Westminster Tours
Photo above: Big Ben and the House of Parliament
Photo above: Buckingham Palace from a Royal Park
Most of London's best known historic sights are located in Westminster, as it is here that the Queen resides and Parliament meets. It's an area rich in history, going back to the 1000s when Edward the Confessor (English king) decided to build his royal palace here. Often referred to as London's West End this is a vibrant area, renowned for its theatres, galleries and shopping.
Photo above: Military band on The Mall
The Westminster Highlights walking tour helps you tick off the most important and must-see sights on your wish list, in a couple of hours. The tour includes Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. London is world-famous for its pomp and pagentery, and I can offer advice about tour timings to include the spectacle of the Changing of the Guards or the Dismounting Ceremony, and help you to capture memorable photo opportunities.
Photo above: One of Westminster's back streets
Along side its famous attractions, Westminster has hidden alleyways, charming courtyards, beautiful parks and elegant squares waiting to be explored. These type of places can be easily overlooked as they don't feature in regular guidebook, but they can be included in a walking tour.
Whether you're a first time visitor to London wanting to see all the key historic sights, or maybe someone who wants to experience London's vibrant West End or your looking for something quirky and fun, Westminster has something for everyone.
Photo below: Millicent Fawcett statute