World War II History in London Private Guided Tour

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Discover what life was like in Britain during World War II, learn about Winston Churchill and other key war figures, see sites that were bombed in the Battle of London and more!

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Highlights

  • Recreate the events of WWII in London with a History Expert-Guide
  • See top WWII history sites in the city
  • Learn about Winston Churchill, the Battle of London and more
  • Visit the Churchill War Rooms with skip-the-line tickets (only in 4 and 7-hour)
  • See the themed exhibits at the Imperial War Museum (only in 7-hour option)

Description

Great Britain was a key player in World War II and the memory of these dark times is still alive in the capital. Unleash your interest in modern history on this original tour, visit important sites and museums related to WWII, and learn about the events and personalities that shaped the course of the war. Book a 2-hour walking tour of WWII sites with an Expert-Guide. You can find many war monuments and memorials in London, such as the Royal Naval Division Memorial and the Royal Air Force Memorial, which commemorates the heroes who fought in the Battle of Britain You will also see the former War Office building, which served as a seat to the department of the British government responsible for the administration of the national army. Walk past the Cenotaph and admire the beautiful exteriors of the Westminster Palace which was significantly damaged during the WWII bomb attacks. Throughout the tour you will hear a lot about Winston Churchill, who was the British Prime Minister during WWII. See his statue in front of the parliament building and learn about his war achievements. It is a crucial piece of modern history! Book a 4-hour tour to learn more about Winston Churchill’s life and career on a visit to the Churchill War Rooms. Thanks to skip-the-line tickets you can save time by skipping the queue to the ticket office. Explore the top-secret, underground centre where Churchill and the British government directed WWII. This is where some of the most important decisions were made, allowing Britain to achieve victory. Choose the 7-hour option to start your WWII walking tour with a visit the Imperial War Museum (IWM), then visit the Churchill War Rooms and see London's war memorials. Enjoy live commentary from the History Expert Guide as you explore 6 floors the IWM with excellent exhibitions on important events and personalities of World War I and World War II. Hear authentic stories of the British war heroes, from pilots to nurses, and see historic aeroplanes, armoured vehicles, military uniforms, and more. The museum also houses the Holocaust Gallery, which showcases in detail the extent of the Nazi crimes against humanity and the world's response. It will be an intensive experience that will answer any of your questions regarding the history of war and modern warfare.

Includes

Private Walking Tour of London WWII Sites and Museums (number of attractions depends on the selected option) 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language Lots of information about Britain in World War II Skip-the-line tickets to the Churchill War Rooms (only in 4 and 7-hour options) Free admission to the Imperial War Museum (only in 7-hour option)

Important Information

  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information. Please note that the number of attractions included in the itinerary depends on the selected option. Churchill War Rooms and the Imperial War Museums are not included in a 2-hour tour. 4- and 7-hour tours: due to museum regulations, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-10 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. Skip-the-line tickets to Churchill War Rooms are reserved for a specific time slot, so it's important to arrive at the meeting point on time. You will save time by skipping the line at the ticket office, Free admission to Imperial War Museums includes the permanent exhibition only.

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