Join expert tour guides to discover the secrets of the area around Theatreland, Covent Garden, Kingsway, and Embankment.
This walking tour reveals little-known facts about the area, culled directly from our archives, including the history of Convent Garden (as it was originally known) and how London's first professional police force came to be. You'll also discover how famous streets have shaped London's transport systems, from the construction of the Piccadilly Line and the Kingsway Tram Tunnel to the Elizabeth Line in the 2010s.
Along the way, you'll catch glimpses of some iconic Hidden London landmarks, see the city's oldest shop, hear about the area's first theaters, and learn about the remarkable engineering feats that shaped modern transportation. Notes: What should I wear?
Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, as there will be uneven underfoot conditions throughout the tour. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
Are children allowed?
Children under 9 years of age are not permitted on the tour. Children aged 9 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
How long will the tour last?
Your tour will last up to 120 minutes and will involve walking for most of that time.
Are there restrooms or changing rooms on the tour?
There are no changing rooms or public restrooms available on the tour. Please do not bring large or heavy bags.
What is the tour like?
This tour is an outdoor walking tour. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, as there are uneven underfoot conditions throughout the tour. It is recommended that you have an adequate level of fitness to participate in this tour. You may be refused entry if you do not meet this requirement.
About Your Tickets After booking your tickets, you'll receive an order confirmation at the email address you provided at checkout. This may take up to 24 hours—please check your spam folder after this time. Tickets are non-transferable. Please bring your email confirmation and ticket (preferably on an electronic device), as well as a photo ID for each ticket holder, to gain entry.
Highlights
Stroll through some of central London's most iconic areas and discover transport secrets hidden in plain sight.
Walk along a section of the Piccadilly Line above ground and learn why it curves and diverts underground.
Hear about the numerous underground tunnels in the Holborn area, some of which are abandoned.
Discover why you can hear trains passing by as you stroll through the tranquil Embankment Gardens.
Learn more about London's first public transport route: the River Thames.
What includes and does not include
2-hour guided tour (approximately) of Covent Garden, Kingsway, Lincoln's Inn Fields and Victoria Embankment.
Entrance to attractions
Food and drink
Meeting point
O ponto de encontro para este passeio é do lado de fora da entrada principal do London Transport Museum, Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 7BB. Um membro da equipe irá encontrá-lo na chegada. Chegue 15 minutos antes do horário em seu ingresso.
Para cancelamentos até 24 horas antes do horário de início do serviço, não há cobrança. Para cancelamentos solicitadas com 24 horas ou menos, não há devolução. Será cobrado o valor integral. Se o serviço for cancelado pelo operador devido a imprevistos de qualquer ordem, o valor será reembolsado integralmente.
General Rules
What should I wear? Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, as there will be uneven terrain along the way. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
Are children allowed? Children under 9 years of age are not permitted on the tour. Children aged 9 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
How long will the tour last? The tour will last up to 120 minutes and will involve walking for most of that time.
Are there restrooms or changing rooms on the tour? There are no changing rooms or public restrooms available during the tour. Please do not bring large or heavy bags.
What is the tour like? This tour is an outdoor hike. Sturdy footwear is recommended, as the terrain is uneven throughout the tour. Adequate fitness level is recommended for this tour. Entry may be refused if you do not meet this requirement. About Your Tickets After booking your tickets, you'll receive an order confirmation at the email address you provided at checkout. This may take up to 24 hours—check your spam folder after that. Tickets are non-transferable. To enter, bring your confirmation email and ticket (preferably on an electronic device), as well as a photo ID for each ticket holder.
