London Churchill & World War 2 Walking Tour

Explore Churchill’s life and WWII London. Visit iconic landmarks, hear heroic stories, and see historic sites. Discover the Churchill War Rooms.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Churchill War Rooms - See the outside of Churchill’s War Rooms - the underground bunker Churchill used during World War 2. Entry not included.
  • Downing Street - See Downing Street - home of Churchill and Britain’s Prime Ministers
  • Winston Churchill Statue - Get up close to Winston Churchill’s statue and hear the story of Britain’s greatest leader.
  • Battle of Britain Monument - Hear stories of bravery and courage of Britain’s most courageous soldiers at the Battle of Britain Memorial.
  • Houses of Parliament - See the remains of Britain’s bomb damage during the war and discover where Churchill made many of his most crucial decisions in Parliament.
  • Women of World War II Memorial - Discover the important role that women played during Britain’s victory in World War 2.
  • Cenotaph - Get up close to the Cenotaph dedicated to Britain’s fallen heroes.
  • HM Treasury - See the Treasury building and the role Churchill played in his position as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
  • Saint Margaret’s Church on Parliament Square - See St Margaret’s Church where Winston Churchill married his beloved wife Clementine.
  • Ministry of Defence - See Britain’s Ministry of Defence
What's Included
  • Guided walking tour of Churchill and World War 2 in London
  • Local knowledgeable London tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Voted the greatest figure in British history, this walking tour explores the life of Winston Churchill and discovers the true extent of the damage and destruction of London during World War 2.

You’ll visit many of Churchill’s iconic landmarks including his home at Downing Street, the Ministry of Defence, and the Houses of Parliament where many of his most crucial decisions were made. Along the way, you’ll see the most famous Churchill statue in Parliament Square, St Margaret’s Church where he married his beloved Clementine in 1908, and Churchill’s favorite London pub.

You’ll hear stories of bravery and courage in the Battle of Britain, see remaining bomb damage at Westminster Hall, get up close to the Cenotaph memorial dedicated to our fallen heroes, and discover the crucial role that women played in victory at the Women of World War 2 memorial.

Finish your tour outside the Churchill War Rooms, the preserved underground bunker from which Churchill plotted Britain’s victory.

  • Due to crowds, uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.
Location
Embankment station
Embankment Place
The tour starts at Embankment Station (Embankment Pier Exit). This is the side located nearest the river. On arrival please look for your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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435cliffc
Jun 17, 2024
Interesting tour - Interesting tour and the knowledgeable guide went out of their way to keep the group entertained. Recommended for those interested in war history.
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Whiter0sec
Jun 17, 2024
Very interesting tour - The tour was brilliant I learned so much as the guide was one of the most knowledgeable guide I ever had and I have been on many a tour. I could not recommend enough. I will book more tours in the future and will look forward to it. Thankyou again👍😊
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