London East End & Street Art - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
Discover the culture, history, and street art of the East End on this Exclusive 2.5-hour private guided walking tour in London. Follow a private guide through the streets and alleys of east London, and take in top sites of interest such as Brick Lane, Shoreditch, and Spitalfields Market. Learn of the area’s transformation from 1960s criminal underworld to modern-day fashion capital, and admire beautiful street art by talented artists like Shepard Fairey and Banksy. Along the way, step off the beaten track to explore corners of London many visitors miss.
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Private English Tour
Private Walking Tour;Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You;Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours;Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
What's included in London East End & Street Art - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
East End
Meet your private guide at 10am or 2pm in east London, then head through the vibrant streets to begin your walking tour. Home to some of the capital’s most talented street artists, east London is alive with etchings, stencils and artwork in all styles and colors. Explore areas such as Brick Lane, Shoreditch, and Spitalfields Market, and gain insight into their transformation from working-class neighborhoods to trendy centers of fashion and art. Along the way, enjoy a cultural overview of London’s East End — from its troubled years under the control of the Kray Twins to today — and admire diverse street art by the likes of Shepard Fairey and Banksy. Learn of the origins of Cockney rhyming slang and the rise of hipsters in Shoreditch, stroll past bustling curry houses and stylish galleries, and soak up the atmosphere in this colorful corner of London. When your walking tour comes to an end, wave goodbye to your guide at Shoreditch High Street Station.
Petticoat Lane Market
After meeting your guide by Liverpool Street Station, you will make your way to Petticoat Lane Market, a world-famous market established over 400 years ago by the French Huguenots who sold petticoats and lace from the stalls. It is known today for selling mainly clothes for men, women and children.
Artillery Passage
You will then visit Artillery Passage, where you will be offered a glimpse into 17th Century London. Despite the modern urban changes made, the conservation area will offer you a view into narrow lanes, passages and courtyards, where you will get a rare snapshot of the historic inner city.
Inclusions
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Guided Walking Tour
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide outside of the Liverpool Station main entrance by the Bronze statue “Kindertransport” situated outside on the esplanade of the clock tower of the main entrance of Liverpool Station on the corner of Liverpool Street and Old Broad Street.
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• TOUR MEETING POINT: Meet your guide outside of the Liverpool Station main entrance by the Bronze statue “Kindertransport” situated outside on the esplanade of the clock tower of the main entrance of Liverpool Station on the corner of Liverpool Street and Old Broad Street. • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) • Recommended Dress: Comfortable and weather appropriate Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time. For any URGENT matters please call/text your guide. Their contact details are sent to your email by the morning of your tour. Babylon Tours Phone / Text 0019179990380 Web: www.babylontours.com Mail: [email protected]
