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St Alphage
Dragon on one of the 12 Livery companies
Mercers emblem
Protectors of Bank of England
Tivoli corner

City of London Historical Walking Tour

By Dragon Lore
Free cancellation available
Price was P 2,220, price is now P 1,776 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

We tell the origin story of the ancient City of London, how it was set apart from Westminster, and why it came to be called the envy of kings.

Through the eyes of its legends and many peoples, we chart the city's unique history and influence, from Celtic times to the Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Normans.

We explore how this square mile defied royal authority, which was pivotal in shaping England's democracy and laws, including the Magna Carta. Notably, it was the birthplace of a corporation that propelled an unmatched world empire.

Our tour culminates at the end of the turbulent 17th century, marked by a great fire, plague, and revolution. Despite this backdrop, the city, with a new emblem, the dragon, rose like a phoenix, ultimately securing its longstanding rights and privileges.

Activity location

  • St Alphage Garden with ruins of St Alphage Church
    • London Wall Place
    • EC2Y 5AU, London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 4 London Wall Pl
    • 4 London Wall Place
    • EC2Y 5AU, London, England, United Kingdom

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City of London Historical Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 13:30
Price details
P 2,219.73
P 1,775.78 x 1 AdultP 1,775.78
Total
Price was P 2,219.73, price is now P 1,775.78
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGain a unique history of the City of London that is steeped in ancient history and mythology.
  • What's includedWhat's includedPDF Overview of Tour

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

St Alphage Garden with ruins of St Alphage Church
  • 15m
We begin our journey in the Salters garden where the history of many peoples converge from Roman to Norman.
Salter's Hall Garden
  • 10m
The Roman wall is the physical structure that helped fortify the City of London from outside influence ever since the Romans built it. We also delve into the Celtic people. The indigenous people of these lands and the ones who made it necessary for the Romans to fortify Londinium with the wall! Having set the scene we look to the Salter's Hall to delve into the history of London's history of Trade, Governance, and Sacrifice through the years. The Salter's Hall being ranked 9th among the 12 most important Livery companies (formerly known as Guilds).
St Mary Aldermanbury Garden
  • 10m
The ruins of this ancient church derives its name from the ancient court or bery of the aldermen, which is now held at the Guildhall. The garden today hosts memorials to a Shakespeare and two legends of two different Livery companies.
City of London
  • 5m
The municipal governing body of the City of London and the historic centre of London.
Guildhall
  • 15m
The town hall of the City of London has been on its current site since at least the 13th century. We take a look at it's history and mythology since Greek through to Roman, Saxon and Norman influences.
Guildhall Art Gallery
  • 2m
Location of the Roman Amphitheatre
St. Lawrence Jewry
  • 5m
The official church of the City of London Corporation remembers the saint the saint who helped Christianity to flourish with a sacrifice that was unforgettably cruel.
Bank of England
  • 5m
Tivoli corner
St. Margaret Lothbury Church
  • 5m
This Church represents two of the Wards of the City of London and we look at how livery companies came by their naming as 'Worshipful' companies.
Bank of England
  • 5m
We take at look at this most influential, traditional but still very forward looking institution. The Golden statue on top tells an interesting story.
The Royal Exchange
  • 5m
Built by a legend for adventurers to meet. These men went onto shape the new world. We also find out about what the the golden grasshopper is doing on top of it!
London Troops War Memorial
  • 10m
Inside a circle of 12 dragon (lamposts) representing the 12 great livery companies we highlight some of the notable figures remembered around this area and then we conclude, returning to the story of Minotaur.
Mansion House of City of London
  • 5m
At the head of govenance is The Lord Mayor of the City of London. In addition he is an international ambassador for the UK's financial and professional services sector. This is his home.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSt Alphage Garden with ruins of St Alphage Church
    • London Wall Place
    • EC2Y 5AU, London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE4 London Wall Pl
    • 4 London Wall Place
    • EC2Y 5AU, London, England, United Kingdom

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