Slavery and City of London Walking Tour
During this tour you will receive revealing information about the history of Britain going back 2000 years. It will focus on slavery with particular reference to the role played by the City of London. You will be led by well trained guides with a wealth of knowledge. We have been conducting tours for over five years and have received great feedback from happy and satisfied customers. You will be shown hidden depths, labyrinths, sculptures, and more, that together form the iconoclastic location that is the City of London.
Options
Slavery + The City of London
Duration: 2 hours
What's included in Slavery and City of London Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tower of LondonPass-by Only
The Ordnance Office at the Tower of London was where Granville Sharp was employed. He was one of the most prominent anti-slavery people in 18th century Britain.
Roman wall ofLondonium
This wall led to the creation and founding of Londinium 2000 years ago. The ancient Romans took Britons as slaves although they complained the Brits were lazy!
Lloyds of LondonPass-by Only
This is the site where East India House was located. That was the headquarters for the East India Company. The East India Company relied on slave labour and trafficked in slaves from East and West Africa.
Inclusions
- Slavery and The City of London Walk
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Our Tour Guide will be immediately in front of Tower Hill Tram holding a sign with our company name.
End Points
- The walk finishes at Aldgate Underground station.
