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City of London – Historical Tour Tour
About the tour
We tell the origin story of the ancient City of London, how it was set apart from Westminster, and why it came to be called the financial capital of the world and the envy of kings.
Telling the story the eyes of its legends and many peoples, we chart the city's unique history and influence, through Celtic, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Normans. We conclude with how the mediaeval guild culture went on to challenge the might of Kings to the formation of Parliament and the Bank of England that set the groundwork for a new age.
What you will see
- We introduce the the City of London with the help of this ancient symbol.
- The ancient Roman fort links to a crucial episode of Celtic the people.
- An intersection of a thousand years of history
- 15th-century wall fragment displays Roman foundations topped with Tudor bricks and part of the wall that Alfred the great re-built.
- These ruins tell a suprising chapter of the Vikings.
- Links to the origin parliament and freedom
- The ceremonial and administrative centre where laws were made since ancient times
- The official church of the City that segways into the story of the City got it's ancient rights and prvileges.
- We go inside the remains of the amphitheatre and then tell the story of the City came into power.
- Modeled on the design of the temple of the Goddess vesta is where we setup the conclusion with a story of English Common Law.
- Created 500 years ago by the father of English banking
- We complete the picture of the City's archaic governance structure
- The City's rise to power conclude with another revolution and the formation of the Bank of England
London Wall Pl, Barbican, London EC2Y 5DE
A1211, Barbican, London EC2Y 5AU
St Mary Aldermanbury, Aldermanbury, City of London, London EC2V, United Kingdom
1 Royal Exchange, London EC3V 3DG.
Mansion House, Walbrook, London EC4N 8BH
Threadneedle Street, London, EC2R 8AH
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What Our Customers Are Saying
- This I will do again! This I will do again! This tour was the highlight of my trip to London! I learned about places and symbols I wouldn't be aware of if it wasn't for this. Arjun is a great communicator, and conveys history and mysticism in a manner that I just want to learn more.
Linda B10/01/2024Mystical London Excellent and very interesting tour that fits its descriptive, with an amazing and erudite guide! We had fascinating, deep and multi-layered conversations around the exploration of what is hidden in plain sight. I am very much looking forward for Arjun to create his next tour and continue to discover London... More reviewsExcellent and very interesting tour that fits its descriptive, with an amazing and erudite guide! We had fascinating, deep and multi-layered conversations around the exploration of what is hidden in plain sight. I am very much looking forward for Arjun to create his next tour and continue to discover London that way!
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Sandra11/23/2023Unusual and interesting perspective up to historical information Unusual and interesting perspective up to historical information — The tour was very interesting. The history of the city and country was delivered from out-of-bitten track angle. During the tour a lot of information was delivered as well as considerable area was covered. Several churches and museums were visited with... More reviewsUnusual and interesting perspective up to historical information — The tour was very interesting. The history of the city and country was delivered from out-of-bitten track angle. During the tour a lot of information was delivered as well as considerable area was covered. Several churches and museums were visited with proper guidance. Highly recommend this tour. read less
Zhamilya8/21/2024 - Wow! Most unique tour of London Our whole family throroughly enjoyed the unique city of London tour with Arjun. We booked a private tour after our friend recommended Arjun, but we asked him for a mix of historical and mystical (bespoke tour), and he delivered! The information he shared was intriguing and interesting to both our... More reviewsOur whole family throroughly enjoyed the unique city of London tour with Arjun. We booked a private tour after our friend recommended Arjun, but we asked him for a mix of historical and mystical (bespoke tour), and he delivered! The information he shared was intriguing and interesting to both our children (11 and 15) and us adults. Arjun is a truly gifted guide and a lovely human being as well. He was very accommodating, flexible and generous with his time and knowledge! We would love to catch up h him again in London or any of the other locations he explores!
Highly recommend if you want a unique and deeper experience of London! read lessMireille Azar8/02/2025I have lived in London all my life and not known some of these exciting and interesting facts Amazing! This tour gave me so much to think about and I found it so fun to see that I have lived in London all my life and not known some of these exciting and interesting facts about the history of London. The places we went where very beautiful and... More reviewsAmazing! This tour gave me so much to think about and I found it so fun to see that I have lived in London all my life and not known some of these exciting and interesting facts about the history of London. The places we went where very beautiful and I recommend this tour. The tour guide was also so nice and if you had a question he would almost always know the answer! Truly great experience. I can't wait to go on the second tour. ✨✨
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Mia Pirog10/01/2024Excellent, interesting tour! This tour took us back in time to pre-1000 AD with the London Stone, through history and artifacts from dragons to phoenixes to churches. We learned about Druids and Romans at a pace we could take it all in. Our tour guide, Argent, was very knowledgeable and kept this moving... More reviewsThis tour took us back in time to pre-1000 AD with the London Stone, through history and artifacts from dragons to phoenixes to churches. We learned about Druids and Romans at a pace we could take it all in. Our tour guide, Argent, was very knowledgeable and kept this moving at a comfortable pace while explaining how various things: water, rivers, grounding, and artifacts are all tied together in the quest for spiritual growth. A very worthwhile afternoon! Excellent, thought provoking conversations. read less
Roger6/13/2023 - This tour will give you a new perspective on The City of London. Arjun was passionate and well researched about the content of his tour. The tour didn't feel rushed or impersonal. Instead, it was like taking a walk with a friend chatting about a subject they are really interested in. Whether you are familiar with esoteric symbolism, or not, this tour will... More reviewsArjun was passionate and well researched about the content of his tour. The tour didn't feel rushed or impersonal. Instead, it was like taking a walk with a friend chatting about a subject they are really interested in. Whether you are familiar with esoteric symbolism, or not, this tour will give you a new perspective on The City of London. read less
Mike12/01/2023Let the Dragons Rule — What a delightful afternoon! Let the Dragons Rule — What a delightful afternoon! We toured streets and back roads off the busy streets of London to Temples, rivers, underground chapels and ley lines that all go unnoticed. We saw the tale of the dragon unfold and fly over to protect us …. Quite the... More reviewsLet the Dragons Rule — What a delightful afternoon! We toured streets and back roads off the busy streets of London to Temples, rivers, underground chapels and ley lines that all go unnoticed. We saw the tale of the dragon unfold and fly over to protect us …. Quite the unusual tour taking us to places where the energies of the past still radiate. Loved it! read less
Jody Dougherty12/08/2025London’s History of Money, Magic, and Power Walking tour We absolutely enjoyed our tour today. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and, despite it being just the two of us, went out of his way to create a truly personalised experience. It offers an unconventional perspective on the origins of money, exploring the exchange of goods, the rise of interest... More reviewsWe absolutely enjoyed our tour today. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and, despite it being just the two of us, went out of his way to create a truly personalised experience. It offers an unconventional perspective on the origins of money, exploring the exchange of goods, the rise of interest and debt, and the beginnings of banks and the stock exchange — all intertwined with elements of magic and religion in a mysterious way. If you’re passionate about history and looking for a fresh, unconventional take on London’s past, this is the tour for you. read lessNadia Joos8/09/2025 - City of London: Best Tour I Could've Asked For Undoubtedly the highlight of my time in London!
Arjun is exceptionally knowledgeable, but what really sets him apart is how he structures the experience. Rather than just pointing out sites, he weaves a cohesive narrative that charts the origin story of the City of London, from its early roots through... More reviewsUndoubtedly the highlight of my time in London!
Arjun is exceptionally knowledgeable, but what really sets him apart is how he structures the experience. Rather than just pointing out sites, he weaves a cohesive narrative that charts the origin story of the City of London, from its early roots through its rise as the financial capital of the world.
What made the experience especially memorable was how personal he made it. He took the time to understand my interests and background and tailored parts of the tour to align with them, which made everything feel much more engaging and relevant. He also provided a comprehensive PDF guide afterward, which was an unexpected bonus. It neatly recaps the places we visited and the broader historical narrative.
On top of all that, Arjun is incredibly personable and kind; just a genuinely great person to spend a few hours with.
Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting London. And if you’re even remotely a history or finance nerd like me, this is about as close as it gets to a perfectly designed experience. read lessJulius Moye4/05/2026A very interesting immersive experience. A very interesting immersive experience. A highly recommended tour of London, discover very interesting symbolisms of the city of London, in addition to visiting sites (and even some non-typical museums with a very interesting immersive experience) that do not usually appear in the recommended sites. Very good option to discover... More reviewsA very interesting immersive experience. A highly recommended tour of London, discover very interesting symbolisms of the city of London, in addition to visiting sites (and even some non-typical museums with a very interesting immersive experience) that do not usually appear in the recommended sites. Very good option to discover non-typical aspects of London. read less
Maria4/01/2025Secret London Arjun had a unique way of explaining the stories and hidden details of the City of London, making us see familiar landmarks with a completely fresh perspective.
The tour was perfectly paced, blending fascinating history with the magical mystique of London. Arjul’s passion and depth of knowledge truly brought the city’s... More reviewsArjun had a unique way of explaining the stories and hidden details of the City of London, making us see familiar landmarks with a completely fresh perspective.
The tour was perfectly paced, blending fascinating history with the magical mystique of London. Arjul’s passion and depth of knowledge truly brought the city’s secrets to life, and he kept us captivated the entire time. read lessTiziano Rossi11/17/2024 - Unique, historic, one of a kind! Unique, historic, one of a kind! — Arjun was amazing! The tour was a story of London's history, told from the Romans to the present. We went around the City of London & even into a free museum to see Roman ruins! Arjun is unique and shared very interesting stories... More reviewsUnique, historic, one of a kind! — Arjun was amazing! The tour was a story of London's history, told from the Romans to the present. We went around the City of London & even into a free museum to see Roman ruins! Arjun is unique and shared very interesting stories & facts about the economic, artistic, and architectural, and even some mystical history as well!! 11/10, thank you Arjun for your unique perspective and amazing tour! read less
Kelsey McNamara9/22/2025Personalized Experience! Personalized Experience! Arjun was simply the best tour guide I have ever had. It seemed we had known each other forever 15 minutes into the tour. What I thought would be a fun informative tour (which it was) turned out to be so much more. It seemed more like an... More reviewsPersonalized Experience! Arjun was simply the best tour guide I have ever had. It seemed we had known each other forever 15 minutes into the tour. What I thought would be a fun informative tour (which it was) turned out to be so much more. It seemed more like an outing with an old friend! read less
C7669VCdonc4/01/2025Excellent. Excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with Arjun. He was very knowledgeable, we learned so much from him on a fascinating topic. I really liked how well thought out the tour was, you could tell how each stop along the tour built on the previous, building a full picture in... More reviewsExcellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with Arjun. He was very knowledgeable, we learned so much from him on a fascinating topic. I really liked how well thought out the tour was, you could tell how each stop along the tour built on the previous, building a full picture in our heads by the end of the tour. I have already recommended this tour to friends, we'll definitely be back for more tours with Arjun. read less
Daryl Elliott10/01/2024 - I feel frankly blessed to have crossed paths... I feel frankly blessed to have crossed paths with Arjun of Dragon Lore Tours. I was looking for an experience of the Wiltshire stone circles that went beyond the usual tourist-style visits. I found that and far more from Arjun, who is not only learned and well researched, but also... More reviewsI feel frankly blessed to have crossed paths with Arjun of Dragon Lore Tours. I was looking for an experience of the Wiltshire stone circles that went beyond the usual tourist-style visits. I found that and far more from Arjun, who is not only learned and well researched, but also carries his own lived experience of decades of interacting with these sacred sites. His connection is heartfelt, embodied, and rooted in years of direct communion with the land. Arjun is a patient, calm, and kind guide who created an atmosphere where I could sink into the energy of each place without feeling rushed. He held space with respect, allowing for personal reflection, while offering insights on the layers of history and lore woven into these landscapes. My time on Arjun's tour was not only enriching, it felt like an opportunity for a deeper conversation with the land itself. read less
SR K9/07/2025Beautiful and very interesting tour! Beautiful and very interesting tour! — We had an amazing time on a walking tour exploring London’s historical and mystical sites. Arjul was an exceptional guide, combining his deep knowledge with an engaging storytelling style that made the city’s past feel alive. What stood out the most was the way... More reviewsBeautiful and very interesting tour! — We had an amazing time on a walking tour exploring London’s historical and mystical sites. Arjul was an exceptional guide, combining his deep knowledge with an engaging storytelling style that made the city’s past feel alive. What stood out the most was the way Arjul encouraged us to notice the small, often overlooked details—each one holding its own story or significance. His ability to weave together history and mystery was both fascinating and inspiring. The tour offered a perfect mix of insight and intrigue, leaving us with a newfound appreciation for London. If you’re looking for a guide who will open your eyes to the city in a completely new way, we highly recommend this tour. read less
Doina Bruno11/17/2024Take a walk in the mystical London If you're into the mysterious or just want to see a deeper side of London, this tour is perfect. Arjun is an awesome guide — super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We learned about ley lines, ancient history, and even astrology in the city. Eye-opening in the best way.Maria4/05/2025

