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Royal London Bike Tour

Duration: 4 Hours (approximately) Make a Reservation Back to Tours

Brief Overview

Our Royal London Bike Tour is the perfect tour for both those new to the city and London veterans. For the beginners, this tour will offer you a fantastic orientation and give you an opportunity to see virtually all of the sites you've heard about. For the veterans, we're positive you'll learn new facts and stories about London that you've never heard.

Need to Reserve?

Adults? No (but it is appreciated).
Families with children? Strongly encouraged (so we can hold the youth bikes you'll need). Let us know the age of the young riders in the "Notes" section of the booking.
Larger Groups (8+)? Yes. Also, for a bit more, you can have a private tour (email us for details).

We have a very flexible rescheduling policy. Essentially, you have 12 months from the day of your booking to take a tour with us, and you can reschedule for any reason (bad weather, transportation trouble, simply don't feel like it, etc). Bookings are appreciated, simply for planning purposes, however, we do always hold 10+ spaces every day for guests who have not booked. To be top of the "queue" for these spots, please meet your guide to check in just outside the Queensway Tube Station (Central) 10 - 15 minutes before time of tour. Many thanks!

Tour Highlights

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    The Houses of Parliament

    The Houses of Parliament are situated along the banks of the Themes River. Home to the House of Lords and the House of Commons, at one point in history, the decisions made here directly affected one quarter of the world's population.

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    Buckingham Palace

    Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence of the Royal Family since Queen Victoria. This 661 room palace remained the dwelling of the monarchy throughout World War II, even after being hit seven times by German air strikes. The Royal Standard flies above the building when the Queen is at home.

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    Westminster Abbey

    Westminster Abbey was founded, according to legend, in the year 616. It is home to the crypts of some of the most famous British citizens, including a number of kings and queens, Charles Dickens and Sir Issac Newton. Additionally, all British monarchs have been crowed in the Abbey since William the Conqueror in 1066.

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    The Royal Parks

    The Royal Parks in London include Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, Green Park, and St. James's Park. Cycle and walking paths criss-cross each of these gardens and offer a refuge from traffic in the middle of the city. Music festivals, horseback riding, and paddle boats are found on a daily basis.

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    Big Ben

    Big Ben actually refers to the 13 ton bell within the clock tower. London first heard the chimes on May 31, 1859. Today Big Ben and the clock tower are recognized around the world as a symbol of London.

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    Kensington Palace

    Kensington Palace was first occupied by William III in the seventeenth century and remains to this day an official royal residence. Princess Diana lived here until her death in 1997.

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    Albert Memorial

    The Albert Memorial is situated in Kensington Gardens directly to the north of the Royal Albert Hall. It was commissioned by Queen Victoria in memory of her beloved husband, Prince Albert who died of typhoid in 1861.

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    Trafalgar Square

    Trafalgar Square is home to the National Portrait Gallery and Lord Nelson's Column. Lord Nelson was commanding the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar when he was killed by a French sniper. Today the square also hosts events, public gatherings, ceremonies, and festivals. It is against the law to feed the pigeons here.

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    Also see...

    ...St. James Park, Hyde Park Corner, the Cabinet War Rooms, Kensington Gardens, and the Princess Di Memorial. We have a snack, pint, coffee break at Trafalgar Square.

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Prices

  • £18 Students
  • £20 Adults

Schedule

  • Mo, Th, Fr, Sa, Su at 11am Jan 1 - Feb 28
  • Daily 11am Mar 1 - May 14*
  • Daily 11am & 3:30pm May 15 - Sep 15*
  • Daily 11am Sep 16 - Nov 30
  • * No tours on Apr 25, Jun 12, Jul 24-25 or Dec 25

Meeting Point

  • Queensway Tube Station We meet just outside the Queensway Tube Station (Central line). Look for our Fat Tire sign.
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Better And Better

I've been on this tour twice and just like a fermenting fine wine, it just gets better and better with time. The groups are a nice size and the universal appeal extends all the way from the world travelling gap year student - to the everyday London businessman.

- Robbie More Testimonials