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Churchill's Life & WW2: London Tour with Churchill War Rooms

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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
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Overview
  • Tour the historic underground War Rooms.
  • Hear how Churchill changed the course of WWII.
  • Pay respects at London's most significant war memorials.
  • Immerse yourself in London’s wartime history.
  • Visit key WWII landmarks like Big Ben & Downing Street.

Activity location

  • London, UK
    • Greater London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Royal Air Force Memorial
    • Royal Air Force Memorial Whitehall
    • SW1A 2NS, London, England, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPre-reserved tickets to Churchill War Rooms (audio guide)
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall group of 15 guests maximum
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedExpertly guided walking tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • This tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • All guests must pass through security.
  • Churchill War Rooms can be busy at the weekend and during school holidays and may be unsuitable for those who do not like crowds.
  • Please note that Churchill War Rooms portion of the tour is audio-guided.

What you can expect

Your journey begins at the Battle of Britain Monument, where you’ll hear how Churchill’s powerful speeches inspired Britain during its darkest days. Then it's on to the nearby Boudica Statue, a symbol of resilience that Churchill often referenced in his own calls for strength.

No London walking tour would be complete without a stop at Big Ben, where you'll discover how the famous clock tower survived bomb damage and became a symbol of hope. Across the square, marvel at the Houses of Parliament and the Churchill Statue, where your guide will recount stories of Churchill’s wartime leadership and efforts to preserve British democracy during the Blitz.

From there, you'll pause briefly at Westminster Abbey (exterior only) and visit Downing Street, where Churchill strategized during the war. Stroll along Whitehall, lined with war-related landmarks, before pausing at the Horse Guards Parade to learn about Churchill’s connection to this historic site. You’ll also visit the Guards Memorial, which honors those who served during WWII.

Last but not least, you’ll take a step away from London's hustle and bustle into the city's wartime days. Churchill’s War Rooms, a network of hidden underground bunkers, are where he made crucial decisions that crushed Nazi advancements during World War II—and remain untouched since 1945. With an audio guide allowing you to peruse the site at your own space, you'll immerse yourself in British history as you explore Churchill's private office, the map room, and more of the rooms where history was made.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLondon, UK
    • Greater London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThe Royal Air Force Memorial
    • Royal Air Force Memorial Whitehall
    • SW1A 2NS, London, England, United Kingdom