London:Winston Churchill Walking Tour with WII War Rooms Entrance | La Vacanza Travel

London:Winston Churchill Walking Tour with WII War Rooms Entrance

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Destination: United Kingdom, England, London
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • London
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Hear the story of a man who changed the course of World War II—and the world as we know it—as you walk in the footsteps of Winston Churchill throughout his life. Stroll along St James Street as you peek inside his favorite shops and bars and pause at monuments erected to honor those who fought in WWII and other conflicts. To wrap up, you'll descend to the War Rooms, Churchill's historic underground bunker, where he made decisions during WWII that would alter the course of history.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Mayfair, London England

Begin your tour in Mayfair, an elegant London neighbourhood that played an integral role in Winston Churchill's life. You'll start by experiencing some of the places he frequented most often throughout his childhood and as a young man. See the hotel from which he ordered his food while living nearby and even the bachelor pad that he called home in his younger years.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Royal Arcade, 28 Old Bond Street, London W1S 4BT England

After getting a glimpse of the young Churchill's usual haunts, you'll see how his tastes for the finer things in life developed. Swing over to visit where Churchill purchased his custom-made dress shoes so he didn’t have to reach down and tie whilst he frantically worked out of his underground bunker during WWII.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St. James' Square, London SW1Y 4JU England

Churchill was famous for his love of hats, cigars, and other luxuries. Your guide will show you the shops where he frequently purchased both of the above and other material pleasures around St James Street.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, Horse Guards Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX England

See mounted cavalry troops on beautifully bred horses at the Horse Guards Parade, a ceremonial parade ground where the annual Trooping the Colour takes place in celebration of the King's birthday.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Whitehall, London SW1A 2BX England

Your journey continues through some of the darkest days of Churchill's tenure as Prime Minister: World War II. Millions courageously sacrificed their lives for a noble cause during these tumultuous years and are remembered in places throughout London today. As you make your way along Whitehall, you'll pay homage to them at iconic statues and visit solemn memorials that commemorate all the casualties experienced by British forces during WWII and other conflicts.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Churchill War Rooms, King Charles Street, Clive Steps Westminster, London SW1A 2AQ England

Descend into the heart of Churchill War Rooms, an underground complex located in London's Westminster district that served as a secret base of operations during World War II. Explore the corridors and rooms where British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his staff worked tirelessly to direct military operations from 1940–45. Experience firsthand the conditions these brave leaders faced on a daily basis as they fought against Nazi Germany. See original artifacts, historic photographs and interactive displays that recreate a fascinating time in British history.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour of London
  • Small group of 15 guests maximum
  • Pre-reserved tickets to Churchill War Rooms
  • Expertly guided tour of War Rooms
  • Entry/Admission - Churchill War Rooms

Exclusions
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is wheelchair accessible however, only 1 wheelchair per tour. Please contact customer support prior to booking to allow us to notify the sites visited.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

16 New Bond St, London W1S 3SU, UK


Return Details

King Charles Street, King Charles St, London SW1, UK

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

Eileen_S

26 Feb, 2024

Excellent tour and our tour guide, Suzanna was genuine, passionate and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour in London.

Maps68502882140

30 Oct, 2023

Very informative tour, a lot of information about Churchill's life. I would definitely recommend it. Mary did a great job!

cheryloddo1

09 Oct, 2023

Great tour with Salvatore! So interesting and knowledgeable. Wonderful walk along relevant streets to Churchill life. Highly recommend!

Glenn_M

17 Jul, 2023

Great and very knowledgeable tour guide. Provided insights into his life and the community he lived in.

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