Private Guided Walking Tour of Bloomsbury, London
Private Guided Walking Tour of Bloomsbury, London
Bloomsbury sits in the heart of London, and has always attracted the great thinkers, writers, artists, and scientists of the world. Now you can walk in their footsteps, as your private expert guide shows you around this historic and elegant neighbourhood! Discover secrets about royals seeking aid from the great physicians of the time, hear moving stories of charitable work to protect the children of the growing metropolis, and imagine the iconic characters of the area working and playing in these idyllic streets.
From Virginia Woolf and Charles Dickens to Vladimir Lenin and Bob Marley, you won't believe the stories that Bloomsbury has to share.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Red Lion Square Gardens
Discover the early history of this fascinating neighbourhood, as your private expert guide introduces you to the beautiful gardens and violent history hidden beneath its elegant surface.
Lambs Conduit Street
Stroll along this beautiful and historic shopping street, learning the history of Elizabethan traders and feminist publishers from your private expert guide.
Great Ormond Street
Hear the story of the world-famous children's hospital with a surprising connection to a classic work of literature. Then discover the touching and remarkable story of how one of England's most famous monarchs was privately treated in the adjoining square, giving the neighbourhood a rich medicinal heritage.
Coram's Fields
Your private expert guide will show you where the Foundling Hospital was created, and share stories with you about how the plight of poor abandoned children moved hearts across England, from illustrious composers to renowned writers.
The Brunswick Centre
Take a break from stunning Georgian architecture and explore the imposing and unique Brunswick Centre, a milestone of post-war urban planning in London and one of the more contentious developments in this historic neighbourhood.
Tavistock Square
Bloomsbury is famous for its writers, thinkers, and artists, but Tavistock Square has a more specific dedication - explore the monuments throughout this tranquil square, and learn how it has links to some of the bloodiest conflicts in history.
Russell Square
Marvel at Senate House, the imposing structure that marks the home of the University of London, and discover how members of the elite and artistic Bloomsbury Group made their homes in and around this square.
The British Museum
Please note: an interior tour of the Museum is not included, but can be added to your tour.
Included
- Private expert guide for the duration of your tour
- Bespoke recommendations and advice for the rest of your time in London
- Ability to personalise your tour - let us know if you have a particular area of interest!
- Option to have us make a reservation for you to eat at a local gem to suit your tastes
Not Included
- Interior tour of the British Museum
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Bespoke Britain is the proud holder of the 'Good To Go' industry standard certification developed by Visit Britain. This certifies that we follow government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, have a Risk Assessment in place, and processes to maintain cleanliness and aid social distancing.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.