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Crime and Policing London Walking Tour

5.0 Excellent 108 reviews
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2h 15m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

See Scotland Yard and hear firsthand policing stories from an officer with uniform and detective experience. Examining historic police regalia is included; the walk is gentle but is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. 4.96 from 108 reviews at €95 per person for 2h 15m.

From the guide

Enjoy Police TV shows and Crime Dramas.
Come and hear all about real Cops & Villains.
The 'London Police and Crime Walking Tour', is the only tour of it's type in London.

My tour is an exclusive opportunity to hear about the history of the famous London Metropolitan Police.

See the famous 'Scotland Yard'.

Listen to first hand stories of crimes, villains and Police work from an officer with both Uniform and Detective service.

As an experienced Tour Guide you can be assured you are in knowledgable, capable and experienced hands.

Come along on the tour. You will not regret it.

Schedule & Availability

Runs Thu, Fri, Sat
Departures: 11:00, 14:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs Thu, Fri, Sat, departing at 11:00, 14:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Kit and Equipment. The opportunity to examine real historic items of Police regalia

What's Not Included

Gratuties. Feel free to tip the guide.

Itinerary

Bow Street Stop 1
We will see the famous Police station and Magistrates Court, the heart of where Policing was introduced, the home of the famous 'Bow Street Runners'.
10 min
Aldwych Area Stop 2
Visit the site of one of the saddest unsolved murders in London, and hear about international espionage and murder.
10 min
Charing Cross Stop 3
At Charing Cross hear tales of grisly murder and mayhem. See one of the busiest Police Station in Europe. Discover the famous 'Blue Lamp' of London.
10 min
Stop for a drink at the famous 'Sherlock Holmes Pub' Stop 4
The world renowned fictional detective. Created by the equally fascinating Arthur Conan Doyle. We then cross to Great Scotland Yard to see where Policing was invented.
20 min
Trafalgar Square Stop 5
Where national celebrations, demonstrations and riots have occurred under the watchful eye of the worlds smallest Police Station.
10 min
Whitehall Stop 6
We will see the heart of government at Downing Street. Discover the role of women in Policing, and the Police in wartime London.
10 min
See where London Police was created Stop 7
The first Police HQ
10 min
See the Iconic Revolving Sign, famed throughout the world Stop 8
10 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Outside the Underground Station main exit in James Street.

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End point

We finish our tour at New Scotland Yard. A short distance from Westminster Underground Station. A main transport hub, for the Tube, Buses and Riverboats. Also near many pubs, bars and restaurants.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a walking tour, at a gentle pace. Comfortable footwear is recommended. Refreshment and toilet stops will be available if required.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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