Thames: From Tower to Tate
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Trip Valid:8 Jun 2010 to 31 Dec 2011
Duration:4 hours
Pickup location:
Monument Tube Station, in front of the Monument itself.
Pickup time:10.00 AM
Drop-off location:
Tate Modern Art Gallery
Drop-off time:2.00 PM
Highlights:
Pop into Chaucer and Dickens' old drinking haunt, tuck into gourmet delights at Borough Market, visit the original site of the Globe and Rose Theatre, discover a ghoulish old operating theatre, hidden from 100 years
Trip Code:UKUE
Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:GBP 25.00
Style:Half day walking tour
"The St Lawrence is water, the Mississippi is muddy water, but the Thames is liquid history."
Discover the significance of John Burns' famous 1929 quote as you wander the river paths, cross the bridges and explore the historic back streets of the mighty river Thames.
Itinerary
We start in the heart of the old historical centre of the City of London, yards from where the Great Fire began. We will set the scene, as we travel across London Bridge to the South of the river. Historically an area of poverty, marshes, and depravity it has been regenerated into London’s most interesting districts.
Wandering the back streets of Bermondsey, we enter King’s College before discovering the oldest operating theatre in the world. Check out the gruesome amputation tools!
Discover the only remaining galleried pub in London, hidden in the back streets of Borough. It was here that characters like Chaucer & Dickens would have drunk and written about.
Explore the gourmet food suppliers of Borough Market, where you can taste oysters, wine, cheese, coffee and much much more…
Standing at the old entrance to the City of London, Southwark cathedral has hosted both princes & paupers. Taking to the backstreets we see the original site of the famous Globe Theatre, and the even older Rose Theatre.
With great views of St Pauls cathedral across the water, we can stop to hear about the “wobbly bridge” and why it was closed within a week of opening!
The tour finishes within an old power station, now regenerated into the Tate Modern art gallery. Stand in awe within the huge Turbine Hall and see how famous artists have created their largest works of art..
Please Note:
- The tour starts at 10am, so if you feel like climbing the 311 steps to the top of the Monument you can do this when it opens at 09:30am!
- Borough Market is only fully open on Thu,Fri,Sat. On other days the main stores are open, but there are less stallholders.
Inclusion
English speaking expert tour guide, entrance to Old Operating theatre.
Exclusion
On your Urban Adventure you could be jumping on a London bus or travelling like a local on the tube. Please remember to bring your OysterCard or a London TravelCard Zone 1-2 with you.
Voucher Exchange details
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking
Please contact the London Urban Adventures office on 0207 354 6169 to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Your trip
Please Note:
- The tour starts at 10am, so if you feel like climbing the 311 steps to the top of the Monument you can do this when it opens at 09:30am!
- Borough Market is only fully open on Thu,Fri,Sat. On other days the main stores are open, but there are less stallholders.
Dress Standard
A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is advisable. Obviously being London, wet weather gear is also useful.
Tipping
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip.
Child policy
Younger children may find these tours too tiring. We think they are suitable for children over the age of 11, but if in doubt, please contact us
Language
English- Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
- Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.
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