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London Historical Tour: Roman Walls to Global Finance
London, England, United Kingdom
$30.27
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Overview
The origin story of London, the City that shaped the world's greatest empire, sparked the Industrial Revolution, and created the model for modern central banks.
Its history began over a millennium before Westminster Abbey was built, with the Roman invasion and the construction of the Wall to protect this vital settlement.
Within these ancient boundaries, unique traditions and resilience flourished, transforming London into a global powerhouse.
Highlights:
• Trace London’s evolution from Celtic roots through Roman, Saxon, Viking, and Norman eras.
• Discover its defiance against royal authority and role in shaping democracy.
• Explore the birthplace of the Magna Carta and its transformation into a world empire.
• Witness resilience through plague, fire, and revolution.
• Learn about the dragon emblem and its enduring significance.
Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike, this expert-guided tour brings to life London’s fascinating past and enduring legends.
Its history began over a millennium before Westminster Abbey was built, with the Roman invasion and the construction of the Wall to protect this vital settlement.
Within these ancient boundaries, unique traditions and resilience flourished, transforming London into a global powerhouse.
Highlights:
• Trace London’s evolution from Celtic roots through Roman, Saxon, Viking, and Norman eras.
• Discover its defiance against royal authority and role in shaping democracy.
• Explore the birthplace of the Magna Carta and its transformation into a world empire.
• Witness resilience through plague, fire, and revolution.
• Learn about the dragon emblem and its enduring significance.
Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike, this expert-guided tour brings to life London’s fascinating past and enduring legends.
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London Historical Tour: Roman Walls to Global Finance
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- PDF Overview of Tour
- Multilingual - Just tell us the language in advance
- Gain a unique history of the City of London that is steeped in ancient history and mythology.
Meeting point
Meet outside Barbie Green restaurant next to the Ruins.
You will recognize me by my longish hair & beard, and you'll see a felt image of a green dragon on my backpack.
Return details
We conclude inside the circle of dragons that made the City of London as we know it today.
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St. Alphage London WallWe begin our journey in the Salters garden where the history of many peoples converge from Roman to Norman.
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The oldest part of the wall is this Fort.
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St. Giles CripplegateOne of the oldest mediaeval churches in the City since Norman time that was once the site of older Saxon Church.
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Salter's Hall GardenThe Roman wall is the physical structure that helped fortify the City of London from outside influence ever since the Romans built it. We also delve into the Celtic people. The indigenous people of these lands and the ones who made it necessary for the Romans to fortify Londinium with the wall! Having set the scene we look to the Salter's Hall to delve into the history of London's history of Trade, Governance, and Sacrifice through the years. The Salter's Hall being ranked 9th among the 12 most important Livery companies (formerly known as Guilds).
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The livery company that set the standard for booze!
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St Mary Aldermanbury GardenThe ruins of this ancient church derives its name from the ancient court or bery of the aldermen, which is now held at the Guildhall. The garden today hosts memorials to a Shakespeare and two legends of two different Livery companies.
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City of LondonThe municipal governing body of the City of London and the historic centre of London.
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GuildhallThe town hall of the City of London has been on its current site since at least the 13th century. We take a look at it's history and mythology since Greek through to Roman, Saxon and Norman influences.
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St. Lawrence JewryThe official church of the City of London Corporation remembers the saint the saint who helped Christianity to flourish with a sacrifice that was unforgettably cruel.
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Guildhall Art GalleryLocation of the Roman Amphitheatre
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St. Margaret Lothbury ChurchThis Church represents two of the Wards of the City of London and we look at how livery companies came by their naming as 'Worshipful' companies.
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The Royal ExchangeBuilt by a legend for adventurers to meet. These men went onto shape the new world. We also find out about what the the golden grasshopper is doing on top of it!
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Mansion House of City of LondonAt the head of govenance is The Lord Mayor of the City of London. In addition he is an international ambassador for the UK's financial and professional services sector. This is his home.
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London Troops War MemorialInside a circle of 12 dragon (lamposts) representing the 12 great livery companies we highlight some of the notable figures remembered around this area and then we conclude, returning to the story of Minotaur.
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We take at look at this most influential, traditional but still very forward looking institution. The Golden statue on top tells an interesting story.
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London Historical Tour: Roman Walls to Global Finance
London, England, United Kingdom
$30.27
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!