Learn about two of London's most exclusive neighbourhoods, pass by the Natural History Museum and step inside upmarket Harrods
Kensington & Knightsbridge Private Tour
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Highlights
Description
Join this tour through the elite streets of West London, the home of billionaire emigres, financiers, and aristocracy.
* Become acquainted with two prim-and-proper neighbourhoods that house the city’s elite.
* Experience the heritage and history of the neighbourhood’s gleaming facades and celebrated museums.
* Visit the pristine gardens outside of **Kensington Palace**.
* See **The Victoria and Albert Museum**, the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design that houses a collection of over 4.5 million objects.
* Learn how these two neighbourhoods have been transformed over the past 100 years.
Once renowned for its wild criminality, this area is now a playground for the rich, and synonymous with luxury brands such as Harrods. But unknown to many, it is a love story that truly drives the history of this area - the relationship between Queen Victoria and her Consort, Prince Albert. Join this tour to learn more about the Royal couple and the buildings they left behind them here in London’s ‘Albertopolis.’
On this tour you will see some of London’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, and hear the stories behind world famous luxury institutions such as Harrods. Travelling along Exhibition Road - named for the Great Exhibition of 1851, a landmark event in the history of London - you will learn of the fascinating histories of some of London’s most important centres of intellectual excellence.
Above all, you will learn of the life and times of Queen Victoria and her husband Albert - the world in which they lived, the beginning, course, and ending of their marriage, and influence they had on wider society.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- A friendly, professional local guide with first-hand knowledge of the area
- Plenty of time to take photos of the spectacular sights
- A comprehensive insider's overview of Kensington and Knightsbridge
What's Not Included
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, United States
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Please bring comfortable walking shoes
- Kids under 4 are free
Know Before You Go
- Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time
- Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible
About operator:
Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
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