Somerset House Attractions & Things to do

See the sights of London aboard an open-top, double-decker Big Bus as you admire 360-degree views of top attractions and listen to captivating commentary. Use your 24 hour or 48 hour tickets on three different routes with audio narration, and hop on or off at any of the stops around town. A one-way River Thames cruise between the Tower of London and Westminster Pier (in either direction) is included with all tickets.
Duration: 70 to 210 minutes.

Discover London aboard an open-top, double-decker Big Bus on this hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and enjoy a trip on the London Eye as part of your ticket. With your 24 hour ticket, design a personal itinerary with dozens of possible stops, including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and many more. Enjoy unobstructed views and on-board commentary as you view the city’s highlights and hop off to enjoy the best panoramic views of London's skyline on the London Eye. Make the most of your day with a free River Thames cruise.

Highlights
See more of London in less time with this two-in-one package
24 or 48 hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel
Experience the best panoramic view of the city on-board the London Eye
One-way River Thames cruise from the Tower of London to Westminster included with each ticket option
Duration: 150 to 210 minutes.

The game is afoot....

For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect small group tour to take you deep into the Victorian world of the great Detective and his loyal friend Dr J Watson. This tour focuses on the original stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle from the 1880's - 1925. Your guide is a true 'Sherlockian' and previously worked at the Sherlock Holmes Museum in Baker Street, so you are in very safe hands!

Highlights Include:
• The places where Conan Doyle lived and wrote 'The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes'
• See where Sherlock and Watson first met 
• Buildings, Landmarks, and Streets featured in the stories
• Dr Watson's Home and Surgery after he married
• The Langham Hotel - The meeting that took place here bought Sherlock to the world!
• 221b Baker Street and Optional Visit to The Sherlock Holmes Museum
• Other iconic London locations included on the tour St Paul's, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben.

Your guide has 100% Five Star Rating on Trip Advisor.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Watch London become a real fairy tale. Enjoy the Christmas lights in Mayfair. Fly with the angels in Regent Street. Take pictures in a secret market and visit the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square. Your private guide is happy to provide you with extra tips for the rest of your London holiday.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Soar over and sail down the Thames to enjoy breath taking views of London with this joint ticket for IFS Cloud Cable Car and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. 

Your pass includes 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, valid on the day of booked travel within all zones West - Central and East (from Putney to Barking Riverside).

Enjoy a bird's eye perspective of the capital with this 360 Degree tour on IFS Cloud Cable Car , including an entry to London Cable Car Experience.

Nearest Pier for IFS Cloud Cable Car: North Greenwich
Duration: 1 to 16 hours.

Explore London's biggest sights in 24-48 hours or 72 hours with the London Discovery Tour from Tootbus.
Embark on a tour aboard an eco-friendly open-top bus and enjoy stunning views of iconic capital landmarks such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, St. James's Palace and other symbols of London.
Hop off at the stop of your choice to explore each site in more depth. Visit the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace or climb the dome of St Paul's Cathedral.
Audio commentary will guide you throughout the tour and give you directions to move easily from one site to another. If you are traveling with children, take advantage of the commentary specially designed for children.
Download the Tootbus app to get around easily, find stops, follow buses in real time.

Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Discover all of London's top attractions and landmarks on the Must See London tour. With the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the stops, you can explore each destination in more depth. The open-top deck offers the best views of the city, allowing you to plan your itinerary with ease. You'll see iconic landmarks such as Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and St Paul's Cathedral, among others.

Complete your London experience with a Thames river cruise that takes you from Westminster to Tower Pier. Whether you choose a 1, 2, or 3-day pass, you'll have the time to explore the famous sights, take a relaxing walk in one of London's parks, and visit charming neighborhoods like Notting Hill, Shoreditch, and Brick Lane. Your pass is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the first validation, allowing you to hop on and off the bus as many times as you want during that period.
Duration: 90 to 180 minutes.

Spend the morning hot on the heels of Sherlock Holmes in London, learning about the popular Victorian detective while seeing countless filming locations and literary haunts. The 2-hour tour is led by a film-expert guide, who’ll introduce you to sites like Somerset House, the fictional Diogenes Club and more, used in adaptations like Guy Ritchie’s 2009 film ‘Sherlock Holmes,’ as well as the 1979 thriller ‘Murder by Decree.’ So, book now! As the man himself would say: ‘It’s elementary, my dear Watson.’
Duration: 2 hours.

Discover London aboard an open-top, double-decker Big Bus on this hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and enjoy a spin on the London Eye with your skip-the-line ticket. With your 24 or 48 hour ticket, design a personal itinerary with dozens of possible stops, including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and many more. Enjoy unobstructed views and on-board commentary as you view the city’s highlights and hop off to admire the best panoramic views of London's skyline on top of the world's highest observation wheel, the London Eye. Make the most of the rest of your day with a free walking tour and a River Thames cruise.

Highlights
See more of London in less time with this two-in-one package
Pick between 24- or 48- hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus
Skip-the-line and experience the best panoramic view of the city on the London Eye
River Thames cruise included with each ticket option
Duration: 2 hours.

This walking tour takes you on a journey through London's iconic landmarks, with a touch of royalty and Harry Potter magic. Visit Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Starting from Trafalgar Square, where you can see Nelson's Column and the National Gallery, the tour will take you to Westminster Abbey, where many royals have been married and crowned. Finally, explore the magical world of Harry Potter and the locations that inspired the movies, with a stop at Diagon Alley, Downing Street and many more. Along the way your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating historical facts and insider stories.

→ Explore the streets of London and hear its stories alongside a local guide

→ Learn about the British the Royal Family as you stroll pass Buckingham Palace

→ Walk down the iconic Pall Mall and visit Trafalgar Square

→ Visit Covent Garden and other iconic location from the Harry Potter movies

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Follow in the footsteps of 007 James Bond on a private walking tour through London. Visit some of the actual locations where James Bond, the world’s most famous spy, was filmed over the years whilst taking in some of the biggest sights of London at the same time.
Duration: 3 hours.

This Fictional and Film Spy tour of London is 00-heaven. Whilst visiting locations across central London, you will discover how these places have been used in some of the most famous Spy books, films, and TV shows

Starting at Somerset House, this tour shows you some of the best bits of Bond, the books of Ian Fleming, and John LeCarrie, and explains how real-life events inspired some of the greatest fictional British spies of all time. During the journey across London, you will discover some of the behind-the-scenes secrets of the filming, what it takes to be a real-life spy, and some of the inspiration for some of the most famous spy stories around.

Finishing opposite Mi6 headquarters in London, your guide will reveal the secrets of how a very famous film series managed to convince the UK government to let their movies include the actual Mi6 building, and how the building was shockingly damaged and then destroyed without ever really being touched!

Duration: 3 hours.

A Private Tour dedicated to Jane Austen's places in London.
London can be defined as an "imagined" city.
Many times and in different eras it has been the scene of stories and novels by great authors.
Our Jane is no exception, living London in all its splendor and setting various scenes from her novels there.
You will discover a part of Jane unknown to the most,
Duration: 4 hours.

London without espionage is like tea without cake. Deceit woven in political conspiracies, thrilling car chases, gadget workshops spewing crazy innovations and double agents with looks to kill. So if you're a die-hard fan of Ian Fleming, this tour's “For Your Eyes Only”.
Ride the mean streets of London and be part of a glorious 55-year legacy of spy thrillers. Relive your favourite spy flicks and their lead characters with an accredited London Private Driver Guide who's a pro at the 007 theme.
Your mission ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’, should you choose to accept, is to step into the shoes of Connery, Lazenby, Moore, Dalton, Brosnan and Craig with your very own Special Agent. Snoop in on many mystery locations with fact-filled commentary and stand-up presentations. Prowl around the real-life world of secret service on Westminster, Whitehall, Downing St, National Gallery. Get closer to the fictional legend that is James Bond. Play out your fantasy because “You Only Live Once”..
Duration: 4 hours.

London is not just the capital of the world but it's also the capital of the Bond Movie series such as The World is Not Enough, Goldeneye, Skyfall, Spectre. Throughout our Bond tour, your professional tour guide will reveal the secret paths, government buildings, bunkers, London's iconic Bond venues. You will admire a guided walking tour in all the major Bond locations in this Bond-themed tour. Immerse yourself in the longest series in the history of the film industry and get closer to Mr Bond. Along the way, your guide will illustrate some fascinating landmarks in London and their past in particular around Whitehall in Westminster, a neighbourhood that created a nation and is at the heart of British spy literature. Marvel at "Bond in Motion" with an amazing show featuring the biggest official collection of original James Bond cars, props and artefacts. This tour is a dedication to Ian Fleming's creativity and the most famous fictional spy ever, that's Double-O-Seven, Bond, James Bond!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Our London classic tour takes in all the essential sites of London plus some extras, all in the comfort of a traditional London black taxi cab, complete with a panoramic roof for better touring experience. With access to most bus lanes, taxi ranks and our ability to stop, turn and park in places forbidden for other road users, means that we have unprecedented access to the streets of London. We run tours in English and 6 other languages, curated and produced by us, combining over 30 years experience in the touring business. Other languages are available on request. Every London cabbie has passed the fiendishly difficult "knowledge" of London. This involves knowing every street within a 10 kilometre radius of central London, plus over 20,000 points of interest. You can be assured therefore that you are in safe and capable hands for great tour of London.
Duration: 4 hours.

The game is afoot....

For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect tour to take you deep into the Victorian world of the great Detective and his loyal friend Dr J Watson. This tour focuses on the original stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle from the 1880's - 1925. Your guide is a true 'Sherlockian' and previously worked at the Sherlock Holmes Museum in Baker Street, so you are in very safe hands!

Highlights Include:
• The places where Conan Doyle lived and wrote 'The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes'
• See where Sherlock and Watson first met 
• Builidings, Landmarks, and Streets featured in the stories
• Dr Watson's Home and Surgery after he married
• The Langham Hotel - The meeting that took place here bought Sherlock to the world!
• 221b Baker Street and Optional Visit to The Sherlock Holmes Museum
• Other iconic London locations included on the tour St Paul's, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Private Tour – just you with your fun and informative guide.

The Art in London Tour is unique in London. Your guide is himself a professional London artist, who possesses an outstanding knowledge of fine art and art history. Three of the best art galleries in London are on the tour including the world-famous National Gallery, the Courtauld Insititute of Art and the amazing Wallace Collection. In addition, this tour is all inclusive - all admission fees, transport by cab and a lovely High Tea at Wallace House, are all included.
Duration: 6 hours.

For almost sixty years, James Bond films have been at the top of box office charts, making this one of the most successful movie franchises ever. Fans worldwide have been thrilled by the storylines, the action, the glamour and the cars – as well as the iconic locations, many of which are right here in London.

This self-guided audio tour starts in Piccadilly, and then navigates the elegant streets of St James's where you'll find some of London's most exclusive private members clubs and ends up in the vibrant Covent Garden area. Along the way, you'll hear fun facts and trivia about the making of the films and gossip about the various actors who've made this iconic role their own.

This is a great tour for James Bond enthusiasts, but equally enjoyable for those who simply want to soak up the unique atmosphere that this great city has to offer. This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback.
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

If you like humorous history, quirky facts and hidden surprises, this self-guided walk right in the centre of London is for you.

Having lived in London all my life, I decided to uncover its wacky history. I'm also an avid traveller and understand the importance of experiencing a city with a local guide. But more importantly, I love sharing this city's amazing history!

On this tour, you’ll learn about the secret behind the flow of the River Thames, the origins of the name “Covent Garden”, and the story of a drink most wouldn't associate with Britain. You'll also discover how the Americans stole coffee from the British, see the only street in London that confuses taxi drivers and learn about London's most notorious 18th-century brothel and the now-extinct police force that shut it down.

Whether you’re visiting London for the first time or are a local curious about the city's alternative tales, this tour is a valuable introduction to the city's alternative history.
Duration: 60 to 90 minutes.

Take the lead in a tour of London's historical cultural influences through time with the helping hand of me, blogger Shaun Nolan!

"Light the Lights" takes you on a self-guided audio tour from the Embankment, up Charing Cross Road, into Covent Garden, along the Strand and back to Leicester Square. As you walk, I'll tell you everything you need to know about the history of the beautiful buildings you see and the amazing people who have walked the same pavements as you.

London has forever been shaped by the culture that has influenced it. Famous creatives like Charles Dickens and Henry Irving have spent a lot of their lives in the city, being influenced by the environment and atmosphere. And it's not just a writer's playground - modern designers, intelligent innovators and important names have also helped to shape the city.
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Discover the British capital by day and by night and enjoy unbeatable views of London’s top attractions and landmarks with the London Discovery + London by Night bus tour.

Start your day by hopping on at any of our bus stops. With over 40 stops dotted around 3 routes, you are sure to find a convenient stop close to where you are staying. Once on board, our sightseeing tours will take you around Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, the British Museum, Kensington Palace… to name just a few! Get your cameras at the ready, the views from the top deck are breathtaking.

Once the evening comes, meet us at our Coventry Street bus stop and hop on the London by Night tour. During this 90-minute bus tour, you will fall more in love with London as the most iconic landmarks put on their glittering outfits.

This is the perfect start to your night in London!
Duration: 90 to 180 minutes.

We specialise in providing tours that are not only informative, but genuinely enjoyable and engaging too. Our guides don’t bore you with huge lists of dates and historical facts. They share their historical knowledge in a way that is fun and interesting to all our visitors.
In the first hour of this tour you will visit the Tower of London and learn about the bloody activities of the infamous Henry VIII. Our expert guide will separate myths from facts and take you on a splendid journey across centuries.
The second hour will focus on fiction and the arts! Discover Shakespeare’s Globe, learn about the filming of Harry Potter and the city's spectacular architecture.
Then you will break for lunch for 30- minutes to 1 hour. This time is not deducted from your tour time.
The last two hours will cover key central landmarks steeped in history. Including: St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, Churchill War Rooms, 10 Downing Street and Buckingham Palace.

Duration: 4 hours.

London is not just the capital of the world but it's also the capital of the Bond Movie series such as The World is Not Enough, Goldeneye, Skyfall, Spectre. Throughout our Bond tour, your professional tour guide will reveal the secret paths, government buildings, bunkers, London's iconic Bond venues. You will admire a guided walking tour in all the major Bond locations in this Bond-themed tour. Immerse yourself in the longest series in the history of the film industry and get closer to Mr Bond. Along the way, your guide will illustrate some fascinating landmarks in London and their past in particular around Whitehall in Westminster, a neighbourhood that created a nation and is at the heart of British spy literature. Marvel at "Bond in Motion" with an amazing show featuring the biggest official collection of original James Bond cars, props and artefacts. This tour is a dedication to Ian Fleming's creativity and the most famous fictional spy ever, that's Double-O-Seven, Bond, James Bond!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Winter Wonderland English Course in London is a great idea to spend very precious warm moments in the world’s capital. Now you have a great reason to study English in London in the winter. Visit the city without crowds after Christmas. Furthermore, it’s a great time to take part in the traditional Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace.

Discover London during the holidays, as Christmas markets and Christmas trees pop throughout the city, and the lights and decorations of the capital shine brilliantly. In winter in London, we have designed exclusive winter packages for your great joy and happiness. In addition to this, from Halloween to Easter, everybody in London has a joy of life. Our Winter Wonderland English Course in London brings you all goodness and happiness of London in the winter.

Our London Standard Course is for groups and people who want to increase their educational skills by studying English in London’s exciting cosmopolitan atmosphere. Join us!
Duration: 8 days.

Designed and delivered by an award-winning novelist with a PhD in Creative Writing, these tours use London's rich literary history as a prompt for a series of writing exercises, designed to suit all levels of expertise, from novice to novelist. The workshop combines literary history and anecdotes of the city with readings from major English writers, but it is not a passive experience: you will respond to the environment in creative ways, in an atmosphere of kindness and inclusivity. These intimate and unique workshop seek to inspire and invigorate.

Duration: 2 hours.

Packed with challenges, quizzes and fantastic facts, this is a unique, self-guided tour especially designed to keep kids 8-15 excited and the whole family having fun as you discover Westminster, home of English royalty and centre of empire for a thousand years.

Our tour starts at Somerset House (easily reached by tube, bus or taxi) and leads you on a discovery tour of the iconic sites and hidden jewels of Westminster, revealing the history and secrets of this most impressive part of London. Follow the interactive map to carefully selected locations and have fun as a family with activities and stories that bring each site and its history to life.

You simply download our app, sign up, and your tour will be waiting for you with full instructions!

Do the tour at your own pace, take a break if you want, and you can even come back another day to complete it. The perfect way to keep kids interested and parents happy as you explore and learn about this amazing part of London!


Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

London is the capital of fine arts, music, theatre, films and all performances and therefore this course is perfect for anyone interested in the arts and media studies and is the greatest venue for all movie sets of all times. The city that Beatles gave their jubilee concert in the city for the longest-running plays like Broadway, the city having disused tube stations for filming Hollywood movies. It’s the city of James Bond as well as Harry Potter. The inspiring city of films of all times. Our theatre, film and TV week will tell you all this and more while improving your English. Here in this program, you can see and explore the inspiration for the Music, theatre and movie facts in the British entertainment industry. As you go with the program you will explore the music, theatre and film locations. It is a perfect combination of music, theatre and movie related activities in London.
Duration: 8 days.

Track down the history of secret agents, from the real to the fictional, on this self-guided audio tour of London. Take an immersive stroll, experience GPS playback, and learn all about the dangerous and debonair world of espionage. Hear from Where Now Tours, who, with a combination of historical facts, dramatic re-enactments, and tantalising trivia to impress your friends, will guide you around Westminster.

This spy-themed London tour will take you around the city. Along the way, you’ll hear all about the writer John Le Carré’s ‘George Smiley’, Robert Ludlum’s ‘Jason Bourne’ and, of course, the most famous fictional super-spy ever, James Bond. Every corner has a story to tell, from covert operations to espionage moments, and you’ll hear them all – going as far back as the 1500s with Queen Elizabeth I’s original spymaster.

There’s an exciting story about secret agents' daring exploits on every corner. So grab your fedora and radio transmitter, but watch your back for double agents.
Duration: 90 to 105 minutes.

Discover London at your own pace with the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour. Travel aboard a classic open-top double-decker bus and explore the city’s iconic landmarks. Choose between 24- or 48-hour ticket options to suit your schedule. Visit famous sights such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey while enjoying unobstructed views and live commentary. Enhance your experience with an optional Thames River cruise or a night tour to see the city from a different perspective. This flexible tour allows you to:

Explore at your own pace with unlimited hop-on hop-off access
Customize your journey with multiple ticket durations and routes
Enjoy additional experiences like a river cruise or evening city tour
See top attractions including St. Paul’s Cathedral and Hyde Park

Perfect for travelers looking for a convenient and flexible way to discover London’s highlights, this tour is a must for anyone visiting the city.
Duration: 150 to 215 minutes.