Guide profile:
I am a fully qualified London Blue Badge Tour Guide. Come with me and explore the best London has to offer. From world class museums and galleries to famous sites such as Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London, I will ensure you get the most out of your visit.
I can show you London’s hidden treasures such as atmospheric alleys, hidden gardens, unique shops and the quirky details that make a tour memorable as you discover London’s past, present and future.
I was awarded "Best Over-all Site Guide 2005" and in May 2011 I was awarded a Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor based on the 5 star reviews of my clients.
With 20 years experience working in Asset Management in the City, I am now using those presentation and analytical skills to the much more interesting world of guiding.
I have travelled to many countries, as well as exploring the British Isles, so I appreciate how valuable a tourist's time is and what makes a trip memorable.
From students to VIPs, individuals to groups, contact me to check my availability and to arrange your memorable visit.
Recent reviews of this tour guide:
Pegram J.
Gavin toured our family of four to Westminster then some shops, the falling out of the guard, and on to the British Museum. He is a wealth of knowledge from what's where in the museum, to where to stand to see the guards parade best to any fact you might want to know -- and I ask lots of questions. He has a delightful personality, took us to a good lunch restaurant and was great with recommendations for weekend activities (Greenwich) and for dinner restaurants (and how to find them !)
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Tour guide services/sample itinerary:
My fees are £165 for up to 4 hours and £275 for up to 8 hours. This covers your whole group.
With 2000 years of history, London is now a vibrant, cosmopolitan city. Please contact me to discuss how I can help you get the most out of your visit to London. From the famous tourist places to hidden corners, you will discover more with an enthusiastic, knowledgeable professional guide.
Highlight and in-depth tours of Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, Tate Britain, Tate Modern, British Museum, National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, V&A etc.
Fascinating walking tours of the City, Chelsea, Kensington, Hampstead, Southwark, Covent Garden, Soho, Docklands, Westmister, St James's, Spitalfields plus thematic tours such as Literary London, Legal London, Da Vinci Code, architectural tours etc.
Out of London, I can show you the best of Windsor, Hampton Court and Oxford by train from London. I can also recommend a vehicle and driver to take us to places such as Stratford upon Avon, Cotswolds, Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath, Winchester, Canterbury etc. You would need to budget an extra £300-£350 for the car and driver.
Transportation by tour guide:
We will travel like Londoners using the famous red buses, tube or black taxis, but mainly on foot - the best way to experience London.
If you want to travel by car, you will need to arrange this separately - I can recommend companies that provide this service.
Private sightseeing & group tours offered by this guide:
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London theatre tour
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165.00
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London Pirates and Docks
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165.00
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ART GALLERIES OF LONDON
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165.00
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ROYAL WEDDING TOUR
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275.00
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BRITISH MUSEUM
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165.00
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TOWER OF LONDON
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165.00
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London Walking Tours
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165.00
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Tour guide interests:
Meeting people from around the world, history, architecture, art, music and exploring the beautiful English countryside.
Reviews of this tour – by clients who booked!
Pegram J.
24 May 2011
Gavin toured our family of four to Westminster then some shops, the falling out of the guard, and on to the British Museum. He is a wealth of knowledge from what's where in the museum, to where to stand to see the guards parade best to any fact you might want to know -- and I ask lots of questions. He has a delightful personality, took us to a good lunch restaurant and was great with recommendations for weekend activities (Greenwich) and for dinner restaurants (and how to find them !)
Lelandq P.
25 Jul 2009
5++ rating. We really enjoyed our sightseeing tour with Gavin and will pass his name along to others for sure.
-- Leland
John H.
17 Jun 2009
My family and I had very enjoyable 2-day tour around London with Gavin. He did a great job of adapting to our desires and opportunities as they presented themselves. He is very knowledgeable!
David C.
09 Jul 2008
Certainly gets the full OurExplorer endorsement of quality. On a wet London day I had a superb tour by Gavin. Deep insight and knownledge with a passion and excitment that is inspiring. A must book tour guide for a London walking tour!
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31 May 2011
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