--- title: Private Family Bike Tour of London, fun for all ages! lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 253 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 47 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 5 of 15 (Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/private-family-bike-tour-of-london-fun-for-all-ages/ --- # Private Family Bike Tour of London, fun for all ages! **Guidekin's take:** Cycle through Royal London and Westminster at a pace tailored to your family on a private tour for your party. Bicycles, optional helmets, graffiti-zone spray paint and luggage storage are included; food and drinks are extra. 5 from 47 reviews at €253 per person for 3h 30m. ## Overview Blow out the cobwebs and get active on an unforgettable cycling adventure that will be the highlight of your London vacation. Your very own Tally Ho guide will tailor the pace and content to suit you, keep everyone entertained, and ensure you get the best family photos of your trip! The Private Family Bike Tour of London is a bucket-list-ticking ride around Royal London and Westminster. Designed around a safe and easy-going cycling route, this bike tour offers a half-day introduction to London’s top iconic locations, Royal Palaces, and hidden gems. You'll get an experience of London's history and modern culture. The tour combines just the right amount of fun facts, quirky stories, and local insight. Riding a classic British bike is the perfect way to explore London, and you'll also get the chance to stop for refreshments at either a quaint pub or market. And you'll also try graffiti in a legal street art area. We supply spray paint! ​​​​​​​ ## Before you book - Meeting point: • Bike tours meet at Tally Ho @ 189… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 4 start times: between 09:30 and 14:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €42: ages 4 to 12 ## Key facts - Price: from €253 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 47 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Tally Ho Experiences - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Helmet or tweed cap (optional) - Spray paint at the graffiti zone - Hand built British bicycle - Local English speaking guide - Luggage storage ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Tally Ho** (15m) - Your tour will meet at 189 Hercules Road (SE17LD). Tally Ho guides will then bring you over to the bicycle storage location to get kitted up with a bike and helmet or tweed flat cap (optional). Secure bag storage is available. 2. **Archbishop's Parki** (10m) - Your ride starts with a loop of Archbishop's Park to get comfortable with your bike and to make any adjustments. The park is a popular spot for Lambeth residents and hosts a Zipwire in the summer months. 3. **Lambeth Palace** (5m) - is home to the Archbishop of Canterbury and located on the south side of the River Thames, across from the Houses of Parliament. 4. **You'll stop on the south side of the River Thames to see one of the best view...** (10m) - You'll stop on the south side of the River Thames to see one of the best views of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. 5. **Smith Square Hall** (10m) - Explore the quaint backstreets of Westminster, home to politicians, air raid shelters, and Lawrence of Arabia. 6. **Dean's Yard** (5m) - Pass through the ancient grounds of one of London's 'public schools' and find out what Winnie-the-Pooh and Shane Macgowan have in common. 7. **Westminster Abbey** (5m) - Stand in front of Westminster Abbey, home of Coronations and Royal Weddings. *Note; Westminster Abbey is a paid attraction and we do not have time to enter it on this ride. 8. **St. James's Park** (15m) - You will be cycling around the park and you will be back at the Beckham Palace to see the changing of the guard 9. **Old Admiralty Building** (15m) - Stand in the middle of Horseguards Parade where military parades take place each year and see the Downing Street garden and impressive Old Admiralty Building. You may also catch part of the Horseguards changeover. 10. **Green Park** (10m) - You will have a relaxing moment and hear the history of the BUCKINGHAM PALACE 11. **Admiralty Arch** (5m) - Ride under this pretty arch that marks the boundary of 'Royal London', and find the secret stone nose located underneath. 12. **Trafalgar Square** (10m) - is the home of many iconic monuments, including Nelsons Column and the National Gallery. It's also the technical centre of London. 13. **Stop for a pint of local beer (optional) at the Lamb & Flag pub in Covent Garden** (20m; admission included) - Once know as the 'bucket of blood' due to its connect with bare-knuckle boxing, the pub is older than the USA and a favourite with locals. The pub offer a selection of seasonal craft beers and soft drinks which can be purchased direct. Alternatively, if you'd rather take a... 14. **Buckingham Palace** (15m) - Ride up the Mall to Buckingham Palace home of the Queen. Hear tales of Royal history and gossip from your guide. And catch the best parts of the Changing of the Guard (on certain dates). *please note we do not go inside the Palace as its a paid attraction and there isn't time... 15. **Covent Garden** (10m) - Visit London's only Italian style piazza, Covent Garden Market, bustling with shops and restaurants. 16. **Cleopatra's Needle** (10m) - Stop by an ancient Egyptian obelisk on the River Thames to also discover the story of London's amazing Victorian sewage system. 17. **London Eye** (5m) - Ride past London's iconic ferris wheel, the London Eye. You'll stop briefly at the best place for a photo. *please note we do not go on the London Eye as its a paid attraction and there isn't time 18. **Westminster Bridge** (5m) - Cross the River Thames using a bike lane over Westminster Bridge. You'll cycle right underneath Big Ben! 19. **Banksy Tunnel** (15m) - Visit the Graffiti Tunnel under Waterloo Station, made famous by Banksy, and see street artists painting amazing murals. This is the only 'legal' graffiti zone in the area. And you'll also get to try graffiti yourself as spray paint is provided in the tour. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point • Bike tours meet at Tally Ho @ 189 Hercules Road, London, SE17LD. • The tour ends back at the same location. • The closest underground station is Lambeth North (on the Bakerloo Line). This is a 3 minute walk from our location. • We have secure storage for luggage. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJJfB9B78EdkgRt6NXtRfvwoc ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We have a comfy baby/child seat for kids that are 9 months to 5 years old. - We have very stable 'tag-along' bike attachments for kids that are between the ages of 5 and 10 years old. - Maximum rider weight is 120kg / 264lbs - We have helmets for all sized heads. Helmets are not a legal requirement in the UK and entirely your choice. - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - You can reach us by Whatsapp. Booking asks for: heights ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €506 | €253 | | 4 | €588 | €147 | | 6 | €672 | €112 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Bike Tours start at €50 per person. ## Compared with other Bike Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 15** | €253 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (47) | private | | [London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art](/uk/london/tours/london-bike-tour-landmarks-secret-gems-pub-stop-street-art/?format=md) | €77 | 3h 30m | 4.95 (983) | shared | | [Private Bike or eBike Gold Classic Tour London](/uk/london/tours/private-bike-or-ebike-gold-classic-tour-london/?format=md) | €158 | 3h | 4.98 (134) | private | | [Love London Bike Tour](/uk/london/tours/love-london-bike-tour/?format=md) | €59 | 3h 30m | 4.93 (226) | shared | Ranked #5 of 15 in Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €50 to €253, median €70; typical length 3h 30m. 2 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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