Navigate the riverbanks that linked London to the world on this affordable self-guided walking tour.
• See the 450 year-old pub, The Grapes, that houses the staff that actor Sir Ian McKellan, who is also part-owner of the pub, used when he played Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings trilogy • Hear from producer Steve Matthews who’s been sharing his passion for London’s history through guided tours since 2010 • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before and after your booking date • Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code liste...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Westferry Station (Stop WK)
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour follows the Thames River, passing through several neighbourhoods and uncovering the history of London's ancient docks.
2
The Grapes
The tour passes by The Grapes pub. You'll hear about the charming 450-year-old pub while you walk including how it's part-owned by Sir Ian McKellan.
3
Limehouse Basin
The tour passes by Limehouse Basin. You'll hear the history of the basin while you walk.
4
Bread Street Kitchen - Limehouse
The tour passes by The Narrow restaurant. You'll hear about the restaurant owned by famous Chef, Gordon Ramsay while you walk.
5
King Edward Memorial Park
The tour passes through King Edward Memorial Park. You'll hear about the park and the history of the area while you walk.
6
Turner's Old Star
The tour passes by Turner's Old Star. You'll hear about the restaurant and how it got its name while you walk.
7
St. Katharine Docks Drawbridge & Locks
The tour ends at St. Katharine Docks Drawbridge & Locks.
Tales from the Thames Riverbank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
(1) Reviews
Greater London
About
Navigate the riverbanks that linked London to the world on this affordable self-guided walking tour.
• See the 450 year-old pub, The Grapes, that houses the staff that actor Sir Ian McKellan, who is also part-owner of the pub, used when he played Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings trilogy • Hear from producer Steve Matthews who’s been sharing his passion for London’s history through guided tours since 2010 • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before and after your booking date • Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code liste...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Westferry Station (Stop WK)
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
