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Ghosts and Gore: Haunted London History Tour

Join author and historian Megan Coles for a two-hour journey into the darker side of London. This immersive walking tour takes you through Westminster’s most haunted locations, featuring eerie tales from Megan’s best-selling book, ‘A Ghostly Guide to London'. You’ll uncover ghostly encounters and gruesome facts at iconic spots like Westminster Abbey, Horse Guards Parade, 10 Downing Street, and Buckingham Palace. Whether you’re a seasoned ghost hunter or just intrigued by London’s grisly past, this tour will leave you with chilling memories and an unsettling sense of the city’s dark, spectral history.

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Find your look in Covent Garden with a pro stylist

Go vintage shopping in London's chicest neighborhoods guided by a personal stylist. Chat about fashion Meet for coffee at a cafe and discuss what makes style. Discover hidden gems Explore vintage shops like Vintage Threads and Pop Boutique. Curate pieces Visit shops that define Covent Garden’s fashion landscape. Get styled on the go Shop your way through Covent Garden and Seven Dials. End with lunch Grab lunch and seek tips on how to wear your new pieces.

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Explore Soho's scandalous history with comedian 'Coco'

Join a hilarious historical romp through London’s most debauched district. Begin our romp Learn the true story behind Soho’s name. Learn music history Explore where classical, jazz, and rock history was made. Uncover love nests See where London’s elite dallied and learn to spot brothels. Discover secrets Unearth hidden Napoleonic history right under your nose. View a wartime relic Hear about the theater that stayed open during World War II. End on queer history Roam down one of London’s and most campy and iconic streets.

5 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Draw landscapes like an artist at The National Gallery

Join me, an artist and former instructor at the Royal Drawing School, for an immersive drawing experience at the National Gallery that will deepen your appreciation for British landscape art. • We’ll start with a few warm-up exercises to loosen up, tap into your creative side, and connect with your personal style. • Then, we’ll take in iconic works by artists like Turner and Constable, taking in their use of light, color, and technique. • Finally, with newfound inspiration, you’ll choose a work of art in the gallery to engage with and make your own, putting our earlier lessons into practice. You'll leave with a sketchbook filled with new techniques and a deeper connection to the gallery’s masterpieces and to your artist within.

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Explore London’s flower market and craft your own bouquet

With a hot drink in hand from my favorite coffee shop, spend the morning with me, an experienced florist, learning the rich history of the Columbia Road Flower Market in East London. Stroll through the bustling stalls, selecting your own fresh blooms before heading back to my workshop for a hands-on bouquet-making session. • You’ll skip the crowds and enjoy VIP access at one of the busiest stalls at the market, and get insider knowledge on seasonal blooms and one-on-one advice along the way. • After picking up flowers, we’ll take a scenic walk down Brick Lane, soaking in its street art and vibrant atmosphere. At the studio, you’ll learn the art of spiraling and bouquet arrangement in an intimate workshop setting. • Our workshop wraps up with a Q&A, where you’ll learn expert flower care tips to keep your arrangement fresh long after you head home. Columbia Road Flower Market is a bustling botanical paradise in London's East End. With me as your guide, you’ll see it through the lens of someone who knows its hidden corners and long-standing traders, and leave with not only a beautiful handcrafted bouquet but also a deeper appreciation for the craft, the market’s history, and the stories behind every stem.

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Turn London snaps into a handmade zine

Print a paper keepsake at Photobook happy hour with a pro photographer. Enter Photobook cafe Explore the zine history and get inspired by a vast archive located in our cafe. Whilst you have a browse grab a drink from out bar. Design your own zine Select phone pics to turn them into a personalized keepsake. Sip, socialize and curate Have a drink on us as you curate your design, send to print! The fold, staple and trim.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Let me introduce the City - the heart of London

London’s Square Mile isn’t just the city’s financial district— it’s a world of ancient traditions, hidden corners, and modern influence woven together over centuries. Join me, one of the City's official guides, for a walk through time as we unlock the stories behind the City of London’s streets, institutions, and customs that still shape life here today. • Discover how the past is still alive in the City’s streets, from its Roman foundations to medieval trade guilds, the layers of history and its transformation into a financial powerhouse. • Explore hidden corners, quiet churches, and tucked-away green spaces, and learn how ancient traditions such as the Freedom of the City, the Lord Mayor’s Show, and the Livery Companies play a role in modern life. • Witness the striking contrast between centuries-old institutions and cutting-edge architecture, as the Square Mile continues to evolve. Whether it’s your first time in the City or if you’ve walked these streets for years, you’ll never see them the same way again.

5 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Keats-inspired Hampstead Heath tour and poetry workshop

Discover London’s scenic Hampstead Heath through the poems and life of John Keats, a poet I’ve dedicated much of my career to exploring. • We’ll start at Keats’ house and walk around his gardens, which are beautifully preserved by the Keats Society. • Next, we’ll venture out onto the Heath, the patch of nature that inspired not only Keats but also T.S. Eliot, Virginia Woolf, Francis Bacon, and many other writers and artists. • Finally, we’ll end up at one of Keats’ old haunts: The Flask, a picturesque 1663 pub with a history full of highwaymen, strange initiation rites, and ghosts—in other words, the perfect setting for a poetry workshop. I’ll help you write a poem of your own, inspired by the beauty of the Heath. You’ll leave with your own poetry as well as a zine created to remember your time in Hampstead Heath.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Discover Jane Austen’s London with a historic walking tour

Have you fallen in love with Jane Austen novels like "Pride and Prejudice", "Emma", and "Persuasion"? So have I. On this walking tour, I’ll use Jane’s letters and novels to bring the author’s London to life, uncovering the stories behind every stop. • We’ll start at the site of the hotel where Jane stayed with her family in the late 18th century. • We’ll journey past the gardens, theatres and assembly rooms that Jane visited. Some were prime spots on the “marriage market.” • On our walk through Mayfair, St. James’s and Covent Garden, we’ll learn about her publishing journey from start to finish, including taking in the home of the Prince Regent, with whom Jane had an intriguing relationship. You’ll come away with a richer understanding of Regency society, its allure, and its vices—all seen through Jane’s eyes. Plus, you'll take away a mini guide to Jane's London to remember her experiences by. The next time you read her novels, you’ll be able to picture some of the places she writes about!

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Guided Kew Gardens drawing session with an artist

I’m excited to guide you on a journey through Kew, a breathtaking space spanning 300 acres of diverse gardens and botanical collections. We’ll dive into a creative sketchbook workshop, drawing inspiration from the extraordinary plants and flowers around us. • I’ll provide all the materials, including sketchbooks, and jump-start your creativity with short drawing exercises that explore various perspectives and techniques. • Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, I’ll help you tap into your artistic side as you appreciate the beauty of the gardens. My approach is experimental, encouraging you to follow your unique creative instincts, no matter your skill level. • As we explore Kew, I’ll help you find fresh perspectives on the natural world, guiding you to iconic spots like the stunning Palm House. We’ll finish our workshop by sharing what inspired us at a Kew café. I’m looking forward to drawing with you in a place that brings me endless inspiration for my own work. Please note this experience does not include an entry ticket to Kew Gardens, tickets can be bought online or on the day at the entrance.

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1802 reviews

Royal London Bike Ride, with cosy ale pub and street art

Experience the freedom of exploring London by bike, just like a local, and get an exciting introduction to the best of London's landmarks and culture. We'll provide you with a gorgeous, hand-built British bicycle and a tweed flat cap (caps optional, helmets also available) and we'll set off on an adventure around London’s iconic sights and lesser-known hidden gems. Following back streets and dedicated bike lanes, you'll ride from Big Ben past Westminster Abbey and up to Buckingham Palace, the home of the Queen, where we'll see the Royal Guards in their dapper uniforms. (Changing of the Guard days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays) You'll coast along (London is very flat!) at an easy-going pace, stopping regularly to hear fun facts and some quirky historical tales. There's time to take photos too! We'll then take a break to enjoy a pint of beer at a cosy historic pub where you can get to know your fellow travellers. Lastly, you'll have a chance to try street art in Banksy's graffiti tunnel (and we provide spray paint!). We've designed this route to give you the best introduction to London. It's a great balance between 'not to miss' sights and local gems. - The route is mainly flat and easy - London can be a busy & unpredictable - The total distance is 7 miles / 11km - We ride rain or shine - Great for groups - Solo travellers welcome - Best way to start a trip

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Private British Museum Tour with Guide - Tickets Included

Explore with us the British Museum, one of the world's most famous museums. You will be able to discover numerous artifacts, a testament to the most famous civilizations in the history of humanity. From the famous Stele di Rosetta to the Snake to two Aztec heads, from the Parthenon marble to the Busto di Ramses II to the Assyrian lions.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 583 reviews

Cinematic photoshoot in London by Nethmi

I am a photographer who loves capturing individual emotions, vibes & personalities. I will meet you on time, ready to capture the magic of you exploring London! Relax and enjoy the photoshoot as we share posing tips to bring out the best cinematic angles. This experience can be booked as a slot/slots in a mixed-group session OR as a premium private photoshoot just for yourself/your group, at the point of making the booking. A mixed group means you will join a maximum of 4-5 people who book the photoshoot at the same time. It's just that we will walk around the photo locations together but photos will be taken with individual focus. It typically takes about 1 hr - 1.5 hrs max and we will cover the below locations in Westminster: Big Ben, London Eye, Red Telephone Booth, Westminster Bridge & UK Parliament You will receive 30 - 40 edited photos within 5 days. Make sure to download all the photos within 3 days, before your photo link expires. *Our editing style is cinematic and film-like as reflected in the portfolio. Colour grading is done on Lightroom. Photoshop retouching is not included. *Adjust the number of people attending, when making the booking. *Have the Airbnb App on your phone to receive important updates. See you in London!

5 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Explore the Hidden Gems of Cotswolds

Enjoy a 20% early bird discount if you book two weeks earlier. Experience the picturesque Cotswolds, an area of idyllic English countryside known for its green landscapes, charming villages, and honey-coloured stone cottages, on a guided driving tour without worrying about missing the must-see places. Skip the hassles of a DIY or large-group trip and relax on a luxury tour of must-visit towns and villages. See the historical homes of Stow-on-the-Wold and marvel at the honey-stoned Broadway and other precious villages like Chipping Campden, Bibury and Snowshill. Highlights: - Spend at least 6 hours exploring the best of the Cotswolds! - Discover iconic villages, historic towns, and stunning countryside! - Enjoy free time to explore each location at your own pace! - Travel in a luxury car along the country roads! - Learn about local history and photography from your guide! NOTES: - I can pick you up from your chosen accommodation in the Cotswolds. Please ask me! - London pick-up and return are possible for an additional fee. - If you would like to participate on a date that is not available, please send a request. I will do my best to accommodate.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Official Oxford Cycle Tour

Explore & experience the highlights and hidden gems of Oxford by bicycle on our family friendly gentle paced official Oxford cycle tour. Known for its beautiful, historic architecture, Oxford still retains the ability to surprise us with its with its waterways, its parks and its hidden streets and gardens. As well as seeing the university from close up, our Official Oxford Cycle tour shows you parts of the city that most visitors do not see, and travel by bicycle allows us to slip away to visit quiet waterways and meadows with wildlife and views of the city that will remain with you long after leaving. We begin by cycling amongst dreaming spires, the students’ colleges and university departments before escaping the hustle and bustle of the city centre into the surrounding countryside, riding alongside the River Thames in Port Meadow, and having a glimpse of the daily lives of past and present Oxonians. The Official Oxford cycle tour has 11 carefully selected stops, tailored to reflect a broad mixture of history, culture and hidden gems. At each stop our friendly guides will share some insight into our historic city, allowing plenty of time for interaction and photographs. Other things to note Key Facts Distance: 8.4 miles / 12 km Duration: 2 to 3 hours Difficulty: Very easy, family friendly Bike suitability: All, child trailers and seats available

5 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

Private Tour of the Natural History Museum - Skip the Line

Skip the line to enter the museum and forget about big groups of strangers or running after a guide with a tight schedule leading a big group. Treat your family, your friends, your partner or just yourself with this PRIVATE tour. Explore the Natural History Museum with us. Learn about the main attractions of this institution: the Dinosaurs. We will see many fossils and skeletons of these creatures. The museums is not just about this, it also hosts galleries dedicated to minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes and much more. We will learn about the Megatherium, the Ichthyosaur, the Mastodon, the Mantellisaurus, the Blue Marlin as well as Giraffes, because..why not? We will experience an earthquake simulator, look at how Volcanoes are born and play with some physics experiments. Pay a visit to the skeletons of Hope (Blue Whale) and the skeleton of Sophie (Stegosaurus), the two mascots of the museum. Have a look at a Sequoia section dating back more than 1500 years ago.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

London locations photo session by Charles

Hi travellers! Are you looking to take great photos while travelling to London and the UK? Whether you are a solo traveller, a couple or family and friends, this is the experience for you! In this experience you will get: - 75mins shooting time in 1 regular route; OR 60mins shooting time in 1 customised location; - a preview link of 80+ basic edited photos (many experiences only provide unedited photos)! While photos are not included in the price, within 48 hrs you will receive a link to purchase them. Please get your quote with *your group size. I also provide different add-on services. Moreover, there is an offer pack for you to: - ensure a private tour and shoot at 2 locations; - get 80+ basic edited photos; - get 8 colour-editing photos; - get express photo delivery. During the tour, you may see famous landmarks such as the Big Ben, Tower Bridge, London Eye and red telephone booths. You can refer to the regular routes in the location description. Please inquire before booking a customised location or a session with existing clients, for distant locations extra fee applies. Don’t worry even though it’s your first ever shooting, I will give you the necessary support, just relax and enjoy! See you soon! *Late arrival will lessen the time and photos you get, the tour will be cancelled without refunds after 30 minutes.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Hackney & London Fields - the shepherd's route to market

Join me for a walk through vibrant Hackney as we follow the shepherd’s route that they took as they drove their flocks to Smithfield market. We will look at the buildings that line this back route, as we make our way form Hackney’s old town hall to the top of famous Brick Lane. We pass the Hackney Empire and the "new" town hall and on through London Fields as the animals walked. We will see their presence in the street names, Lamb Lane, Sheep Lane and the Cat and Mutton pub. We see the Fields as they are used today, as a people’s park, full of recreational activities. We will learn about the history of this area including the beautiful early Georgian houses on the edge of the Fields. We will talk about the squatters movement that challenged the local authority. We head through Broadway market, an amazing food destination at weekends. We go up to the Regents Canal and view the great iron Gas Works. Over Cat and Mutton Bridge where we will hear about the coming of the canal and how that changed the movement of goods. Then on down Goldsmiths Row, where we take a quick peek at Hackney City Farm, if its open, to view the animals that would have walked this route. On through Columbia Road, a famous Sunday flower market. We explore the Boundary Estate, the first local authority housing in London. The we stop at the top of historic Brick Lane at the Beigal bakery.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Private National Gallery Tour with Guide - Skip the line

Forget about big groups of strangers or running after a guide with a tight schedule leading a big group. Treat your family, your friends, your partner or just yourself with this PRIVATE tour. The tour guide will adapt the approach to your needs, for example depending if you have kids or just adults. Explore the National Gallery with an expert guide. Appreciate the works of the great painters, discover how art has evolved over the centuries. From Renaissance, to Northern Renaissance, to Vedutisti, to Romanticism, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism artists. Let your guide share all the secrets behind every painting, the techniques, and the symbols. You will masterpieces by the most famous painters like, but not limited to, Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Van Eyck, Holbein, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Turner, Constable, Monet, Van Gogh, Seurat. The tour covers the permanent collection, the temporary exhibitions are not included.

Art and culture activities in England

Art and culture activities led by local experts

Ghosts and Gore: Haunted London History Tour

Find your look in Covent Garden with a pro stylist

Explore Soho's scandalous history with comedian 'Coco'

Draw landscapes like an artist at The National Gallery

Explore London’s flower market and craft your own bouquet

Turn London snaps into a handmade zine

Let me introduce the City - the heart of London

Keats-inspired Hampstead Heath tour and poetry workshop

Discover Jane Austen’s London with a historic walking tour

Guided Kew Gardens drawing session with an artist

Top-rated art and culture activities

Royal London Bike Ride, with cosy ale pub and street art

Private British Museum Tour with Guide - Tickets Included

Cinematic photoshoot in London by Nethmi

Explore the Hidden Gems of Cotswolds

Official Oxford Cycle Tour

Private Tour of the Natural History Museum - Skip the Line

Private Tour of the Changing of the Guard

London locations photo session by Charles

Hackney & London Fields - the shepherd's route to market

Private National Gallery Tour with Guide - Skip the line

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