London

Big Ben, Bold Adventures: Discover the History and Royalty of London 

London is where classic meets contemporary, where Shakespeare and the Crown coexist with street art and modern design. It’s the perfect destination for student groups eager to explore global history, literature, politics and the arts. From the Changing of the Guard to the West End stage, every moment in London is a chance to learn and be inspired. 

Walk in the footsteps of monarchs at Buckingham Palace, hear the chimes of Big Ben and explore the Tower of London, home of the Crown Jewels and tales of intrigue. Tour Westminster Abbey, where kings and queens are crowned, then step into Parliament to see British democracy in action. Literature lovers can visit Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre for a live performance in a faithful reconstruction of the original or explore the world of Harry Potter with a behind-the-scenes tour at Warner Bros. Studio just outside the city. Take in panoramic city views from the London Eye, dive into science and design at the Natural History Museum or finish the day with a West End musical.

Sample Itineraries

Day 1

  • Breakfast and meet your tour director 
  • Visit Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens 
  • Visit Buckingham Palace 
  • Visit Westminster Abbey 
  • Dinner and shopping in Covent Garden 

Day 2

  • Breakfast at hotel 
  • Visit Tate Modern 
  • Ride the London Eye for panoramic views of the city 
  • Dinner at Rainforest Café or group-friendly West End restaurant 
  • Evening performance in the West End (group tickets for Wicked, Matilda, Les Misérables, etc.) 

Day 3

  • Breakfast at hotel 
  • Visit the British Museum 
  • Explore St. Paul’s Cathedral 
  • Visit the Tower of London 
  • Dinner and free time for shopping

More to Explore

Attractions/Theme Parks 
  • Tower of London – See the Crown Jewels and meet the iconic “Beefeaters” 
  • Tower Bridge Experience – Walk the glass floor above the Thames 
  • Thames River Cruise – A scenic way to see major landmarks 
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter – Just outside London, a must for Potter fans 
  • Madame Tussauds London – Lifelike wax figures of global icons 
  • The Globe Theatre – Experience a Shakespeare workshop 
Museums and Historical Sites 
  • Natural History Museum – Dinosaurs, geology and interactive exhibits 
  • Museum of London – From Roman times to modern London 
  • The National Gallery or Science Museum – Dive into deeper into London arts 
  • Imperial War Museum – WWII history and wartime artifacts 
  • Churchill War Rooms – Step inside the underground HQ of WWII strategy 
  • Royal Observatory – Maritime history and the Prime Meridian 
  • Add on: a Shakespeare workshop, a British Parliament tour, or day trip to Oxford, Windsor, or Stratford-upon-Avon to give your students a deeper dive into literature 
Group Dining 
  • Rainforest Café (Piccadilly) – Themed fun for younger travelers 
  • The Hard Rock Café (Mayfair) – Classic group option with musical flair 
  • Borough Market or Camden Market – A fun, cultural food experience 
  • Rules at Covent Garden – London’s oldest restaurant (est. 1798), serving classic British fare like pies, roasts and sticky toffee pudding 
  • Simpson’s in the Strand – Historic, wood-paneled dining hall known for tableside carving of roast meats and a quintessentially British atmosphere. 
  • The Admiralty – A spacious, nautical-themed pub serving classic British dishes 
  • Mercato Metropolitano – Massive food market with communal seating, live music and global street food 
  • Borough Market – Iconic open-air market with everything from gourmet cheese and charcuterie to Ethiopian stews and Indian curries 
  • Seven Dials Market –Trendy indoor food hall with diverse vendors 
  • Pergola Paddington – Open-air rooftop dining with multiple food options
Shopping
  • Oxford Street – Big-name shops and department stores 
  • Camden Market – Eclectic shopping and youth fashion 
  • Harrods – Luxury shopping and food halls for a royal splurge 
  • Selfridges – A trendsetting department store known for cutting-edge fashion, high-end brands and innovative window displays 
  • Hamleys Toy Store – One of the world’s oldest and largest toy shops 
  • Westfield London – Two massive malls featuring everything from high-street staples to designer labels, plus restaurants and entertainment 
  • King’s Road –Trendy and upscale boutiques, homeware shops and fashionable local designers in a stylish, laid-back setting 
  • Regent Street – Elegant shopping boulevard lined with flagship stores 
  • Carnaby Street – Boutique-lined pedestrian street with indie brands and vintage shops 
  • Portobello Road Market – Famous for antiques, vintage clothes, art and unique treasures in a colorful neighborhood setting 
  • Spitalfields Market – Stylish indoor/outdoor market 

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