a better guide
Wendy_D, May 2023
Grumpy guide. Commented on very obscure things Too keen on own opinions. Not much info about world war 2 bombings.
Could have saved money by just going to war rooms myself. They were fantastic. The absolute highlight.
Response from Host, May 2023
Hello Wendy_D,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent experience with our Historical London Walking Tour in Westminster & Churchill War Rooms Entry. We appreciate your insights and apologize for any disappointment you encountered during the tour.
We regret to hear that your guide did not meet your expectations and displayed a grumpy demeanor. Providing engaging and informative experiences is a top priority for us, and we apologize if their commentary focused on obscure details and personal opinions rather than delivering a comprehensive overview. We will address this matter with our team to ensure that our guides strike the right balance between personal insights and delivering factual information that aligns with our guests' interests.
We also apologize if you felt there was a lack of information about the World War II bombings. Our aim is to provide a well-rounded historical perspective, and we regret if this aspect was not adequately covered during the tour. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve the content and delivery of our tours.
We are glad to hear that you found the Churchill War Rooms to be fantastic and an absolute highlight of your visit. We understand that you may have felt that visiting the War Rooms independently would have been a more cost-effective option. We strive to enhance the overall experience by providing knowledgeable guides and additional insights during the tour, but we acknowledge that individual preferences may vary.
Your feedback is essential to us as we continuously seek ways to enhance our offerings and provide exceptional experiences for our customers. We appreciate your understanding and willingness to share your thoughts. If there is anything else you would like to discuss or if you have any further concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our customer support team. We are here to assist you in any way we can.
Thank you once again for choosing our tour and for your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an improved and more enjoyable experience.
Warm regards,
Edgar J.
Communications Manager
City Wonders
Historic Westminster and Churchill
Sean_E, May 2023
David was incredible! He provided a lot of great information and gave us a few laughs along the way. My son was super engaged and I’d recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in the history of Westminster.
History comes alive in Churchill’s War Rooms
Janice_L, May 2023
We had the most knowledgeable and fascinating tour guide, Bob. Since we booked this tour on a Sunday afternoon, we were able to have a private tour of the Westminster area, Westminster School grounds, with Bob’s poignant historical comments regarding how the decisions made by Churchill and his team continue to influence life in England today. The war rooms themselves are history brought to life. Really a terrific tour.
Meeting location from Trip Advisor is Wrong.
Nancy_S, May 2023
Great tour guide. Meeting Location— from embankment underground from TripAdvisor confirmation is WRONG. Tour guide stated they have tried to get this changed. We almost missed tour.
I thought tour was of War Rooms but it’s only the entrance ticket which turned out to be fine. Got more of Westminster area overview with “color’ than I expected which was great. If you want War Rooms just get a ticket and go there.
Ian’s tour is a must. Plus the War Rooms - great history about Churchill.
Bill_M, May 2023
Ian was a great guide. Very funny and knew his history. Once done with Ian we want to the War Rooms. I had been before and would go again. What an amazing period of time and the new Churchill museum inside the War Rooms area is great.
Highly recommend
Karen_L, May 2023
Our tour guide, Jo was amazing. She was very friendly & provided us with so much information about the history of this fabulous city. Highly recommended this tour as we definitely wouldn't have learned as much as we did on our own.
Great historical Landon tour
Kathleen_F, May 2023
Ian was a good tour guide& very knowledgeable although i think we could have done a shorter walking tour and allowed more time for Churchill museum.
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