London: World War II History in London Private Guided Tour 7-hour: WWII Tour, Churchill War Rooms & Imperial War Museum

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ID: GYG428156-O-771383
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Country: United Kingdom

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

Discover what life was like in Britain during World War II, and choose from different tours to learn about Winston Churchill, visit the Churchill War Rooms, and see the Imperial War Museum.
Great Britain was a key player in World War II and the memory of these dark times is still alive in the capital. Unleash your interest in modern history on this original tour, visit important sites and museums related to WWII, and learn about the events and personalities that shaped the course of the war.

Choose the basic 2-hour option for a walking tour of WWII sites with an Expert-Guide. You can find many war monuments and memorials in London, such as the Royal Naval Division Memorial and the Royal Air Force Memorial, which commemorates the heroes who fought in the Battle of Britain You will also see the former War Office building, which served as a seat to the department of the British government responsible for the administration of the national army.

Walk past the Cenotaph and admire the beautiful exteriors of the Westminster Palace which was significantly damaged during the WWII bomb attacks. Throughout the tour you will hear a lot about Winston Churchill, who was the British Prime Minister during WWII. See his statue in front of the parliament building and learn about his war achievements. It is a crucial piece of modern history!

Choose the 4-hour tour to learn more about Winston Churchill’s life and career on a visit to the Churchill War Rooms. Thanks to skip-the-line tickets you can save time by skipping the queue to the ticket office. Explore the top-secret, underground centre where Churchill and the British government directed WWII. This is where some of the most important decisions were made, allowing Britain to achieve victory.

Choose the 7-hour option to also visit the Imperial War Museum. Enjoy live commentary from the History Expert Guide as you explore 6 floors of excellent exhibitions on important events and personalities of World War I and World War II. Hear authentic stories of the British war heroes, from pilots to nurses, and see historic aeroplanes, armoured vehicles, military uniforms, and more. The museum also houses the Holocaust Gallery, which showcases in detail the extent of the Nazi crimes against humanity and the world's response. It will be an intensive experience that will answer any of your questions regarding the history of war and modern warfare.

Highlights

  • Recreate the events of WWII in London with a History Expert-Guide
  • See top WWII history sites in the city
  • Learn about Winston Churchill, the Battle of London and more
  • Visit the Churchill War Rooms with skip-the-line tickets (only in 4 and 7-hour)
  • See the themed exhibits at the Imperial War Museum (only in 7-hour option)

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
Please note that the number of attractions included in the itinerary depends on the selected option. Churchill War Rooms and the Imperial War Museums are not included in the basic 2-hour option.
Meet your guide in front of the Guards Crimean War Memorial, Waterloo Pl, St. James's, London SW1Y 4BN, United Kingdom
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.