London: Money & Power Walking Tour – Babylon to Bitcoin Discount Tickets

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Overview

Explore the fascinating interplay of money, magic, and power through the lens of London’s iconic financial district—the Square Mile. On this walking tour, uncover what money truly is at its essence and track its incredible journey from ancient clay to digital tablets. Discover how myth, ritual, and commerce have shaped the City of London into a global powerhouse. Tour Highlights: - Step inside a hidden Roman temple, where the Sun God points to the origins of banking and the roots of money. - Discover why, in the City of London, money really does grow on trees. - Traverse the winding backstreets and secret alleys of the Square Mile to follow the remarkable evolution of money—from clay tablets to digital ledgers—and see how wars, technology, and philosophy have shaped the global financial system. - Demystify the very nature of money, exploring its journey as both a tool and a symbol. Perfect for curious travellers and history enthusiasts alike.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet outside Pret on 52-54 Cannon St, London EC4N 6LY, UK. You will recognize me by my longish hair & beard, and you'll see a dragon on my backpack.

End Point

End point

We conclude on top of this beautiful building where you can continue to enjoy the view and optionally have something to drink/eat.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. The Guild Church of ST Mary Aldermary
See how Religious institutions to the story of Money, Magic and Power right from the beginning.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Royal Exchange Building London
Founded in 1566 as England’s first purpose-built trading floor. Rebuilt twice after fires; now houses luxury shops beneath its neoclassical facade.
Duration: 10 mins
3. London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE
Discover: the origin of money magicians, the oldest financial transaction and money from before the Romans arrived.
Duration: 20 mins
4. St. Edmund The King Church
It was around this location that modern western Banking was birthed.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Jamaica Wine House
Said how the first coffee house in London played a crucial role in early finance.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Change Alley
This alley was the epicenter of London's financial world in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Bank of England Museum
We tell the story of modern money and trade, how it changed shape and in turn the world itself. It's stories entail the beheading of a King, Companies that developed an empire to the advent of modern day money: The digital dollar and bitcoin.
Duration: 20 mins
8. Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington
How a speedy pigeon reporting the news of the war (Wellington and Napoleon) turned enabled massive manipulation of the markets.
Duration: 5 mins
9. Statue of James Henry Greathead
We discuss what Industrial revolution meant for the City, next to one of the pioneers of the Industrial revolution.
Duration: 10 mins
10. St. Mary Woolnoth Church
This church has been at the centre point of history of debt, slavery and Christian values.
Duration: 10 mins
11. 1 Lime St
How this Insurance company helped shape empire and the world.
Duration: 10 mins
12. Plantation Lane
This outdoor installation is perfect for us to consider the movements of times and tides of money and finance and power.
Duration: 5 mins
13. Leadenhall Market
We get back to financial roots at this ancient market, and we talk Dragons!
Duration: 10 mins
14. Hogarth Court
Public space with the Gilt of Cain sculpture, memorializing the City’s role in the transatlantic slave trade.
Duration: 10 mins
15. Garden at 120
We take a fresh perspective as we conclude the tour.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Local Guide

PDF Overview of Tour

Exclusion

Private transportation

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

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Time for travel time is already included in the total duration

Supplied by Dragon Lore

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