Secrets of the Square Mile - Small Group Guided Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

This tour is given by a qualified tour guide and historian, who also identifies as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. The guide is also used to work in this area and so knows the area extremely well!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The tour will begin from the courtyard next to the church.

End Point

End point

In front of the Dr Johnson Museum.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. St. Mary Le Bow Church
The second ost expensive church to be built in the City after st Pauls Cathedral: the sound of the bells have inspired generations of Londoners, and define what it is to be a cockney. Hear about Sir Christopher Wren's novel utilisation of what was here before that provided a stable foundation for this magnificent church.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Postman's Park
A pleasant little churchyard which hides a gruesome secret, and a century ago was an oasis of calm for the workers next door.
Duration: 10 mins
3. St. Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren's iconic structure that is the heart of the Square Mile. Look closely at its stonework: the story of London can be seen etched into it.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Fleet Street
Once the home of the country's publishing industry. Former publications such as The Daily Herald, Daily Express and the Daily Telegraph are now only remmebered by beautiful buildings which still line the street. Stories of victimisation, press dominance and power emanate from here!
5. Old Bailey
Home to infaous and legendary court cases: the Old bailey has long been an epicentre of crime and punishment. But why was there a party here most weeks?
Duration: 5 mins
6. Smithfield Market
The magnificent structure built by the architect of Towwer Bridge for the City's meat market.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

History

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

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Cemetery Club

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