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Overview

Founded by the Romans in 47AD, the City of London has many stories to tell in its nearly 2000 years history. It is no surprise therefore that the City of London has a quite a dark side including murders, ghosts, executions, crime and punishment. If we are lucky, a ghost might even pay us a visit. There will be plenty of opportunities for photos and questions. Food and drink can be purchased in one of the City’s many cafes or pubs. If you wish to join me for one of my themed tours, these are: 1 - City Highlights. Are you curious about the City? Join me to discover the history behind the famous City of London from its foundation under the Romans to the modern day. 2 - Roman London. Discover the stories & ruins from the founders of the City of London. 3 - Great Fires of London. Find out about three devastating fires that have destroyed the City over the last 2000 years.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Princes Street, England, EC3V 3LA, United Kingdom

I will be waiting outside of Exit 3

End Point

End point

The Old Red Cow Pub is oppostie the Long Lane entrance to Farringdon Street Station

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Bank Station
Discover why the station beneath our feet may well be the most haunted one on the entire underground network. What ghost also haunts the Bank of England, and find out about the only time this building has ever been robbed (allegedly).
Duration: 20 mins
2. Cheapside
Discover the location of one of the City of London's two lost rivers, and the gruesome discovery there of a pile of human skulls. Make your way down Cheapside to discover why a priest was hanged here and what did it take be take on the job of the Human Lavatory?
Duration: 20 mins
3. Paternoster Square
Discover what it was like to live in Medieval London in what was once the home of the City’s printing industry. What were the punishments handed out to those who broke the law? You will also see the last City Gate and the horrible display visitors would see when they entered London.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Holy Sepulchre Church
What links this church to one of the most notorious jails in English history and the legend of the Black Dog that haunted its walls. How much would you have to watch a hanging as you enjoyed your breakfast, and what ghosts haunt the next door pub?
Duration: 20 mins
5. Smithfield Market
Discover the stories of body snatchers, gruesome executions, a Scottish national hero and one of the most haunted churches within the City of London.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Guided services

Exclusion

There are opportunities to stop for drinks & to have food in one of the many pubs en route

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Ross Is Your Guide

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