London’s Most Entertaining Free Walking Tour: Magic, History and Laughter in 2 Hours

London’s Most Entertaining Free Walking Tour: Magic, History and Laughter in 2 Hours

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Duration

2:00 hours

Andrew and Herbie

Hi, we're Andrew and Herbie. We're street performers who happen to know a suspicious amount about London. Andrew's a magician who's been doing close-up magic in Covent Garden for 20 years. Herbie's a wizard who's been there even longer (35 years, but who's counting). When we're not running tours, you'll find us busking and entertaining crowds. We started guiding because we realised something after decades of working live audiences: nobody remembers dry facts. They remember stories that made them laugh, gasp, or go "wait, that actually happened?" So that's what we do. Real history, told properly. Weird stories. Sharp jokes. And yes, a little magic woven in along the way. If you're looking for something different from the usual umbrella-following crowd shuffle, come walk with us. Over 1000 five-star reviews across platforms between us. Apparently we're doing something right. Your guide will be either Andrew or Herbie depending on the day. Same energy, same passion for London's strangest stories. Come see London the fun way.

Pickup

Outside the entrance to Apple Store, Covent Garden.

Description

Want a London tour that's actually fun?

This isn't your typical dry history walk. It's a lively two-hour journey through Westminster, packed with jaw-dropping stories, sharp wit and a touch of sleight of hand.

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⭐️”Literally leaves you astounded with magic and delight. The best thing you can do when you have a morning in London! Highly HIGHLY recommended!” - 5 Stars

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You'll explore London's most iconic landmarks, hear wild tales about kings, queens and curious characters, and see a few impossible things along the way.

This is a fast-paced, family-friendly experience that blends the best of live street performance with true London storytelling.

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Changing of the Guard

On select days (Mon, Wed, Fri), we time the tour to catch both the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Horse Guard. Watch the marching soldiers, hear the music, and witness one of London's most iconic ceremonies, right in the middle of our tour.

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Highlights and Stops

• Buckingham Palace
• Houses of Parliament
• Big Ben
• Westminster Abbey
• Trafalgar Square
• Horse Guards Parade
• St James's Palace
• Clarence House
• The Mall
• Hidden corners and surprising stories most tourists never hear

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What You'll Get

✅ A unique mix of comedy, history and live magic
✅ Entertaining stories about royalty, rebellion and ridiculous moments in London's past
✅ A family-friendly experience that keeps everyone laughing and learning
✅ Local insight from a Covent Garden performer who knows how to work a crowd

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⭐️ “The best 2 hours of walking and discovering facts even I didn't know as a Londoner. Such an informative, funny and entertaining way to discover the peoples' history of London.” – 5 Stars

⭐️ “A fantastic tour. Lots of information and interesting FUN facts. We enjoyed finding out new facts about the places we thought we knew well. And then the MAGIC tricks made a 5 star rating even better. ” – 5 Stars

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Tour Details

• Duration: 2 hours
• Distance: approx. 3 miles (5 km)
• Who it's for: All ages, families, couples, groups and solo travellers
• Check availability when booking

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👉 Don't just see London, experience it. Discover a city of laughter, magic and unforgettable stories.

Book now and let's make history fun again.

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