LetzGo’s History of England tour is a chronological guided walk through the City of London, tracing 2,000 years of English history from Roman Londinium through Saxon and Norman rule to the medieval and early modern periods. Key stops include St Paul’s Cathedral, Guildhall, Cheapside, the site of the Great Fire of London (1666), Tower Hill, and All Hallows-by-the-Tower — London’s oldest church with Roman origins. The walk concludes at the Thames for the Royal Thames Cruise. You can upgrade your ticket to include timed entrance to the Tower of London.
History of England Tour in 2 Hours with Royal Thames Cruise
Explore England's history on a guided walking tour of London. Discover the city's past from Roman Britain to the modern era, enjoy a Thames cruise, and upgrade to visit the Tower of London.
Tour Overview
Discover the complete story of England on this fully guided 2-hour walking tour designed to give visitors a clear, engaging, and chronological understanding of English history. Led by an expert local guide, this immersive experience traces England’s journey from Roman Britain through Saxon and Norman rule, medieval monarchy, religious change, empire, and the formation of the modern English state.
This immersive experience begins with a 2-hour guided walking tour offering an accessible and engaging introduction to the history of England. Starting outside St Paul’s Cathedral, guests are introduced to Roman Britain, early Christianity, and the long relationship between religion and power in English history.
Moving east through the historic City of London, guests explore the remains of Roman Londinium, Saxon governance, and medieval civic authority at key landmarks such as the Guildhall and Cheapside. The story continues with the Great Fire of London and the rebuilding that reshaped the city.
Approaching Tower Hill, guests encounter some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in London before visiting All Hallows-by-the-Tower Church. The walking tour concludes at the Tower of London, one of England’s most powerful symbols of royal authority and imprisonment.
Following the walking tour, guests board a 1-hour Royal Thames Cruise, providing a relaxing and scenic conclusion to the experience. Those who choose the optional upgrade may then visit the Tower of London independently after the cruise using their reserved entry ticket.
Perfect as an orientation tour for first-time visitors, the experience combines compelling storytelling with some of the City of London’s most important historic landmarks. Beginning at St Paul’s Cathedral and concluding at the Tower of London, the walking tour follows a logical eastward route entirely on the north bank of the River Thames. Upon arrival in the Tower of London area, guests continue their experience with a 1-hour Royal Thames Cruise, offering a unique riverside perspective of London’s historic skyline.
Guests also have the option to upgrade with a Tower of London entry ticket, which can be used after the cruise for independent exploration.
On this tour you will:
• Explore England’s history from Roman Britain to the modern era
• Learn about Romans, Saxons, Normans, and medieval England
• Understand monarchy, religion, and the foundations of English law
• Visit key historic landmarks in the City of London
• Enjoy a 1-hour Royal Thames Cruise after the walking tour
• Optional Tower of London ticket upgrade
• Led by an expert, engaging local guide
• Ideal introduction to England for first-time visitors
What's Included
- Comprehensive chronological overview of English history in just 120 minutes
- Medieval monarchy, law, and religion and the Great Fire of London
- Surviving Roman ruins near the Tower of London
- Visit to All Hallows-by-the-Tower, the oldest church in the City of Londoner
- 40-minute Royal Thames Cruise from the Tower of London area
Highlights
- Fully guided 2-hour walking tour
- Services of an expert local guide
- Comprehensive overview of English history from ancient to modern times
- Royal Thames Cruise
- Optional Upgrade to include the Tower of London
Languages
- English
