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Itinerary
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Stop At: Tower of London, Tower Hill, London EC3N 4AB England

A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, the history of 'The Tower' has been intertwined with the history of England for almost a thousand years. Originally built by William The Conqueror in 1066, it has served a number of functions during its long history, including a prison, luxury palace for royalty and even a zoo. The priceless crown jewels are also held within the castle walls, along with the largest collection of medieval armour and weaponry in the country. See all of this and hear more about the tower's bloody history on a comprehansive tour with an expert guide.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: St. Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD England

Designed by the prolific British architect, Sir Christopher Wren, and taking 35 years to build, St Paul's Cathedral is an iconic symbol of London. One of the largest churches in the world, its dome is an incredible 366ft high and, inside the Whispering Gallery, it is said that a gentle whisper can be heard on the other side of the dome almost 112ft away. Explore the history behind this famous Cathedral and see the tomb of Lord Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most revered icons.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Trafalgar Square, Centre of the City, London SW1A England

Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars with France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.

Stop At: Whitechapel Road, London England

For three months during the late 19th century, the Whitechapel area of London was enveloped in fear. During this period, a series of murders known as the 'Whitechapel Murders' took place; five women were murdered and brutally mutilated by a killer that was never caught. To this day, the identity of the killer remains a mystery, and well over a hundred theories exist today that attempt to lift the veil on the identity of one of history's most elusive murderers.

Wander the same dark, cobbled streets and alleyways as the Ripper's victims and visit the murder sites as our expert tour guide reveals the gruesome, horrific details behind their deaths and how the killer mutilated his victims in trademark fashion. Listen as our expert tour guide brings the history of 19th century Whitechapel to life and reveals an area gripped by fear and uncertainty.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Evan Evans Tours, Road Victoria 258 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London SW1V 1BS England

Evan Evans Tours is the oldest and largest sightseeing company in London and has been accompanying visitors on city tours and out-of-town excursions since 1930.

Evan Evans Tours is owned by The Travel Corporation of 25 highly successful travel and tourism companies including Trafalgar Tours, Insight Vacations, Contiki Holidays and Red Carnation Hotels. The Travel Corporation is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and guest service and this this follows for each individual brand.

Stop At: Thames River, London England

From the Tower of London, hop aboard a Thames River Cruise to Westminster Pier to enjoy London from a different viewpoint. If you prefer, you can take the cruise any day before 31 March 2020.

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: Old Spitalfields Market, 16 Horner Square, London E1 6EW England

The name Spitalfields is a contraction of 'hospital fields'. ... The famous Spitalfields Market was granted its charter by Charles II in 1682.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Bow Bells Pub, 116 Bow Road, London E3 3AA England

You'll also visit Spitalfields Market and the Ten Bells pub, where it is rumoured the killer visited and selected his unwitting victims from as they drank their troubles away.

Duration: 10 minutes

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Included

Professional guide
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Transportation in air-conditioned coach (maximum 50 people)
fish and chips sample
Entry to St Paul's Cathdral
Entry to Tower of London
Thames River Cruise Ticket (open dated)
Free Fish & Chips (sample)
Entry/Admission - Tower of London
Entry/Admission - St. Paul's Cathedral
Entry/Admission - Whitechapel Road
Entry/Admission - Thames River

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour is a combination of coach and walking tour.
This tour is not suitable for anyone under the age of 15 years
Please note: St Paul’s Cathedral is closed to the public on Sundays and special events or services : St Paul's Cathedral is closed on Mar 6th, 8th,15th, Apr 19th, May 21st, June 22nd, 24th, 29th. There will be a photo stop outside the Cathedral and longer time spent at the Tower of London.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Please note: St Paul's Cathedral is closed on the following dates: Oct 9th, Nov 19, Jan 28th & 31st. There will be a photo stop outside the Cathedral and longer time spent at the Tower of London.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

85%

Original

45%

Reviews

3.5

6

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Dennis W

4 | 2017-06-17

Because this was really two tours patched together, I'm kind of sad that the star rating doesn't let me separate them. The first part of the tour was led by Leslie, who was very knowledgeable about London, and St. Paul's in particular. She clearly was interested in the stories of the Cathedral's survival during WWII, and the stories of the heroics were well told. She also did a good job describing why the Cathedral was built and decorated the way it was, why it has a dome, and why one part is colored in decor while the rest is in white and shades of gray. There was time to wander as well. The Tower tour, though...well...there was a general description of the building and its history, and a trip to the Crown Jewels, but unfortunately she became fascinated with a wedding that may or may not have been happening. We had visited the Tower earlier, with a guide who was more interested in the seamier side of Tower's history. Most of that history had more to do with deaths and funerals than weddings. We were left with scant time to visit much more than the armory in the White Tower before we had to leave. Before the guide went off, we asked when and where we were to gather for the Ripper tour, and she got the time wrong. So: fun time at St. Paul's, less fun with the Tower. Phil was our guide for the Jack the Ripper tour. He not only went over the facts, but was an expert at getting in to the spaces where events actually happened even if urban improvements had covered them up. His descriptions were graphic, but necessary, and he gave a complete overview of the events and the theories. He did it without wearing a Victorian costume, but held attention without tricks. There were no ghosts mentioned on the tour, but it was enough without the ghosts. The fish and chips sample, from Poppies Fish and Chips in Spitalfields, were the best that I've ever had. My grown son has not willingly eaten fish in fifteen years, but this time he asked for mine. Which I'd already consumed. Sorry, son. So: St. Pauls, very good. Tower, vague and disappointing. Ghostless Ripper tour, a well developed, well practiced presentation and utterly fascinating.

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David Ian A

4 | 2015-11-23

The Tour guide and Coach driver were both great! The only negative I have is that the second part of the tour, the Jack the Ripper walk tour was cancelled the day before. I was contacted via email so at least I knew about it but it was still a disappointment. The tour guide, Lesley really made the tour throughly enjoyable.

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