Cultural & Theme Tours in England

Experience the world of wizardry on a 3-hour tour of London's Harry Potter filming locations. Zip through the city by coach to visit cinematic landmarks such as Number 12, Grimmauld Place, Diagon Alley and Platform 9¾! Along the way, enjoy insider stories about the making of the Harry Potter films and visit famous locations that inspired the epic series.

Calling all fans of Harry Potter's wizarding world, this private 4-hour tour takes you to London locations featured in the magical film franchise. In an iconic London black taxi, you'll visit Gringott's Bank, see Milennium Bridge, destroyed by Death Eaters in the "˜Deathly Hallows' film, and pose for photographs at Platform 9 ¾ at Kings Cross Rail Station. As well as regaling you with Harry Potter trivia, your private driver-guide also offers history- and culture-rich commentary about London. Receive undivided attention on this private tour.

Delve into the dark recesses of York's history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit notorious local haunts (so to speak) of restless spirits, and pass eerie sites such as York Minster, Clifford's Tower, and the grave of Dick Turpin, infamous highwayman and murderer. Throughout the 1-hour trip, hear anecdotes and fascinating facts about York's grisly past, and make key stops for a closer look at the city's most haunted buildings.

Delve into London's rich musical history on a 3.5-hour magical mystery tour of the capital's rock "˜n' roll sites. With a knowledgeable guide, tour the vibrant city in a luxury minivan and visit renowned clubs, famous hotels and record labels associated with rock "˜n' roll legends like The Beatles, Jimmy Page and Bill Wyman. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 16 people.

Make the most of time in London with tours of two of its flagship museums: the National Gallery and British Museum. Explore the National Gallery, home to one of the world's greatest paintings collections, seeing masterpieces such as Van Gogh's "˜Sunflowers.' Plus, let your guide introduce you to some of the must-see ancient and medieval treasures at the British Museum. Both museums are free to enter.

London's Soho district is the heart of the West End theater district and the city's main entertainment hub. On this walking tour, explore the maze-like streets with a local guide and visit famous landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus, tuck into traditional dumplings in Chinatown, see legendary venues where artists like Jimi Hendrix and the Beatles played, and hear stories of historic events like the suffrage movement.

Let private transportation whisk you away from Central London and take you to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single day. Your guide will be with you every step of the way giving you a personalized experience. See some of the attractions as they were thousands of years ago through a virtual reality headset. In addition to visiting Bath and Stonehenge, you'll also see the lesser known Silbury Hill.

Experience the most magical side of London. Visit the scenes of the Harry Potter saga and discover the places which inspired J. K. Rowling to bring the most famous magician of all time and the wonderful world of magic to life. If you consider yourself a real magician, venture with us into the heart of Enchanted London and be amazed by surprising details on this legendary saga while participating in a fun quiz along the way. This tour is suitable for all audiences, Muggles included.

During the Victorian era, London was a city of madness and marvels. Travel back in time to the city's most notorious epoch during a historical walking tour of areas that are often overlooked by first-time visitors. In a small group of 15 people or fewer, you'll explore the west side of Highgate Cemetery, a part not usually open to the public, and take the tube from one of London's oldest underground stations.

Follow in the footsteps of Harry Potter and other characters from the Harry Potter movies on this 3-hour private London cab tour! Settle into a private black taxi with your own Harry Potter-expert driver as your guide, and visit a host of locations used in different Harry Potter films, including Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix. See Diagon Alley, the Knight Bus bridge, Platform 9¾, and many other spellbinding sites as your driver recounts fascinating Potter trivia. Each taxi seats up to five passengers for the same fixed price.

Anyone can browse the dinosaur exhibits and gemstones of the Natural History Museum, but not many will understand their history and geology. With a guide, you'll go straight to the highlights of the 80 million-piece collection of exhibits while learning about the origins and history of planet Earth. In a small group of just eight people, you'll enjoy more interaction with your guide as you discover skeletons, dinosaurs, and more.

Gain deeper insight into the works at London's Tate Modern art gallery than you would independently, and ensure you cover its highlights on this private tour. With a personal guide, walk through the halls to see everything from Mondrian's geometrics to Warhol's pop art. Hear analysis on each work, including details of its creator"”background that you might miss if visiting alone. A choice of time slots provides useful flexibility.

Travel through time to Elizabethan London on a guided tour of the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. Visit the reconstructed theater on the city's Bankside and enjoy lively commentary about staging and performance in Shakespeare's day. Then, head into the Globe Exhibition with an audio guide to listen to recordings of riveting performances and learn about drama in 16th-century London from interactive displays. Make your experience even more memorable by upgrading to include a sumptuous 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'"“themed afternoon tea at the Globe's restaurant.

London's Natural History Museum houses some eight million exhibits across four zones, making it difficult for visitors to home in on the highlights independently without pre-planning. Save time with a privately guided, small-group tour that lets you avoid random roaming by focusing on the museum's must-see specimens. Plus, the small-group setting means you'll clearly hear the full stories behind the exhibits, learning secrets and details you might have missed otherwise.

See two of the three Hogwarts filming locations in Oxford (access permitting) on this 2-hour private Harry Potter tour. With a guide, you'll visit New College and the Divinity School at the Bodleian Library. Ponder how studying at Oxford University compares to being a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and learn a bit about Oxford's history as your guide tailors the tour to the interests of everyone in your group.

Fans of fantasy books won't want to miss this 1.5-hour tour of Christ Church College, the setting and inspiration behind novels such as Alice and Wonderland and Harry Potter. By booking your ticket in advance, you'll avoid the long lines outside of the prestigious Oxford University building, home to the Bodleian Library and adjoining Divinity School. Visit recognizable filming sites and learn about Lewis Carroll's time at England's oldest university.

Discover LGBT+ London from the comfort of a private London Black Taxi. I have been a London Taxi Driver since 1994 and I am also a qualified taxi guide. The vibrant places frequented by the LGBT+ community offer some of the best days and evenings out in London. London's art and performing arts from classical to modern, from theatres to galleries owe a tremendous debt to this community. I can share a fascinating and relevant history timeline starting all the way back from the terrible persecution during Tudor times. We will visit homes of influential characters including Henry VIII, Mary Benson, Oscar Wilde, Laurence of Arabia, Virginia Woolf, Alan Turing and George Michael.The tour will cover a vast area and show-case London's most cosmopolitan and fashionable locations.Along the way, we will see most of London's traditional sights as well!

Have a more rewarding visit to London's Tate Modern on this guided tour. In a small group of no more than 10 people, you have plenty of opportunities to ask questions about the artworks and the 19th-century power plant that houses the modern art museum. See works by Picasso, Dalí, and Warhol in the permanent collection and also learn about the many temporary exhibits that the museum has displayed in its relatively short history.

Music legends past and present abound in London, and you can visit locations and learn about the city's musical history on this tour by London taxi. Explore the city from the perspective of musicians and bands such as Mick Jagger, Amy Winehouse, David Bowie, the Beatles, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, Sting, and more. It's a can't-miss for music lovers.

Explore London and take your photography skills to the next level during a 4-hour private course. Enjoy the undivided attention of a private teacher or share the experience with friends. Learn camera functions including depth of field, aperture settings, and color attributes. Your subject matter includes some of the city's most photogenic attractions, such as Tower Bridge. Leave with top notch pictures and talents you can use on vacations.