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Mayfair, London's famous aristocratic village - Exclusive, Private Walking Tour
London, England, United Kingdom
$246.71
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Overview
Mayfair, a jewel of London, seamlessly blends opulent mansions with charming parks and exclusive boutiques. As you stroll through its historic streets, marvel at the architectural wonders and uncover captivating stories from a bygone era.
- 🏷️ Private Walking Tour: Enjoy a personalized experience with a fun and knowledgeable local guide, ensuring an engaging exploration of Mayfair's rich history.
- 🛍️ Fortnum & Mason Visit: Discover the fascinating origins of this iconic department store, once a humble market stall, and explore its exquisite ground floor offerings.
- 🎨 The Royal Academy of Arts showcases a stunning transformation from a private residence to a world-renowned art institution, with tales of its architectural evolution.
- 🛒 Stroll through the historic Burlington Arcade, where you can enjoy window shopping while learning about its intriguing past and the Beadles who oversee it.
- 💎 Walk along Bond Street, one of the world’s most prestigious shopping destinations, and absorb the luxury retail atmosphere as you pass famous designer boutiques.
- 🌳 Berkeley Square, known for its legendary nightingale, offers a serene escape filled with historical significance and beautiful surroundings, including ancient trees.
- 🏛️ Grosvenor Square stands as a testament to 18th-century elegance, with captivating stories that highlight its enduring beauty through the ages.
- 🌼 Spend time in Mount Street Gardens, a peaceful oasis where you’ll learn about its intriguing past and the stories hidden beneath its tranquil surface.
- 🕵️♂️ Shepherd Market, once a bustling red light district, reveals its colorful history and the tales of the notable figures who frequented its streets.
- ⏰ The tour lasts up to 3 hours and covers approximately 2-3 miles, ensuring a leisurely pace that allows for questions and exploration.
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Mayfair, London's famous aristocratic village - Exclusive, Private Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- A fun & experienced professional local guide, accredited by the ITG & University of Westminster.
- Transportation to/from the start and end points of the walk
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting point
We will meet either inside or outside the cafe depending on whether or not you wish to start your tour with a coffee! Meeting time to be agreed.
Return details
We will meet either inside or outside the cafe depending on whether or not you wish to start your tour with a coffee! Meeting time to be agreed.
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Fortnum & MasonIt's hard to believe looking at this sophisticated store that Fortnum and Mason's started life as a market stall! William Fortnum worked as a Footman for Queen Anne of 'Favourite' fame and took the half used Royal candles to sell on his house mates market stall and there began the entrepreneurial business - we'll do a quick turn around the ground floor of this magnificent store which will leave you wanting to return for certain!
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Royal Academy of ArtsIf the original owners of this property, the Earls of Burlington, could see their home today, they wouldn't recognise it! Since it was built in the 1660s, at least 9 architects have worked on it to make it the glamorous home of the Royal Academy. Its transformation from private home to world famous art treasure is fascinating to hear.
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Burlington ArcadeThis arcade has just celebrated its 200 year anniversary - it was originally built by George Cavendish, one of the Earls of Burlington, so that his wife and her aristocratic friends would have somewhere to shop without being pestered by beggars! It also stopped all and sundry from tossing rubbish over his garden wall because, of course, he lived in Burlington House next door! A pleasant 10 minute stroll along the arcade gives you a chance to see the arcade's guardians, the Beadles, in action and enjoy a spot of window shopping as well.
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Bond StreetThe only road joining Piccadilly and Oxford Street, it is one of the most expensive strips of real estate in the world. As you walk the pavements, the shops certainly read like a who's who of retail! As you absorb the well known names and marvel at the window displays, we'll saunter along Old Bond Street and a part of New Bond Street for about 10 minutes before turning off to see the home of Norman Hartnell, one of fashion's most famous designers from the 1950s and 60s.
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Although the building no longer stands, we can see the site where the late Queen Elizabeth II was born and let our imaginations do the rest!.
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Berkeley SquareMost famous for its nightingale singing which is stuff of legend, this is a square full of historical interest. From the centuries old plane trees to the grade I listed buildings around its edges, this is one of the most beautiful squares in London - and who would have thought a river runs through it too. All will be revealed as we wander between the ancient trees.
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Grosvenor SquareThe centrepiece of Richard Grosvenor's development in the 1730's, the square is still magnificent today. The buildings might have changed but the square's beauty is unsurpassed and the stories of its history just as fascinating as ever!
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Mount Street GardensA tranquil oasis in the heart of a City that never stops. Its past is not quite so calm as today though - come on the tour and in the 10 minutes we'll stay in the gardens, you will find out what lies beneath your feet and what gruesome building used to grace the side of the gardens.
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Shepherd MarketSet up in James II's reign, the market he established gave Mayfair its name. For centuries, Shepherd Market was Mayfair's much visited red light district (what else was there for the aristocracy to do!). During our 10 minute stop here you will find out its fascinating history and which MP lost his reputation here!
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Mayfair, London's famous aristocratic village - Exclusive, Private Walking Tour
London, England, United Kingdom
$246.71
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!