Highlights
Soak in London from another perspective on our brief East End tour, known for its modern art and cuisine from every corner of the world. With the help of your enthusiastic expert local guide, you’ll get a chance to see incredible and diverse locations like Brick Lane, Whitechapel Gallery, and Old Spitalfields Market. Admire the capital street art and enjoy the modern face of London, with exclusive attention from your guide on this private tour. • Brief private tour of the East End of London • The tour delivers a great alternative for those who are looking for getting new emotions from the capital. • Stroll through Brick Lane, filled with diverse restaurants and antique shops • Try to reveal the puzzles of contemporary street art in a special graffiti zone • Take advantage of a personal tour and get all the attention from your guide
About This Deal
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Whitechapel Gallery
77-82 Whitechapel High Street, , London
Look around the Whitechapel Gallery to see the works of modern and contemporary art and be amazed by the diversity of masterpieces. The gallery building was constructed in 1901 to house temporary exhibitions. In 2009 it added more space by merging with former library building. You may not only watch the contemporary artists works but also some retrospective exhibitions that meet the interests of the local art lovers. Near the gallery, you may get interested in the stories about Jack the Ripper.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Christ Church Lane
Christ Church Lane, London, ON N6L
Explore the unique architecture of the Christ Church and learn about its importance for the community of East London. Opened on July 5, 1729, the church was a part of the Fifty New Churches Act dated 1711. Marvel at the wonderful architectural masterpiece and hear to stories behind its construction and further renovations.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Petticoat Lane Market
119-121 Middlesex Street, , London
The private tour will open doors to places that are off-limits to large tour groups. Petticoat Lane Market is one of these places. The market was founded about 400 years ago by the French Huguenots. Even though the Victorians changed the name to Middlesex Street it is still known under its previous name. On Sundays, the market grows bigger, and you’ll be able to find everything from leather goods to watches and toys. You’ll also get a perfect view of the neo-futuristic 30 St Mary Axe and other skyscrapers, and hear the stories about their construction, as well as about the structures that haven’t been built there.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Old Spitalfields Market
16 Horner Square, , London
Walk around the most important place for food, art, music, fashion, and different events in the East End. Being one of London’s major markets it has a great number of things to offer. If you’re fond of arts and crafts, all kinds of food, combined with the sounds of music this place is for you. Walk by the pubs that remember Tudor times, and learn about the disputed between residents and corporations on the territory redevelopment.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brick Lane
London
Wander through the Brick Lane and enjoy eye-opening street art, food markets, and cutting edge designers. This vibrant place will amaze you with its fast pace and modern activities on thin streets with such an abundance of events than any other part of town. Be dazzled by the diversity of the immigrant neighborhood, which the Brick Lane always has been. Get inspired by the mixture of cultures from French to Bangladeshi communities, which formed the area.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Nomadic Community Garden
Weaver House Pedley Street, London
Visit Nomadic Community Garden, get to know new people, and find out about their lifestyle. This is a place where urban space shares a place with people who grow their products, create works of art, and who managed to build their nomadic community in the center of the metropolis from the ground up.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Multiple start times available
- Customizable itinerary
- Private walking tour
- Ideal tour for photo and art lovers
- Provocative urban art of London
- Street art by Banksy
- Friendly local guide
Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Fine Print
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
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