Winston Churchill WWII Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Churchill War Rooms
- Visit Westminster Abbey's WWII memorials
- See the Cenotaph war memorial
- Discover the Cabinet War Rooms
- Learn about London's role in WWII
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Expert guide with in-depth knowledge of WWII history
- Visit to key WWII sites in Westminster, including the Churchill War Rooms
- Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests
- Meals and beverages during the tour
Itinerary
Painted green for the Houses of Commons, visit the bridge where WW2 bombs are still discovered to this day. Visited outside
Commemorating the courage of “The Few,” discover how RAF pilots defended Britain against relentless Luftwaffe attacks during the summer of 1940, securing a crucial victory in the skies above London. Visited outside.
At Britain’s national war memorial, hear how the nation mourned its fallen after the First World War and continues to honour those who served and sacrificed in conflicts since. Visited outside
Honouring the vital role of women on the home front and beyond, discover how millions kept Britain running during the war—from factories and farms to intelligence and military support. Visited outside.
Home to the Ministry of Defence, Whitehall played a key role in the drama of WW2. Visit both the Cenotaph and Women in WW2 monuments to pay your respects to the brave men and women who laid down their lives for our freedom. Visiting outside
With statues of icons from Mahatma Gandhi and Millicent Fawcett to Honest Abe, this square celebrates democracy in all its forms- something that was never so important as through the dark days of WW2. Visiting outside
As the centre of British government, hear how parliament reacted to the looming threat from the Third Reich as the bell of Big Ben went quiet and the planes of the Luftwaffe filled the skies over London. Visited outside.
This winding complex of underground offices became the epicentre of the government’s war effort as they scrambled to save Britain from invasion. We highly recommend booking entrance to the Churchill War Rooms for an immersive dive into the use of this sprawling complex during WW2. Your walking tour with us will end at 10:30am or 3:00pm just outside the entrance.
Meeting point
Start Location
Boadicea and Her Daughters, Victoria Embankment, London, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; please dress accordingly
- Photography is permitted at most sites; check with your guide for specific restrictions
- Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for city streets
- Dress appropriately for the weather conditions
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Entrance to Westminster Abbey NOT included
Traveler reviews
Churchill
There’s a lot of standing but the information was good. Bit hard to hear above the traffic- maybe consider using box boxes.
World War 2 Comes to Life
As Sheldon gave us a glance over his glasses, he brilliantly and passionately executed a wonderful tour. It was fast-paced and incredibly informative regarding Churchill as well as World War 2 London. He gave the background into the humanity of Churchill. The war rooms are very small and cramped but did not get in the way of our tour. Heck, even my wife who said she had zero interest in the topic was captivated!
Best so far!
Best activity so far! We took a walking tour of London during WW 2 and then the Churchill War museum. Our guide, Jeremy, was very knowledgeable and interspersed his tour with pictures and humor. The was room was excellent and allowed you to go at your own pace. Even though it was a bit crowded, it was very enjoyable.
Guide Nathan Rocks
The guide Nathan was the the best guide I have ever had on any tour in my life. He was an INCREDIBLE storyteller and really made the day. I highly suggest taking his tour.
Great tour and Nathan was superb.
Nathan was an excellent guide. He was very thorough yet also displayed wit and wisdom. His walking tour of the area and the time setting really prepared me for the museum.