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Walking around London is the best way to get to know the city.  Along the way, you can stop at many famous places that offer free admission.

We have put together a list of links for you to the various websites that offer free self-guided walks of London and some free led walks as well:

London Walks offers free, downloadable walking tours for your iPod, iPad, iPhone smartphone or other MP3 device. You can hear the sounds of London as you walk. Directions, walking routes, and the history of London and the buildings and sights you pass are all featured as the walks progress.  The downloads are free, but you can donate $25 to receive a disk containing all walks.

South Bank London has five guides in the “Walk This Way” series that explore intriguing pockets of architecture and history along the River Thames.

Walk London has worked with the local authorities to develop an impressive network of quality walking routes. This site has something to offer whether you are looking for a place to feed the ducks, a short stroll in your lunch hour, or an energetic walk to pep you up.

Walk4Life has free led walks all over London on the weekend of Saturday January 28 2011 and Sunday January 29 2011

The Magician offers a free Harry Potter Walk of London.  They will email you a booklet that you can download and print off.  You can then follow the Harry Potter London walk step by step.

London For Free has information and maps for various free self-guided walking tours. Each one covers a different part of London. Simply choose the area you want to explore, print the walk, and go London sightseeing for free.

Walking for Health has all the latest news, events, and other useful information to get you walking in the capital.

Time Out – London Walks offers printable PDF walking guides for north, east, south, and west London.

London Gardens Trust offers a way to explore the lesser-known gardens and green spaces in the capital.  Using their guides, you will discover a range of garden squares, small parks, churchyards and community gardens, which together reflect the history of London from Roman times to the present day.

Walks of London is the website of Richard Jones who has been a pioneering figure on the London walking tour scene for the last 25 years.  His website is a great resource for information about free London walks.

London Tool Kit offers free self-guided walking tours of London. Their four walks cover the main areas of Central London that a first-time visitor will want to cover.

So take a walk around London, and see what the Capital has to offer. There are some fabulous places to explore and some great walks connecting them. You’ll be surprised just how much you can cover and just how much more you will see by walking.

And don’t forget to look up! The best part of London’s architecture is not at street level!

Alternative Tours

If walking London is not for you, maybe a tour of London in a comfortable and iconic London taxi would be just the thing.

We offer several Taxi Tours of London, as well as tours of the surrounding countryside:

• LONDON HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
• HARRY POTTER TOUR
• JACK THE RIPPER TOUR
• HAUNTED LONDON TOUR
• LONDON BY NIGHT TOUR
• LONDON ROCK ‘N’ ROLL TOUR
• CUSTOMISED LONDON TOUR
• LONDON LAYOVER TOUR
• STONEHENGE TOUR
• WINDSOR TOUR
• CUSTOMISED COUNTRYSIDE TOUR

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Long before there was Abbey Road, Denmark Street was home to London’s musicians.

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Long before there was Abbey Road, Denmark Street was home to London’s musicians.

Most of the buildings date from the 1800s. Then rents were cheap, and so struggling artists, composers, and musicians found a place to live that was close to the theatres and pubs of Soho. Music publishers set up their businesses here around the 1890s, supplying the musicians of nearby theatres and music halls.

In the 1930s, the street was becoming renowned for music publishing, and shop windows displayed pianos and guitars. In the 1960s, recording studios started setting up.

Regent Sounds Studio opened at 4 Denmark Street in 1963. The Rolling Stones recorded their first album here.  Many are the stories about the Kinks, ELP, and Hendrix recording in the basement.   In 1974, new cutting-edge recording technology attracted Stevie Wonder.

ITV filmed a piece on Denmark Street, which you can watch below:

David Bowie set up residence in a camper van on the street near his studios!  Bob Marley bought his very first guitar here.  Celebrity musicians always have and always will flock here. You never know who you might see.

Denmark Street is an essential London destination for music lovers.  An enthusiastic  musical community still exists today in the friendly atmosphere of this London side street. There’s always music wafting from basements, shop windows, and balconies and plenty of shops to browse.

You can visit Denmark Street, as well as other famous Rock ‘n’ Roll locations on our London Rock ‘n’ Roll Tour.

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The Chinese New Year in London is a unique and traditional festival.

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The Chinese New Year in London is a unique and traditional festival.

Do you want to immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of the East?  Then don’t just read travel blogs; come celebrate the Chinese New Year in London!  For many years, London has been the home of Europe’s largest Chinese community.

The Chinese New Year (also called the Lunar New Year) does not have a fixed date.  It occurs on the second new moon after the winter solstice.  In 2012, it falls on January 23rd (to be exact, at 15:40 on 23-Jan-12 in China’s time zone).

2012 will be The Year of the Dragon.  To commemorate this momentous year, the Chinese New Year parade in London will occur on 29th January 2012.

Chinese New Year is the biggest festival of the year in Chinese communities.  In the days leading up to the Chinese New Year, people clean their houses, repay debts, buy new clothes and have their hair cut. A celebratory meal is held on the eve of the new year, with many traditional dishes served, and fireworks and firecrackers are let off to see in the new year.

With the start of the new year, Lion Dances pass through the streets to bring good luck to the households and businesses they visit. The drums, gongs and cymbals that accompany the Lion Dance are used to scare away evil and bad luck.

Watch one of the 2011 Lion Dances in London’s Chinatown

2012

2012 is set to be an auspicious year for London, and the Chinese New Year celebrations will be unforgettable. Large numbers of people will attend, so go early to admire the Chinese artists’ performances, jugglers, and dancers. Walk through Leicester Square, Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue to stop at the stands and enjoy your traditional Chinese cuisine or buy dragons, firecrackers, and fireworks.

Come celebrate the Chinese New Year in London to celebrate the Year of the Dragon!

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You will be treated to live commentary by your London cabbie, who is a specially trained London tour guide and an expert in London’s Rock ‘n’ Roll History.

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Hear and See London’s Rock ‘n’ Roll History

You will be treated to live commentary by your London cabbie, who is a specially trained London tour guide and an expert in London’s Rock ‘n’ Roll History.

Hear the stories of these places and people that shaped the history of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

The British Beat

The ’60s and ’70s saw an explosion of “British Beat” music, a fusion of rock, doo wop, R&B, jazz, blues, folk, and soul.

Pioneer groups such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Kinks lived and performed in London while making their mark on modern musical history.

See the places and hear the stories of these legends that shaped the history of Rock n Roll.

The Fab Four

In 1963, The Beatles migrated from Liverpool to London. Your tour will take you to

• Abbey Road’s iconic zebra crossing (get the camera ready!)
• Abbey Road Studios
• London Palladium, where the Beatles first live TV performance took place
• Apple Headquarters
• Indica Gallery, where John met Yoko
• Macca’s London pad in St. Johns Wood
• and more

Even more…

On your tour, you will see other monumental London landmarks and hear the stories of

• The Rolling Stones
• The Who
• Elton John
• Jimmy Hendrix
• and other Rock legends

Price

• £70 per hour
• Minimum 2 hours

Tour Length

Tour time:  2 hours

However, more time can be arranged. Just let us know.

After Tour Nibbles

If you want to stay in the groove, we can recommend one of London’s Rock ‘n’ Roll cafes, including

Hard Rock Cafe

Bill Wyman’s “Sticky Fingers Cafe“

Ace Cafe London

Wheel Chair Accessible

All taxis are wheelchair accessible. Please mention at time of booking if you have an electric wheelchair,  as we will ensure that you have a slightly larger taxi.

Pickups

We will pick you up and drop you off at any Central London location,  inclusive in the price.
No need to take public transport across town just to start your tour! We will greet you at your door and see you safely back again.

Flight Layover Tours

If you have a long flight layover and would like a tour of London or the English countryside,  we can pick you up at the airport and deliver you back in time for your departing flight.  An extra fare for the airport pick-up and return will apply,  so please mention this at the time of booking.

To Book your London Rock n Roll Tour:

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Let us know if you need transportation to and from the airport or anywhere else you need to go in and around London.

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Additional Price Information

No administration fees, credit card fees, or taxes will be added to the Tour Price.

Pick-ups and drop-offs within Central London are included in the Tour Price.

Pick-ups and drop-offs outside of Central London will incur an additional meter fare, which will be subject to our very reasonable administration/booking fee (Please read our lovely Terms and Conditions.). Any questions, just ask!

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A classic London taxi is a great way to tour the capital. The black taxi has long been one of London`s most iconic symbols. We specialise in taxi-based tours of London. Our London Black Taxi [...]]]> Like

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A classic London taxi is a great way to tour the capital. The black taxi has long been one of London`s most iconic symbols. We specialise in taxi-based tours of London. Our London Black Taxi Tours are a great way to see the sights, from the well-known to the surprising, the spooky and the exhilarating. Your tour guide and cab driver are one and the same. Anyone who knows London knows that the only people with the real Knowledge of the city are the famous London Taxi drivers.

We offer a range of tours with something suitable for everyone. The taxis are wheelchair friendly and can pick up and drop off customers at any Central London location. Taxis can access routes that the tour buses cannot always get to, plus the comfort and privacy of a taxi beats a windy bus any day.

The London Highlights Tour is the perfect introduction to London. The tour includes well known sights such as Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, and The London Eye. Along the way, you will see and be introduced to many other landmarks and sights of London. Those enjoying the tour will also enjoy a fascinating history of London as told by your guide.

Other tours we provide include the magical Harry Potter Tour. This tour is suitable for budding wizards, potty Potter fans, or just about anyone who has enjoyed the books or films. Highlights include a photo opportunity at the famous Platform 9 ¾ and a trip to Leadenhall Market, home of the Leaky Cauldron.

Anyone looking for some chilling and mysterious insights into London`s history may fancy the Jack the Ripper Tour. The tour includes the murder sites and the notorious east London pubs where the Ripper met his victims. Your guide will have specialist knowledge of all things `Ripper-related` and will be able to answer all your questions.

London is thought to be one of the most haunted places in the world, which means the Haunted London Tour is in high demand. Visiting some of London`s most notoriously haunted addresses such as 50 Berkeley Square in Mayfair and The Grenadier Pub in Belgravia is on the agenda.

There is also an opportunity to take a Customised Tour of London. This can include some of your own ideas or alternatively some suggestions from the cabbie themselves. This tour is great for those with children who may need to stop at a park or for food along the way.

Tours are not just for tourists, even those living and working in the capital can be both entertained and educated by a London Black Taxi tour. The tours are a great way to impress a client, and we can pick up and drop off from your office space in London.

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Meet Adrian, one of our Tour Guides.   Adrian Rouse is a fully licensed London taxi driver, a qualified London taxi guide, and a qualified City of London guide.

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Meet Adrian, one of our Tour Guides.   Adrian Rouse is a fully licensed London taxi driver, a qualified London taxi guide, and a qualified City of London guide.

Watch this video of Adrian “on the job” as he gives us a taste of his London knowledge!

To Book your London Taxi Tour:

• by phone on +44 (0)203 00 44 953
• online – use our booking form
• or send us a message with any questions you might have

We are also a full-service London Black Taxi company:

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Let us know if you need transportation to and from the airport or anywhere else you need to go in and around London.

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One Way, One Fate, One Hero

Our Harry Potter Taxi Tour of London is even more exciting since the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

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One Way, One Fate, One Hero

Our Harry Potter Taxi Tour of London is even more exciting since the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

In Deathly Hallows, the final installment of the Harry Potter series, Voldemort’s power has grown stronger. He now has control over the Ministry of Magic and Hogwarts. Harry, Ron, and Hermione decide to finish Dumbledore’s work and find the rest of the Horcruxes to defeat the Dark Lord.

The preview, which you can watch below, hints that the film is darker than its predecessors.

Harry confronts Lord Voldemort as the two prepare for their final battle.

There are also hints of a growing love interest between Ron and Hermione, with a screen kiss between the pair.

But as the trio leave Hogwarts behind and attempt to confront the Dark Forces unleashed by Voldemort, unaided by Professor Dumbledore, they begin to argue.

Deathly Hallows – billed as ‘The Motion Picture Event of a Generation’ – is split into Part I and Part II.

The preview includes scenes from both films. The first part hit cinemas in the UK in November 2010. Fans will have to wait eight months for Part II, due for release in July 2011.

The cast also includes Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Brendan Gleeson, Richard Griffiths Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Timothy Spall, Imelda Staunton and Julie Walters.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1

Watch Preview

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Jack's London

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Follow the trail of Jack the Ripper, if you dare!

Shadowy East London

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See the London film locations used in all 7  films, including Deathly Hallows!

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Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress, more commonly known as the Tower of London (and historically as The Tower), is a historic monument in central London, England, on the north bank of the River [...]]]> Like

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Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress, more commonly known as the Tower of London (and historically as The Tower), is a historic monument in central London, England, on the north bank of the River Thames. It is located within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and is separated from the eastern edge of the City of London by the open space known as Tower Hill. It is the oldest building used by the British government.

The Tower of London is often identified with the White Tower, the original stark square fortress built by William the Conqueror in 1078. However, the tower as a whole is a complex of several buildings set within two concentric rings of defensive walls and a moat.

The tower’s primary function was a fortress, a royal palace, and a prison (particularly for high status and royal prisoners, such as the Princes in the Tower and the future Queen Elizabeth I). This last use has led to the phrase “sent to the Tower” (meaning “imprisoned”). It has also served as a place of execution and torture, an armoury, a treasury, a zoo, the Royal Mint, a public records office, an observatory, and since 1303, the home of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom.

See the Tower of London on our London Highlights tour