Best of London in 7 Days Tour

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Best of London was my 4th RS tour since November 2023. [Best of Sicily, Heart of France, Best of Italy]. Tom Hooper was such an excellent guide for our group! Everything that we saw on this tour exceeded expectations for my first Trip to London! The weather was actually fabulous!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There was an unexpected royal parade in honor of the visit from the Emir of Qatar, and Tom got us to the location to see this unique event! Another wow moment was seeing the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London and visiting Windsor and St. George's chapel. Being able to see Queen Elizabeth and Phillip's resting crypt in St. George's was totally unforgettable and emotional. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic. I loved everything we did. It was a great balance between scheduled and unscheduled time. Our Rick steves host Tom was extraordinary and every future tour will have a tough time in comparison. His knowledge was incredible. HIs personality, wit and leadership of our group was fantastic. He made everyone feel special. Just being around him was a treat. He is very humble. Our other guides were all very good. The location of the hotel was ideal.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"That's a hard one to narrow down but my favorite day was probably going walking through Green and St. James park to Buckingham Palace, seeing the changing of the Guards, having lunch at a pub off Trafalgar square ,seeing Big Ben and parliament and ending at the Churchill War Rooms. Quintessential London"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a wonderful trip. From start to finish outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Tower of London. The Crown Jewels and history of the Tower was amazing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My first Rick Steve's tour. In fact, it was our first organized tour. It met or exceeded every expectation.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our Guide, Tom, was so much fun. He was knowledgeable, entertaining and humorous. Meeting the Beefeater at the Tower of London was probably the most wow 'moment'."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

London is amazing. Going to Windsor was fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing all the holiday lights in London. Tom took us on a walking tour in our neighborhood and the lights were wow. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was outstanding because our tour guide, Tom, made it outstanding! His bold, proper, British personality was entertaining throughout our trip. Shared great stories and great insight to what makes the UK, the UK

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our favorite 'wow" moment was attending an evening performance of "Christmas with the Royal Choral Society" at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra -- something we could fit into our tour because the Rick Steves tour schedule bakes in blocks of personal time to pursue attractions or experiences that may not be of interest to the broader tour group. And the event started with us in the audience rising to sing the British National Anthem "God Save the King""

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Tom was terrific. He knew London well, was a font of history and trivia, and had a marvelous sense of humor. The tour provided a wonderful overview of the major tourist sites in and near London. It also had a great touch for free time and exploration on your own. A previous tour I was on (NOT Rick Steves) planned every minute and that was tiresome. We enjoyed our time in London immensely and would heartily recommend Rick Steves Tours.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tour of the interior of Windsor Castle."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had an experience that exceeded our expectations. Our guide Tom was excellent ; knowledgable and funny ,with the ability to wrangle 25 Americans through the underground without ever losing one of us. The tour is well designed, providing great visits to the top sites, interesting walks and a fun food tour. The amount of time we had on our own was just right to do our own thing. We came in December; while the weather can be dreary, it is more than offset by the wonderful Christmas displays.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking through the State Apartments at Windsor Castle. Climbing the Grand Staircase to the Grand Vestibule overwhelmed me with a strong impression of power and history. Entering huge St. George's Hall was an even bigger wow!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

There are not enough characters here to describe what an amazing trip we had! Steven was so full of knowledge, historical stories, and advice. He walked us through hidden treasures and we always felt on our own special, secret tour of London. The events were never rushed and each place we felt fully satisfied on what was promised. We were steered away from the normal tourist rush and found ourselves in places we never thought to really experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hidden alleyways, special attention to sights along the way, Afternoon tea, traveling like a local and time with our other tour members."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Steven was an amazing tour guide! The time we got to spend at all of the locations was great. Every place we visited was enjoyable and interesting.

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was an amazing tour! Our tour guide, Steven, was more than we could have asked for! He was informative, fun, and guided us through London with ease! The group was the perfect size and I felt I got to see everything I wanted each day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore London!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each day easily had “wow” moments! My favorite sight was walking through Westminster Abbey! The history, architecture and beauty of the Abbey was incredible! Steven was so knowledgeable about every location we went to. I thoroughly enjoyed his guidance throughout the trip. The early access and ease into each location was great! I enjoyed not having to worry about grabbing tickets, time frames or entering the right place! This tour had everything covered! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Steven, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. He had interesting history and anecdotes to share about everywhere we went. Everyone in our group was friendly, kind, and positive. This was the best trip we've taken as a family.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Tower and the Crown Jewels before the crowds."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Outstanding!!! Way above and beyond expectations. Our guide Steven was excellent and truly Gifted in what he does, I couldn't imagine it being any better without him.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The shear history of West Minster Abbey and Windsor Castle. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Steven did a great job getting the group to all the sites and giving us additional information while in transit. I didn’t feel rushed at any of the sites we visited and got to see more than I expected.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was stunned by Windsor Castle; it’s more a palace than what I thought it would be."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First off, we had a fun and welcoming guide, Tom, and a great group of travelers. We saw so much in six days. Loved touring the Churchill War Rooms, afternoon tea, the historic Spitalfield market eating tour, Westminster Abbey. Plenty of adventures with the tour, but also plenty of free time. Loved everything about this tour!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle was beautiful and the town quaint. Viewing the crown jewels in the Tower of London."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great guide, group, and places to see

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The beauty of the parks"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fantastic. Our guide was top notch. Best tour group I've been on hands down.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lots of "wow" moments. Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Spittlesville, etc. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our Guide Tom was excellent! His knowledge regarding London and England's history was phenomenal. Learning the ropes on getting around the city and the various neighborhoods allows us to go back to London again on our own feeling comfortable in seeing more of what the area has to offer.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's very hard to pick one moment since there were many amazing things and Tom was great in explaining the what we were seeing. One moment that stood out for me as a music fan, was experiencing a spectacular concert at Royal Albert Hall during our free time. The chunks of free time allowed during this tour to do your own thing was great. Especially after we learned the ropes of getting around on the underground."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Enjoyed just about every aspect of the tour. Our guide, Tom, was excellent.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"As a history buff, the primary destinations like St Pauls and Westminster Abbey were amazing. Churchill's war rooms though were pretty amazing to me. I loved the tube and using it to get around. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Except for the food, the overall experience was outstanding. Just about everything was as good or better than we had expected.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's hard to pick a single moment, but visiting Windsor Castle stood out."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall experience would have been outstanding if the hotel, though clean with a good location, was nicer. The breakfasts were just fair.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"All of the informative and beautiful guided tours. Our guide, Steven, was outstanding."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My London tour was fantastic! Loved my overall experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My overall experience was a “wow” moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First time traveling alone. I enjoyed the entire time I was in London. It was a very well planned trip and the directions provided were spot on.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting Windsor Castle. We were very fortunate that we had beautiful 70 degree weather. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Steven was lovely, knowledgeable and funny.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Queen Elizabeth's burial site. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide Steve was very knowledgable about all the wonderful places we toured. Also, very funny and made sure no one got lost or left behind.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many, The Windsor Castle, the British Museum, High Tea at The Montague, The Tower of London, etc."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I'm really glad my husband and I took this tour as our guide provided much insight into the history of London and guided us with ease.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's a toss up between Westminster Abbey and Windsor Castle--both were awesome."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful experience in London with Gillian as our host and guide. Having never been to England previously, the London tour was a great way to immerse into the deep history and culture of the British people.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The climb and view from the top of the dome of St. Paul's !"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The London tour exceeded all of my expectations. Our guide, Gillian was fantastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Many to choose from, although our time at the Tower of London was my favorite."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a great tour! Gillian was so helpful, knowledgeable and she has a great sense of humor. The guides at all of the attractions were great as well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Gosh there were many but I think visiting Windsor Castle & the town of Windsor were amazing."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I enjoyed our tour with Gillian. She was highly informative and we all loved her "biscuit" treats! We toured all the highlights of the city, had time on our own to explore and take in a show at night.We were forwarned about the amount of walking and stairs and that was correct information as we did a lot of walking each day. We did not mind the walking but glad we were told in advance. Our group was friendly and overall the tour with Gillian was fun, educational and enjoyable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to pick one...the Crown Jewels were amazing and St Pauls cathedral, Westminster Abby, Windsor Castle and the Churchill war rooms were our top sights. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I saw all the places I've read about...seen on documentaries...dreamt of seeing. The additional experiences were a charming bonus

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It was pretty much WOW from start to finish...seeing Buckingham Palace...the Globe Theatre....it was amazing"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The London tour was wonderful from start to finish. It’s a perfect blend of history, culture, and experiences that are steeped in 100s of years of tradition. The hotel was perfectly situated to take advantage of the best of the city’s endless attractions. Group dining experiences were excellent and recommendations for dining on our own were spot on. The group was very congenial and the tour guide, Jeanie, was exemplary.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is difficult to answer. I think I would bundle the sites we visited and stories that we heard about World War 2 as the most meaningful to me. Jeanie telling about her father as a fire watcher on St Paul’s dome moved me to tears. The War Rooms moved me to tears. It’s one thing to read about London during the war or watching documentaries, but to walk where those events happened and to hear stories from people with authentic connections is truly special. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves tour and it exceeded all of our expectations. Rick Steeves tours prepared us well for the trip. Our accommodations were central to everything. Our tour guide was great - very knowledgeable, engaging and a great leader. She gave us a # of recommendations we went with on our own. Great itinerary - we visited the major spots, with a nice diversity of activities. Great group of fellow travelers. Appreciated the time for independent exploration. Fantastic!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many - Westminster Abbey and the Churchill War Rooms were among my favorites. Borough Market. Learning how much history (and intrigue!) surrounded our hotel neighborhood! Buckingham Palace - standing where there have been so many iconic scenes."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves' tour. Our tour was extremely well-planned and smooth, and our tour guide, Jeannie was phenomenal. The stories and anecdotes Jeannie shared really connected me to the place, the people, and the history of London. The other people on the tour were well-traveled, many having gone on multiple Rick Steves' tours in the past. The general sentiment was, once you've been on one Rick Steves' tour, you want to go on others. We completely agree -- it's addictive!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I was awe-struck by Westminster Abbey -- the beauty of the architecture and the wide range of scientists, royals, and writers buried there. Likewise, St. Paul's Cathedral and Windsor Castle were amazing."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We were able to see many of the exciting locations in that short of time in London

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful time visiting many of the famous sites in London. Nice variety of activities. The tube was amazing and we were proud to figure it out and use it by ourselves a few times. Great group of tour mates. Lots of walking but we enjoyed it. Loved walking around the different neighborhoods and parks.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We had never been to London so just the taxi drive from the airport was wow! Seeing a huge city for the first time, the buildings, cars, and people was all very exciting. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was everything we hoped for. Our guide Tom was excellent, our group was fun and we truly experienced London at its best and gained confidence we can return by ourselves and get around the city easily.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many! Each day was wonderful but probably our day trip to Windsor Castle was our favorite day. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was a great guide and was very friendly and helpful

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The London I"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I have been reading about London all my 69 years; this tour brought it to life for me!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre; our guide was so Shakespearean! What a storyteller; what a voice! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in London, especially the Rick Steves Tour. First of all, Tom our guide was welcoming, interesting and overall a great guide! We also thought our hotel and the location was great. So convenient to everything. Our group of 25 fit well together. We saw so many places that I had always wanted to visit too numerous to name here. I also thought the tea, group dinners and food tour were all good picks.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite was Windsor Castle and next Big Ben! "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our tour guide, Gillian, was excellent! The tour was well organized and the perfect mix of planned touring and time to explore independently. We never had to wait in lines or fight crowds which was amazing. The hotel was fair due to being understaffed in the restaurant and our room was only adequate. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the culture and history. The reason why I didn't rate the experience outstanding is that traveling abroad is not my favorite way to vacation at this time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I enjoyed learning about the culture in East London on the food tour. I was awed by the beauty of the cathedrals and buildings. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many. Touring the British Museum and going on a food tour were highlights. "

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

I felt that the sequence and structure of our days did not flow properly. We had a Marvelous woman as our guide who showed and informed us of the basic information we needed to get around. She would pass the group on to other guides who specialized in the subject matter and meet up with us afterward. The hotel accommodations were only adequate but the location of the hotel was very good. It was the same breakfast buffet every day with no variation. The coffee was bad.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two of our biggest WOW moments was riding the London Eye (not included in tour) and discovering L'Autre restaurant (delicious!). We would have liked to have spent more time in the town of Windsor. It was rainy and cold that day and none of us dressed appropriately not knowing we would be outside for portions of the tour. Once it was over we had to get back to our scheduled farewell dinner. We had only enoughttime to eat lunch and missed out on seeing Eaton and shopping in the cute stores"

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

Tour and tour guide were great. Hotel was less than satisfactory. Breakfast was lacking in service, buffet food quality, and the coffee was terrible. The hotel dinner food was. Very poor quality and over priced. 2 less than 1/2 glasses of house quality wine was 15 pounds each. No bar prices are posted so it was a shock to see the bar tab.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The different neighborhoods we went through."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Very nice tour, a good mixture of must see sights with needed down time, which we used to see two plays in the theater district and museums that weren't covered on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"no single one moment, however it was our introduction to English royalty and its history over time. And you see a LOT of this on the tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The oyster card gave us the ability to explore London and the suburbs after our daily events were done.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"the guide at the Globe was awesome. The guide at the east end food market experience was 10+. The bagel and corn beef was to die for."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was very full and complete. It seemed that all of the iconic London/English sites were adequately addressed.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I don’t know there was a particular moment, but I was continually impressed with our guide who brought her A Game each and every day. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Jennifer set a great friendly tone from the get go with lots of fine information along the way. Perfect weather the entire week was a real plus.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle and St. Paul's is hard to beat."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

great

Favorite "WOW" moment

"windsor castle"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

we enjoyed that the tour was flexible with the weather

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Churchhills bunker"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a fantastic trip from beginning to end. It was a truly wonderful experience that covered many things in London. There wasn't one thing that was a disappointment or not worth seeing. It was very well organized. The group meals were superb. I'll be high from the trip for a long time. We were ready to see it all over again when we were done. Rick, you've done a remarkable job distilling down to one week what London has to offer.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Everything we did & saw was a "Wow!" moment. The Sutton Hoo finds & the Parthenon Marbles were top sights."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent introduction to London!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey tour"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was wonderful, as has the other two Rick Steves tours we have attended.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle and the charming community surrounding it."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We just finished the RS 8 - day Scotland Tour so it is easy to compare the two tours. The Scotland tour allowed us more bonding with the group since more meals and bus time was shared. The London tour allowed us to be in one hotel which was very nice however I felt the format was less informative since much of our time was spent getting to sites with not much narration from Robert.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved the Tower of London, Crown Jewels and the tour leader, very informative and loved his humor. The Afternoon Tea was lovely and food tour including the leader really showed another side of London."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed the thorough itinerary for a first-timer in London. All the must-sees were included with a sense of specialness and ease of access.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"In Borough Market, my wonderful guide Robert steered me to the best grilled cheese sandwich on earth. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide was fabulous--so skillful, efficient and fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"East End Tour"

Overall it was quite enjoyable. Learned a lot about the city, all its attractions and how to get around.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The tube...its efficiency and range and ease of use....once we Were shown how to use😊"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Did not disappoint. Saw and learned so much about the ins and outs of London.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Borough Market grilled cheese sandwich. Food tour to the east end. Alladdins curry. Theater district. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Although the tour was very busy, we hit almost every landmark we wanted to see. We walked a lot and learned how to use the tube. Our guide was great and we met a lot of really nice folks-some not even in our group. Overall, we were very busy but our guide Lisa made the tour exciting.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite 'wow" moment and favorite part of the tour was the East End food tour. The food tour guide made the East End come alive with each wave of immigrant migration. The food was beyond excellent and I tried foods I've never had before. This tour exceeded my expectations!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We hit all the highlights plus many surprise and delight experiences with our guide in London.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We like the foodie tour since it included local history of the area and street art. If we had been on our own, we wouldn’t have realized the fun that awaited us."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The guide was very good, the people were kind and friendly, and the information about London and each site we visited was interesting. I learned so much and had fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Lisa was excellent and very well prepared. The accommodations were great including the location.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The diversity of the food and the functionality of the Tube. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A great balance between a wide variety of sights to visit with enough free time to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Every say had a wow moment. It’s why I enjoyed the tour so much. But if I needed to select one, I would say the location of the hotel. Walking distance to so many great locations and mass transit."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide, Lisa, was amazing, providing a fun and informative tour of really amazing places and history. She created such a wonderful vibe that the group was able to gel right away and really enjoy our tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The food tour of the East End - the amazing history and food were unexpected and delightful surprises. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great agenda. High pace which we love. Packed all of the must see items into the one week itinerary

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tie between the opening ceremony at the Tower of London and the East End Food Tour."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The Hotel was the perfect location. It was close to everything

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abby and St. Paul's Cathedral "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Things went smoothly.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Henry VIII was a very bad dude and the British haven’t cancelled him. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The mix of sights was good, planning and itinerary were paced well. Excellent overview of London

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey tour. The guide's knowledge was great, and the Abbey is spectacular. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Once again, my wife and I had a great time learning about London, the UK, the Royals, and what a history lesson! Our guide, Lisa, was terrific. This was our third Rick Steves" tour, and can hardly wait for the next!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"For me it was the Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre history. Of course all of the historic sites were a close second. For my wife, it was touring Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and seeing where Queen Elizabeth was laid to rest. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour allowed us to see UK's history, culture and art all in 5 days. Lisa is an awesome tour guide. She is quite knowledgeable in all things British, and very friendly.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The highlight of the tour for me was seeing the ancient ruins and mummies at the British Museum. I also very much enjoyed seeing the crown jewels in the Tower of London."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour of London. Loved tour of Winsor Palace. Loved hearing stories of the various Kings and Queens who occupied the throne.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The architecture in London is fantastic! I was in London 20 years ago and was unimpressed with the new buildings being constructed. Now in context of all the other new buildings it all works. Skyline is gorgeous."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Lisa was a fantastic Tour Guide. Friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable. Made the Tour a fantastic experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westmister Abbey"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first tour where we stayed in one city. It was amazing how many attractions we were able to see and the variety of experiences we had.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle - We have a fascination with the royals and to see Windsor Castle was awesome."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great experience, great tour guide in Tom

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey & Windsor Castle "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

everything was well planned and executed perfectly.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"the optional climb to St Paul's Cathedral golden dome. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent, even though we arrived 3 days late due to the Delta Airlines software meltdown.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"All of the sites were wonderful, but Tom, our tour manager, and the fellow group members brought the most joy."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Outstanding

Favorite "WOW" moment

"the amount of knowledge Tom has to share"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our Rick Steves Best of London tour checked all of the boxes. It was a full experience, beautiful, enlightening, educational and fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Oh my gosh! How does one pick just one?! There were so many wonderful visits to London sights! The day spent at Windsor Castle was definitely a favorite. The castle was glorious and the town of Windsor was quaint and lovely."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great guide! He made the tour!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Every day went according to plan and very smoothly. Our guide, Tom, made all the difference. There were unexpected good surprises along the way such as perfect positioning for changing of the guard and early entrances to the Tower of London and Windsor Castle.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The way our guide, Tom, had the timing of the changing of the guard, complete with band, and the best position at Buckingham Palace."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Greatly enjoyed our tour guide's (Tom) guidance, knowledge, professionalism, patience, and humor. It was spot on. Hotel fairly good but super good for location, location, location in Mayfair area.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going unplanned through Buckingham Palace tour at the last moment. All the credit for this goes to our guide Tom, who mentioned to our group that spots had opened for later that day."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our charismatic and experienced tour guide wrangled our group with mind-boggling ease. Tom knew answers to every single question posed (from a variety of group members) and had a plethora of London stories to keep us entertained when we had to wait for something (which wasn't often.) Tom brought charm and humor to our group and the only problem we have now is trying to find another tour with Tom as our guide!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Opening ceremony at the Tower of London, the Crown Jewels, and the general history available at the Tower of London. It was a great morning! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Best of London tour was well organized. Our tour guide was on top of each day’s activities. He was well informed and professional.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The afternoon tea experience was excellent. I probably would not have done afternoon tea if I was on my own. I was pleasantly surprised by this experience. A must do in England."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Seamless!! Everything from the hotel, meals, and sightseeing stops was outstanding! Made our first trip to Europe easy peasy!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved seeing Windsor Castle and The Tower of London. The food tour was amazing as well!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Seven days in London was quite powerful, filled with world history and a great deal of walking. Most every day was structured to allow independent time to do whatever one desired, a nice balance to the day. I traveled as a single but found our group of 25 was very cohesive, we all looked out for one another including our Rick Steve's guide. London is one of those "must experience" in the realm of world travel

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I found myself quite overwhelmed in Westminster Abbey. To be amongst so many founding, world influencers, brought me to a commanding mental and emotional standstill. "

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

The history offered around the city and at the buildings and castles was very androcentric and therefore incomplete. I also feel that there were far too many people in our group, which made navigating the streets, sites, and transportation system difficult. The city is very, very busy and such large groups are impractical. If I had known either of these things, I wouldn't have gone on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I enjoyed the food tour (and that particular guide) very much. I also really enjoyed the food from the last meal we had together."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The guide was informative, kind and flexible to the needs of the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I felt like the guide gave me great inside information that I would not have learned if I was on my own."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent hotel location. You weren’t kidding about the walking. We set new records on our daily count.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Rosetta Stone "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Nice tour of London. Tour guide was entertaining, funny, and had a lot of stories, some of them sort of conspiracy stories. I had to google them to separate accepted facts from debatable conspiracies. Hotel location was great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There actually was NOT one this time, and this was our 9th tour. There wasn't any special activity that I wouldn't have been able to do on my own. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a well organized, busy, interesting tour with a wonderful guide and a friendly group of people.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our wow moments came at unexpected times, like when we saw the changing of the Irish guard at Buckingham Palace, we caught a glimpse of a fox during the key ceremony, hunting the ravens they raise at the Tower of London, and the East End food tour in the rain. Also, just being in Westminster Abby is awe inspiring."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was an amazing time. It was educational as well as fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Big Ben. It was so beautiful in the sun."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steves' tour and it was AMAZING! We got to see everything we wanted (and more). We felf very safe in our group and it was nice to have others looking out for you in a new country. It was also fun to have familiar faces around the city. It was the perfect blend of guided activities and time to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It's hard to pick just one, but we enjoyed Westminster Abbey and Windsor Castle the most."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful! Always felt safe, expectations were clear, the tour packed a great deal into a short time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Paul's or Westminster"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was the most fantastic tour guide we could have ever had, given it was our first time on a tour! Outstanding!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It was pretty much ALL “ WOW” given the history of London. But, I think most most wow moments were St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London with the Crown Jewels. And, of course, Tom’s excellent history recap on each! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Tom was wonderful. It was great hearing all the history and information about the places he took us to. I really love his sense of humor. I needed help with some arrangements to get to somewhere else when the tour was finished and he helped me get my train tickets.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved the Spittlefields market food tour, I had not thought that I liked curry, but our tour guy took us to what he said was the best Indian restaurant and we got to try three dishes which were delicious. I also loved seeing Westminster Abbey and had to go back and rewatch the beginning of William and Catherine‘s wedding because I had wondered about the things I saw as she walked inside the cathedral and down the aisle. It made it even more magical now that I know what it really looks like. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was incredible! It was comprehensive, fun, and absolutely wonderful. Everything was timed very well and we got to see so much without being rushed. There was a perfect balance of scheduled items and free time. The accommodations were great. Access to commuting options was streamlined and easy to understand. Food was diverse and delicious. My mother and I could not have asked for a better tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting Westminster. Listening to the history and walking through the gorgeous cathedral. My mother returned for Evensong and I want to return for a longer tour to really taken in the art in every corner. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I really enjoyed the London tour - we were always on the go, but there was still sufficient independent time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Beautiful interior of St. Paul’s Cathedral."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had such a wonderful time on our seven day London trip, and it was made all the better by our outstanding tour guide Tom. What a treasure he is, I recommend any tour that he might lead! At times charming, funny, empathetic, and outgoing, Tom was the perfect guide for our tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Climbing to the very top of St Pauls Cathedral (and being a few minutes late returning to the group!)."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very very very amazingly excellent. Our guide Tom was great.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Climbing up to the top of St. Paul’s Cathedral "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A very well organized and comprehensive introduction to the many sites/sounds/tastes/culture of London. A wonderful experience!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Experienced so many 'Wow" moments it's difficult to pick out one. Being able to tour the lesser known St. Bartholomew The Great church was a highlight that differentiates the uniqueness of Rick Steves tours."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour is amazing! Our guides were outstanding, the meals were wonderful, the hotel was fabulous. There was a great balance between tour activities (so many great sites to see and experiences to have in London!) and time to explore on your own. Know that this tour is a tremendous amount of walking and standing. Be prepared to get 18-20K steps a day.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Tower of London and seeing the Crown Jewels. So much history in one place. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

See my husband’s responses.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Churchill war rooms."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour with friendly kind travellers, led by a knowledgeable guide who gave us helpful tips for navigating around London. The balance was just right for time with the group and time to explore places of interest on your own. London is such a fantastic interesting city, we want to return.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Upon reflection I think the wow comes when one realizes that the places visited have so much so history ...famous people and historical events. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jeanie our guide was fantastic!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The food tour in the East End."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful tour of all of the important sights in London. Our tour director Jeanie was exceptional. She guided us through the London Underground and made us confident experts at navigating on our own. She kept us laughing with her charm and whit. Great group of fellow travelers. It was wonderful to beat the crowds at the Tower of London and not have to wait in a 5-hour line to see the Crown Jewels.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey took my breath away, as did the crown jewels. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I travelled with my mother who turned 85 on the trip. This was the ideal trip. She'd never been to London I had. The hotel was central to tube stop, buses and all the sights. The hotel was comfortable with a great breakfast. She walked 5 to 7 miles each day with a top day of 10 miles. We were out most days 8:30 am to 3 PM, back for a nap then out to west end evening shows. Our guide, Jeanie Carmichal and fellow group travelers were great, the weather wonderful. It went so well.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"East end food tour. Globe Theater tour. Our guides were great. Wednesday - 12:30 am Thursday - hitting the rack after Westminster, St. James Walk, Westminster Abbey tour, lunch/brief viewing at National Gallery, Churchill War rooms, evening Irish pub crawl and later dinner finishing with birthday comp cake/ice cream and a shot of limoncello. WOW - Mom did it all (we have photos!) and we was on deck 8:30 am the next morning ready to tour. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything I hoped for. This trip and group was amazing!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going inside St. Paul’s and hearing about the soldiers who saved it by putting fires on the dome. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide and accommodations were great!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The stories our guide shared about Jung Henry VIIIi"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour was very interesting fun and educational.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many but I would say Windsor Castle was my favorite. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This was my third Rick Steves tour. Our schedule was modified from what the itinerary said and that may have added to the uneven distribution of activities and events.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved seeing the rebuilt GlobeTheatre. The guide was passionate and knowledgeable about its history and Shakespeare."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour brought back fond memories of my military tour in England in 1979--1983. My office conducted official business to London twice a week and with my personal visits to see London historical sites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The most "wow" moment had to be the museums that we were able to visit. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Never had done an organized tour before. Researched & choose this one. For tour stayed at Washington Mayfair hotel which had great accommodations & good location for our ventures. Great breakfast & final drink at night. Walked (& used tube/train) central London & Windsor visiting the historic sites mentioned in the tour information. Enjoyed pubs & talking to locals. A lot of walking and standing, so be in descent shape. Shepards Market is a close by for meals/drinks. Added days before/after.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My moment was meeting & being with the 24 people of our group & our guide Jamie. Our ages ranged from teens to +74 (at least me). We were from all over the US. Met some very good friends. We toured as a happy family. Jamie was an excellent guide with his years of doing this, knowledge, stories, & ability to adapt our group to schedule changes."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Totally lived up to, and stayed true to the agenda as described. We were a bit amazed at what a huge and interesting city London is, geographically-speaking and in diverse population. Thankfully our guide totally knows the agenda; in fact we were always a few minutes early for any appointment. We had a well-rounded experience seeing the "top ten" sights plus a mix of local charm with some food markets and a few times when we had an open agenda to explore places of our own choosing.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey seemed hard to top, but then we saw Saint Paul's Cathedral and then the Tower of London and the crown jewels, and then Windsor Castle. All world-class but collectively a powerful living history lesson about the UK. We also loved being along the substantial River Thames and seeing it rising and ebbing with the ocean tides and knowing of its central theme to London and its history and commerce. The public park system throughout London was a bit of a surprise & a nice treat too."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

So much fun and enjoyable! Ou tour guide Tom was fantastic!!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Changing of the guard for Buckingham Palace."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide Tom was great. So knowledgeable, learned a lot. Liked the location of the hotel, having restaurants, stores close by was helpful.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The food tour we had was something that we wouldn’t have looked into on our own. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was well organized and included many of the top sights in London. Our guide, Tom, was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and made the tour very enjoyable. The hotel was centrally located, easy walking distance to many top sights, and excellent restaurants. There was an ample amount of free time to visit sights that were not included on the tour. Overall, great week in London!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moments from the tour are the Tower of London and the visit to Windsor. The history of the monarchy and the castles are incredible. Also, loved all of the pubs, especially Two Brewers in Windsor."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour guide and the logistics were outstanding. Good accomodations in a posh area with very vice breakfast options. Site seeing well organized, and Tom made it so much fun. He really was the best. Loved it

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tom - the tour guide who made the tour so pleasant."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour really exceeded my expectations. I appreciated having each day carefully planned out so we could visit major points of interest in London. I also appreciated our tour guide making arrangements ahead of time, such as ticket purchases and restaurant reservations; so we could make the most of our time there. I also think there was a good balance between group activities and free time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I really enjoyed seeing inside Windsor Castle. Such beautiful rooms!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I really enjoyed the number of sites we visited and the free time to explore other things we wanted to see. I did feel rushed as the pace of walking was so fast that it was difficult to enjoy the sites. I would appreciate more places to sit during the discussion periods.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I enjoyed Windsor Castle because it gave you a glimpse of the modern monarchy."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Paul’s or Tower of London."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We saw the most important cultural places in London, without waiting in lines. Our guide prepared us well for each.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had taken a one day tour once to various places, but saw virtually none of Windsor. Our RS guide truly gave us insights but the experience of touring Windsor was like 800 years of history in three hours. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

First time doing a "city" tour so this was different for us

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Not sure are there were quite a few"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Enjoyed seeing all the highlights of London.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle was fantastic!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The hotel (Washington Mayfair) was nice and well located. The tour leader (Gillian) was fun, attentive and knowledgeable. It was our first trip to London so it was a great intro to all the sights with free time in the evenings to explore on our own and take in some theater. The tour met our goals. It may come up later in the survey, but there is LOTS of walking. My wife and I were fine with it and I had read your disclaimers before the trip but the walking and standing needs to be emphasized.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite moment was when Gillian took us across the street from the hotel and we discovered Shepard’s Market which was a fun, cool area with pubs and restaurants. May not have found that area without Gillian!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I enjoyed all of it.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We got to see King Charles driving to work!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom, our leader, was absolutely wonderful. He made everything so personal. By the time the tour was over, Tom felt like family. The tour gave a great overall view of London: historical, cultural, modern. We toured the great sites of London as well as hidden gems. It was a perfect combination of group time and free time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Paul's especially the American chapel and seeing King Charles III."

Overall rating: rating 3 of 5

I enjoyed being on the tour! It was great to be in London for 7 days. With our hotel located so centrally, we could get to so many great sights and attractions without too much trouble. As someone who is only 22 years old, I did feel like I didn't have much in common with the other tour group members, and I could have used less explanations and delays from the tour guide on using the Tube (it's pretty intuitive). I thought the activities were generally good but I might have skipped some.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved seeing the Assyrian art in the British Museum. It would have been better if we had more time to see the museum; we did go back at one point but since the museum closes at 5pm there were fewer opportunities to go back than you might think. Plus, the line for security took about 20-30 minutes each time. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First tour with Rick Steves... it was amazing! Our guide Tom was the BEST! Extremely knowledgeable and just a lot of fun.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Don't have one moment... the whole trip was a wow!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour provided a thoroughly enjoyable week in a magnificent city. Our guide Tom was informative, entertaining and kind. Our hotel, the Radisson Mercer, was centrally located in Covent Garden and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful. London is dynamic and bustling, with great historical sights, museums, restaurants, food markets, pubs, musicals and plays. Our tour covered many of the most important sights and museums, and we had ample time to visit other sights on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey, so rich in history with (among many other things) its Coronation Chair, Grave of the Unknown Warrior, Royal Air Force Chapel, and the tombs of & memorials to scientists in Scientists' Corner, and to writers in Poets’ Corner. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

We had a great group of 23 people who really became friends over eight days in this lovely, detailed exploration of London and surroundings.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The "science" corner of the Westminster Abbey was amazing for me. As a scientist I have great respect for Newton, Faraday, Maxwell, Herschel and the other great scientists who are buried there."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was so well planned and executed, and our guide Tom was beyond outstanding

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The ww2 memorial chapel at St Paul's moved me almost to tears"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom Hooper was a wonderful guide, we visited many places, he provided so much information in an entertaining way

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Visiting Buckingham Palace and seeing the bands/color guards marching and playing and then King Charles drove by in the limo and waved"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our tour guide, Steven, was fabulous. He was incredibly knowledgeable and quite fun. There was an excellent balance between tour activities and free time with one exception. There were only 2 group dinners. I would add at least another group dinner. It gives the people in the group more time to get to know each other. The hotel was located well. Being able to walk to many places or take the nearby public transportation made navigating around London quite easy.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I had 2 WOW moments. The Churchill War Rooms were amazing. I spent more time there than I thought I would. Such a powerful and meaningful place. The other moment was the East End food tour. That was so delicious and informative! Our guest guide was excellent! It was a great way to give a tour and history of that area of London."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As in past experiences on a RS tour, our group had an excellent guide.Steven was extremely knowledgeable, cordial and responsive. He was patient and thorough in answering all my questions. The tour was a good balance of structured tour events and free time. The group was made of many RS "veterans" who were interested in learning and responsible in adapting to the schedule. This was the first time I traveled solo. I felt comfortable with the group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably seeing Windsor Castle. Also food tour."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent mix of history, architecture, food and culture.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Paul's tour"

It was good. I nice mixed of structured, guided experiences plus free time to pursue our own interests.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"After reading so much English history, it was fascinating to visit the Tower of London"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Busy but so outstanding “first time” to London experience. Our guide Stephen was awesome!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many, Crown Jewels , Westminster Abbey, High tea, trip to Windsor(cold, rainy weather) and Churchill War rooms "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour guides were exceptional! The small group size and tour guides are what brings us back to Rick Steves tours.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite part was visiting a small pub in Windsor and connecting with local owners. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We enjoyed an informative and busy tour of London. The sights, the history, and the food were incredible, and our hotel was in a perfect location. We were able to get in 3 theater performances on our own, and that was truly special.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"We enjoyed the Spitalsfield Market food tour. Our local guide, Dave, was informative and the food was delicious and plentiful. The Globe theater tour was another special moment. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Exhausting. I discovered city tours are actually more tiring than moving from hotel to hotel. There is little to no down time on a city tour because there is no bus ride. Had educated guide and good group of fellow travelers visiting all the must see spots.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St Paul's Cathedral. But I wish we would have had the time to climb up to at least the whispering level. Having time to shop for fabric at Liberty of London was great fun for me, as was the Victoria and Albert museum. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was very impressed with the organization and the efficiency of the Rick Steves tour entrerprise. The perfect amount of freedom versus structured activity, with time allocated for breaks (restroom and food/beverage). As a first time Rick Steves tour participant, I loved it! This will be the first of many tours for me!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many "wow" moments .... I think entering Westminister Abbey for the first time tops the list, but seeing the Crown Jewels and Windsor Castle were also "wow" moments. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We enjoyed the itinerary, the group and our guide Jeanie! The weather was mostly good and the location of our hotel was convenient and easy to get to by on busses or tube!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It is difficult to pick one wow moment but the good tour was delicious, informative and our guide was delightful! The trip to Windsor was also amazing!"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our tour manager Jeanne was very professional, knowledgeable and helpful. Jeanne was very energetic and demonstrated it with all the information provided on daily basis. I enjoyed the London tour but, was a little disappointed with overtourism in London.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We loved everything about the London Trip! The hotel was great and in a great location. The breakfast was great. Our tour guide Jeanne was fantastic. She had a great sense of humor, was knowledgeable, organized, always watching for us, informing us, teaching us how to use the Tube. London is a fantastic city, better than we imagined!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"London in General has remarkable sites. Windsor Castle was impressive. I did not realize it was so much more than one castle! My husband loved the pubs and the tower of London. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very happy with the tour and the activities we did.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a wonderful tour. The balance of guided tours and free time was just right. We learned so much and had time to explore on our own. Jeannie is an exceptional tour guide. She led us through the many sights and neighborhoods of London. She regaled us with stories and insights that made London come alive. Our band of travelers were delightful people and we became a traveling family right from the first hour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There's lots of wow moments. There were two that stood out to us - the Chruchill War Rooms and Windsor Castle. The food tour was lots of fun too!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a fantastic tour! Jeanie was great - knowledgeable, candid, and a little cheeky. She gave great recommendations of things to do and places to eat (and drink) on our own. She gave us tools to navigate London, which made us confident and comfortable, turning us from tourists to travelers :D

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many great sights and places, but the best "wow" was free time to explore individual interests - there's so much to do! Public transportation made it a breeze to get around, the Oyster card and Jeanie's orientation gave us freedom and confidence. Even going to the theater in the evening was easy and hassle free! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Every detail was provided.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The London 7-Day tour was perfect for a first time Rick Steves tour. I didn't feel rushed and I felt like I was able to explore London like a true Londoner. Jeanie was great to be with. She's shared a whole lot of information during the tour- it was like listening to a podcast but you can ask questions! I also really appreciated the little snacks she gave to help energize us throughout the day. So thoughtful!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My jaw dropped at St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. I like how the tour takes you on paths less taken then reveals the marvels that London has to offer at the climax! I really felt like I was being read through a story of London with all the amazing things I was shown. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful trip! There is so much to see in London, and I felt our tour gave us the best itinerary to see the top attractions to appeal to a wide variety of interests. Our tour guide Jeanie was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. She had a wonderful personality and shared many background stories that made each day memorable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Two WOW moments for me :) 1st -- running into Rick Steves in front of Westminster Abbey! That was unbelievable! Thank you Rick for taking a photo with our tour group! :) 2nd -- Windsor Castle was amazing! The art, the architecture, the history, and don't forget to look up and see the amazing ceilings in each room."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was our first Rick Steeves tour and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment from start to finish! Jeanie, our tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly and answered our questions with great insight. The history and architecture was fascinating and every day was a wonderful adventure!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were so many “wow” moments for me and it’s hard to choose just one. I particularly enjoyed seeing Westminster Abbey, Windsor Castle and the Tower of London. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

A knowledgeable, helpful, humorous tour guide - Jeannie.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor and the Windsor Castle."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A great tour starts with a great guide and Jeanie was just that She has a wealth of knowledge with a great sense of humor.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My favorite wow moment was Windsor castle and the town of Windsor "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exciting times touring around London with fun tour group and wonderful guide, Jeanie! Very full days tired us out, but we were always ready for next day's adventure!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The opening ceremony of the Tower of London...wow, impressive experience! We were just there last week (having just come off The Best of England tour), but being there early hours to witness their opening ritual with no crowds was an awesome opportunity! Another Wow...bumping in to Rick Steves...twice!!! Fun!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We wanted to experience London and we did that in an amazing fashion! Right from Day 1, it was nothing short of wonderful. Every day was memorable and thoroughly enjoyable! We loved having our evening’s free to rest and we were surprised by how easy it was to navigate the underground, after being shown.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"It’s so hard to narrow it down! But perhaps it was Windsor Castle which was like a dream. Having said that, it could have been St. Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London or the Churchill War Rooms."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As all of our previous Rick Steves tours, this tour was filled with adventurous as we saw all of the sites London is famous for. Our guide, Jeannie, really made the tour, as she regaled us with fascinating history that brought the city to life.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lots of wows. Churchill War rooms, Windsor, and a surprisingly chance encounter with the man himself…Rick Steves!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful immersion into London and Jeannie was a fantastic guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor was amazing.."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jeanie was an exceptional tour guide. Her knowledge of London was uniformly outstanding. Our fellow travelers were also a great group that enhanced the tour. Could not ask for a better experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Met Rick Steves by chance while touring in London."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour was fabulous. We had a great tour guide and our tour members were fun. We became a part of London. We saw so many famous sites and wonderful neighborhoods. I really enjoyed everything.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle! The town and castle grounds were beautiful. I was so touched so see Queen Elizabeth’s memorial."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was my first time overseas, and all the guidance, information, and advice was MUCH appreciated. I felt like I was in safe hands. I loved my guide and all the stories she shared with us. Everyone in my group was kind and friendly. The pace was tiring, but I was warned about that, and I didn't want to miss anything. It was great to be lead straight to the best experiences. I never could have found so many great things on my own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Just one?! Everything in the British Museum wowed me. The Long Walk at Windsor Castle took my breath away. The Globe was a huge thrill. I could have spent a week at the Tower of London, and maybe the most memorable moment was when one of the ravens, standing on a fence inches away from me, positioned himself directly in front of me while looking at me over his shoulder... and pooped! I definitely felt like he was speaking to me. LOL!"

The tour was very comprehensive and informative and covered all the major sites in London and then some. The tour guide, Jeannie was exceptional in every regard from her extensive knowledge of London and its history to her relative ease with choralling 25 adults thru the Tube and all our venues. We were fortunate to be with a group of like minded, caring individuals as well. The only downside of the itinerary was the food tour which I would definitely skip next time.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Saint Paul’s Cathedral. This masterpiece by Christopher Wren and the fact that it survived the bombing demonstrated its structural integrity and beauty and the passion of the London people who kept it in tact during the War."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Experienced guide, well organized, positive group cohesion & support.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Arriving in London & seeing the magnificent city & architecture."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This tour of London had everything one would expect from a RS tour; a fantastic guide, great group of fellow travelers, and a wonderful introduction to all London has to offer!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many Wow moments on this tour! One was St. George's chapel at Windsor Castle; the history in the chapel spans centuries (Henry VIII and Elizabeth II to name just two burials) and it's a beautiful space. Another was enjoying the Philharmonic at the Royal Albert Hall; beautiful music in a gorgeous historic building...totally WOW!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was wonderful. Jeannie, our tour guide was knowledgeable, professional, interesting, and fun. I saw all the amazing London sights & learned a lot.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The entire experience. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great time; saw lots of things and Jeannie is a terrific tour guide

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St Pauls Cathedral "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour hit all the London highlights we were interested in not missing, and the hotel was in a fabulous location. We took advantage of the suggestion to take in a show at the West End one evening. The day trip out to Windsor was a relaxing closure and very interesting.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"All of Tour Guide Jeanie's narration. She is a British national treasure!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall experience was wonderful. We got to see the main sights of the city, get a feel for different areas, learn some history, use public transportation, and eat adventurously! Nice balance of scheduled activities and time to explore.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to choose. Choir at Westminster Abbey, coming around the corner and seeing St Paul’s Cathedral, ravens at Tower of London, Queen Elizabeth II at St George’s Chapel and Nelson atop Trafalgar Square! Oh! And we also got to see the Royal Guard (I think?) rehearsing for anniversary of King Charles’s coronation, just happened upon it, what a treat."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful experience! Most of London’s highlights covered with plenty of time to adventure on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There are two WOWs: Seeing the Crown Jewels and hearing The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra play at Royal Albert Hall."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Hotel was perfectly situated to go anywhere in London. Once we learned how to use the tube/buses, we could go anywhere we wanted on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor was an unexpected "wow" for us. The castle (apartments), St. George's Chapel, and the town of Windsor itself were all charming and alive with activity. We could have stayed longer (overnight, even)."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything worked together perfectly. The hotel and it's location were great, our guide, Tom, was fabulous and the sites we saw were iconic in the scope of Western history.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I have known about the Rosetta Stone since grade school. Getting to actually see it was a WOW for me. Knowing how key it was to deciphering ancient Egypt's culture I loved seeing it in person."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

This is a wonderful introduction to London. We were able to see many of the main sites. Tom, our guide, helped us to avoid crowds and navigate the city. We wish we had more time to explore the city. We should have stayed an extra week to do so.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Touring Windsor Castle was my favorite wow moment. We have toured palaces in Italy, Germany, and Austria. This was by far the best."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First trip to UK, and London was amazing.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"First glimpse of Buckingham palace as we strolled through Green Park. I knew I was really in London. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was an excellent tour guide!! Organized, funny and knowledgeable. The sites we visit were excellent and we got to learn how easy the tube system is in London. The other travelers were kind, supportive and fun. First time on a Rick Steve's tour and we would highly recommend.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor castle, especially because the flag was flying indicating that King Charles was in residence that day. I wish we had more time at Windsor. I could have stayed there the entire day and more if permitted. Being on the tour allowed us easy and quick entrance to the property. Didn't have to fight the crowds figuring out when and how to get in. Tom took care of it all! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I loved it

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Crown Jewels "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wonderful itinerary, great tour group and outstanding guide (Tom). I have always wanted a more up-close and personal view of historic sites in London and this tour delivered

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Having a pint in one of the oldest pubs in London!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First time in London. Tour highlighted key historic locations Loved that I never felt rushed. Great group of fellow travelers. Tom, our guide, was so knowledgeable, organized and efficient. Very personable.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey. I had no idea of the amount of history in this building. Local tour guide provided so much detail in a story like flow. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First organized tour taken. Our tour guide Tom was excellent, location of hotel could not have been better, and quality of accommodations was very good. Nearby restaurants, M&S, Tesco, Prete a Manger, and wrap shop made grabbing quick bites and salads very convenient, as wife and I rarely sat down for meal other than breakfast buffet at hotel and the meals, tea, and food tour provided with the tour. The included preloaded Oyster card had 1.3 pounds left at Heathrow. First, but not last RS Tour

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to say. The warmth of the guide and camaraderie of the group stand out first and foremost in my impression of the tour. The planning that went into making the tour enjoyable, pre-acquired tickets, timing of when to view certain sites to avoid crowds, the above mentioned Oyster card, use of the “whisper” devices, and the spots, information and history pointed out far exceeded any solo effort.Tower and Windsor were favs, Non-tour highlight was London theater, notably SIX and Caberet."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was a great guide. He was well informed and personable and he was my buddy! So I guess I’m a bit biased!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to say, I enjoyed it all. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was all good.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hole trip was a wow moment."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was outstanding. Still trying to figure out what a Tom desert is.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to single out."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My first tour ever and it far exceeded my expectations!!!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our tour of St Paul’s Cathedral! It has endured so much and still remains a respected and revered landmark for all of us!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a fabulous tour and an unforgettable experience. I loved all the sites we visited and activities and the tour guide was the best!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The sight of the tower bridge and visit to the tower of London with the crown jewels."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My overall tour experience was exceptional. The itinerary was very well conceived and it was expertly brought to life by our tour guide Tom who was, I must emphasize, fantastic.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I cannot think of a particular moment that was a “wow” moment. However, our guide was a “wow” for sure. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The London tour definitely met my expectations and more. It was a memorable travel experience.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Enjoyed everything on our tour. Some highlights were the Churchill War Rooms, the Poet corner in Westminster Abbey, and St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I thoroughly enjoyed this Best of London tour. Our fabulous guide Tom was knowledgeable and entertaining. The hotel was in a great location. It was close to the Tube which is an amazing and easy to use transportation system.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The visit to Westminster Abbey was my favorite followed closely by St. Paul’s Cathedral."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

The tour offered a great overview of London and the major sites. Our guide Tom was very personable. I enjoyed listening to him.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This may sound strange as London was full of so many amazing and historical sites but our group had a lot of fun traveling about town on the Tube. We successfully navigated our way everywhere."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Enjoyed the tour. Our guide, Tom, was entertaining and informative. Hotel was in an excellent location with easy access to the Tube. Easy to add on a few days on your own to this tour with side trips to Stonehenge, Cotwolds and other nearby sites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The trip to Windsor Castle was my favorite. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was great of course. Location of the hotel was terrific. The itinerary was well planned

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The City of London Walk with all the history in every nook and cranny "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

I was impressed by many things on this tour from the great location of the hotel to the knowledgeable, funny tour guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Touring impressive Westminster abbey with an engaging local tour guide was terrific. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Perfect trip in every way; expectations exceeded.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our guide, Roy, was fantastic and helpful. The hotel was lackluster and really should be looked at. The rooms need updating. The breakfast is poor. Its nice not to have to go to multiple hotels to stay at. I wish we had time in the morning and not just in the evening.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"War Rooms and Food Tour and markets. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic tour. Excellent tour guide Roy

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic from beginning to end. We had so much fun exploring London. The history, architecture, and people were all so much fun and interesting. We liked how the tour was designed to see the major points of interest and also free time to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Palace was definitely a wonderful experience. The opulence and history were just unbelievable to see and hear about. There we so many rooms that just kept going and going. Each one with a story and Irish history. It was fun just imagining all the interactions that have taken place in this place. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Wasn't sure what to expect, since this was my 1st trip without my late husband, and 1st tour experience. I was made to feel so well taken care of, welcomed, and a part of a group of buddies exploring together. In my case, it turned out to be, a pleasantly heart-healing experience. I can't thank you all enough for making me feel "safe" enough, to experience this "new" life of mine, with a smile and feeling of adventure!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking into the grandeur of Westminster Abby ! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was our first Rick Steves' tour. It was fabulous.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Churchill War Rooms."

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Great group and a good variety of sites.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Going to Westminster and going through the buildings and grounds"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Had a great time! Learned so much about England and it’s culture.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tower of London and the Crown Jewels were amazing. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We are RSE alumni! We appreciate all the detailed information for before, during, and after our tour. Our guide, Jeanne was warm, welcoming, helpful, extremely knowledgeable (from riding The Tube to history to places to shop), engaging, and fun! The Washington Mayfair was centrally located - easy to get from Heathrow & to access London on Tube or buses. We loved that it was so close to attractions we wanted to see.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Houses of Parliament, Churchill War Rooms, Buckingham Palace, Crown Jewels, and Windsor Castle. LOTS OF WOWS FOR US!!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very enjoyable. Jeannie was a great guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"All of it. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Everything was great"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

My first time in London, it could have been so overwhelming, but Jeanie was ready to answer any and all questions plus make suggestions.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"This is always so hard to answer because I think I said 'wow' a hundred times a day... Perhaps learning about the history of Windsor Castle and seeing all the opulence inside."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jeanie was a fantastic guide, I thoroughly enjoyed listening while she shared her knowledge of London and its history with an edge of wit, warmth and humor. Our fellow travelers were all wonderfully easy companions and it was simply great fun!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Lots! Seeing the crown jewels was pretty spectacular and all things food related were my favorites! Especially the Market Tavern! "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything was outstanding.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Getting to see the crown jewels up close."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jeannie is an amazing guide. The tours were nice and informative.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking in the Royal family's dining room where they walk and have meals."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic tour! Jeannie is a great guide!! The itinerary was excellent. I enjoyed being with the other travelers. This was consistent with my previous Ricke Steves tours. I have already signed up for another tour. Thanks!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many WOW moments. I liked going to Windsor, where I had never been. I also liked the food tour of East London, another area where I had never been."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Jeanie was awesome. Moved quickly. Walking was strenuous but not overly so.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St Pauls"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The 7-day London tour delivered on expectations - thanks to our stellar tour guide Tom, who was very British, very witty and kind and patient. I saw, learned and experienced so much of London and the different boroughs, plus the train trip to Windsor. We always had sufficient free time. During the week we were treated to group dinners, pubs and food tours/markets. The only drawback was our tour hotel, Washington Mayfair, which is rundown, service issues, problems in the rooms, etc.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Hard to choose but the Tower of London visit was spectacular. And I thoroughly enjoyed the Spitalfields tour and Borough Market days. Just wonderful - excellent guides throughout the week. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom was a terrific guide and host. The historical context he provided to the sites we visited really brought the history to life. I enjoyed the free time provided to explore on our own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey was very impressive. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

A fantastic tour guide and great group of people. The only thing I’d warn people about for the London tour is be prepared to walk and walk some more. One day we did 20,000 steps and 49 stories of stairs, some of those stairs were optional climbing to the top of St Paul’s Cathedral. We experienced the key stops with lots of additional suggestions and bonus we just had to show up.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Honestly realizing we never left a 5 mile radius and saw so many things! "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Visiting London during the holidays was amazing. The decorations, people and sights provided a wonderful atmosphere for the tour. Our guide, Tom Cooper was the best, with information and humor that made the experience even better.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The food! From the afternoon tea at the Montague, to the food tour of east end London and Old Spitalfields market to Borough Market…what a gastronomical adventure! A wonderful tour of the neighborhoods of London and great food!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was truly a wonderful experience. I have to admit that I had some hestitation booking a tour versus planning out a trip on my own and I am so glad I picked a tour, especially a Rick Steves tour. All the planning was done for me and I saw many sights while having plenty of "on my own" time to do other things. I also met some great people in my tour group.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"My "wow" moment was at Windsor Castle. particularly when I visited the final resting place of Queen Elizabeth II."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was a great experience top to bottom. The guide was engaging and entertaining, gave a great feel for the city peppered with great historical information.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Each day had an outstanding highlight from the ravens at the tower, to the salt beef with no wait. A great way to get a feel for the city and it's history."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Fantastic-the tour was well organized with a great balance of group activities and free time, and visiting during the holidays made it even more special. Our guide (Tom Hooper) was knowledgeable, organized, and really enjoyed his British humor!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Too many to report, but loved the museums and the food tour in Spitalfields and Borough Market were fantastic, so much good food!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The hotel chosen was very comfortable and perfectly located in a safe and central neighborhood. My fellow tour mates were kind, excited, and made the tour even more fun. Tom was an outstanding host and I feel lucky to have seen the best of London under his clever and insightful guidance.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Being in the presence of history I had only known from textbooks and movies was mind blowing and awe-inspiring. It brought to life the humans I had only known as characters before. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

First RS tour and it exceeded our expectations. Small group size and a super excellent guide, Tom.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Pauls' Cathedral was incredibly impressive, in size and in content. You could never appreciate this from looking at a picture or reading an article. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Amazing experience!

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Everything went smoothly and was well planned out. Good collegial group and excellent guides. I was left wanting to return to London someday for more on my own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably going to the "tower". I had always thought of it as just being a dungeon/prison, but it's so much more."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Awesome guide, saw everything on my list, plus had time to explore on my own.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"British museum "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Friendly people, knowledgeable tour guide, great city.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The first time seeing the Holiday lights above the streets in London's west-end. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom, our guide, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He took into consideration that my husband had a sore leg and often asked about his condition. The group was friendly and fun to tour with each day. The activities showed us many places in London. It was well organized and helped us learn the underground rail System.The hotel was comfortable and in a great location. We enjoyed exploring the area.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing the Thames and Big Ben was a wow! Being a retired Literature Teacher, seeing the Globe warmed my heart."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

London is a beautiful city! So much to see and do. Jeanie, our tour guide, was simply the BEST! She was so engaging! Her knowledge of London and UK history was astounding! We were able to visit many sites and because of being with a knowledgeable guide, were at the right place at the right time to get the most of the experience. Our hotel was very nice, centrally located, a brief walk to beautiful parks, Buckingham Palace and the Tube. I would recommend this tour to anyone!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Walking into Westminster Abbey, any words you use to describe it would not do it justice."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The tour is a wonderful introduction to London. We saw so many amazing sights, buildings and attractions. Our tour guide Jeanie was amazing. Jeanie's in-depth knowledge and her love for the city made me appreciate and enjoy the tour even more.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I loved visiting St. Paul's Cathedral. But there were so many "wow" moments like The British Museum and Westminster Abbey."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We learned about London is all its gore and glory - both the present and the past. We saw all the top spots in an organized, efficient manner. What a joy to visit!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"There were many - probably seeing the Crown Jewels followed closely by the British Museum highlights."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

What a great way to be introduced to London or to see it again. Jeanie, the tour guide, was a wealth of knowledge and added a depth to the tour I wasn't expecting. She really made the tour! Everyday was full of adventures with a good mix of group activities and free time. I highly recommend this trip.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"So many...Evensong at St. Paul's...Westminster Abbey...the town of Windsor."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

It was amazing! A lifelong dream come true! I saw all the sites I wanted to see in a well planned, even paced tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Westminster Abbey-just the history there was overwhelming!"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

As a tour guide Jeannie was fantastic. Our hotel was great, great food and informative tours

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Windsor Castle, Big Ben"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tour guide was amazing very nice group

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tower of London "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Our third Rick Steves tour and they all have been great

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I just love the fact that the tours are the perfect blend of guided tours and free time. Plus all the tickets and entrances to venues are taken care of."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Our guide was incredible. She was very knowledgeable, well prepared, approachable, and funny. The group was able to see so much in a short term and we learned a great deal about London, England, and the UK. I highly recommend this tour and hopefully you will have Jeanie as your guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Elizabeth I’s tomb in Westminster Abbey and there were many other candidates. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Great balance of perfectly planned events with free time for exciting and adventurous activities.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The hotel. The cost was phenomenal especially based on location. I read reviews online and was pretty nervous. The hotel was perfect for our adventure. So easy to get to so many cool areas and the Tube."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a busy week of memorable sights, good food, great people. The hotel and location were very good.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"All of the sights were amazing, but our guide Tom provided the history and context to bring it all to life. The first evening ride on the old double decker red bus was a great introduction to the city. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Saw all the sites in London that we wanted to see. Had enough free time to add a few more that were close to our hearts.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Our "wow" moment was the tour of St Paul' Cathedral with its rich history and magical resistance to the WWII bombings. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This was a fast paced and incredibly informative tour. I feel like it covered all of the major highlights of London and taught us how to maneuver the city on our own if we ever came back. Our guide, Tom, was fantastic! He was a wealth of knowledge and had a great sense of humor.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Charles Darwin's grave at Westminster Abbey and riding the vintage double decker bus to see the major London monuments for the first time. I also really enjoyed the National History Museum and the food tour of Spitalfields Market."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Wow! London was fantastic! If there was a thing to do or see in London, we did it. We had a fabulous time. Our guide, Tom, was wonderful. He planned so many adventures and sites for us, we were worn out! My husband and I have done another city tour (Rome) and remember how exhausting it was. The London City Tour wasn’t quite as exhausting but almost. But, we lived Tom and everything on the tour.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"I think the WOW moment was the Windsor Castle. Seeing where Queen Elizabeth was placed in her final gravesite took my breath away. It was real. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

We had a wonderful time. Just the right amount of group activities with plenty of of time on our own to explore or attend a theatre show.

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

I had taken the Best of London tour in 2022. I was a fairly new widow wanting to travel. It was good. I was a different person on this Best of London 2023 tour (yes, went again!) and it was wonderful. Great group, great leader, great weather.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The train ride to Windsor, the town of Windsor, the tour of Windsor castle. Seeing the resting place of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip; simple and touching. "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

This is my second Rick Steves tour. London was great and we loved Tom as our guide . He brought wit and charm to all of us . The sights were phenomenal ! Highly recommend this tour!

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Probably Windsor castle and also the tower with the Crown Jewels."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Tom Hooper is a perfect guide.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Ginger Pig sausage roll - best! Thank you Tom for recommending. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall, a good trip. Great excursions, good leader, ok hotel.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Seeing Windsor Castle"

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Excellent

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Tom our tour guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny "

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Exceptional local guide! Tom was knowledgeable, well organized, and entertaining. The tour provided a great first-time introduction to London.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Catching a parade of the palace guards with the band and horses."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

The overall tour experience was quite nice. A good balance of group and independent time. Our guide and the other tour members were fun, friendly, and interesting.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"The Tower of London and the Food Tour in the East End"

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

A well chosen number of sites to visits. Greatly appreciated the "Blue Badge" guides chosen for specific sites

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Food Tour, particularly the Humble Crumble's apple crumble."

Overall rating: rating 5 of 5

Very organized. Guide was with us every step of the way. Location of the hotel was great, and a four-minute walk to the nearest "tube" station.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"St. Paul's Cathedral was fantastic, and our blue badge guide was excellent. The guide at Westminster Abby (Tom) was also very well-versed on everything at Westminster-Abby and answered every question we had to our satisfaction. Tour guide "Matt" on the food tour of the Spidalfields area was so awesome and made us feel like locals as we tried various foods along the route. "

Overall rating: rating 4 of 5

Overall, a good/very good experience. There were a few disappointments, but more positives than negatives.

Favorite "WOW" moment

"Churchill War Rooms"