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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
- Best tour ever! Best tour ever! This was one of the BEST tours that I have ever been on. It was mystical, magical and historical. Arjun is SO knowledgeable and brought us to some of the hidden gems of the Bank St. area. If you love dragons and medieval I highly recommend this.... More reviewsBest tour ever! This was one of the BEST tours that I have ever been on. It was mystical, magical and historical. Arjun is SO knowledgeable and brought us to some of the hidden gems of the Bank St. area. If you love dragons and medieval I highly recommend this. It's fascinating. read less
Kevin2/01/2025I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I booked this tour with Arjun because I wanted to learn more about the myths and legends that London and the city of London rest on. I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I was the only one that booked the tour on this day so Arjun... More reviewsI booked this tour with Arjun because I wanted to learn more about the myths and legends that London and the city of London rest on. I’m happy to share that my expectations were even exceeded. I was the only one that booked the tour on this day so Arjun basically took me on a private tour through all of the stations with some extra details and discussions. I highly recommend! read less Fritz1/01/1970Another lens in which to view London's history I went with my family (two adults, two children age 16 and 14) and we all loved this tour. We learned lots of London history, and were also helped to see some shared ancestorial connections with other cities/countries, too. These show up in repeated shapes, forms and symbols scattered around... More reviewsI went with my family (two adults, two children age 16 and 14) and we all loved this tour. We learned lots of London history, and were also helped to see some shared ancestorial connections with other cities/countries, too. These show up in repeated shapes, forms and symbols scattered around the old City of London, most of which I'd never know to notice before. I particularly liked the pace of this tour, and that there was a lovely balance of exciting mysticism with real history. It was a mind/body/spirit exercise, with a wonderful guide who you can see loves his work. We enjoyed a peaceful, thoughtful afternoon and can recommend this tour wholeheartedly! read less Christy9/14/2024 - What a great tour! What a great tour! We booked this tour expecting to see some of London's ancient sites and hearing a fact or two about each before moving on to the next. What we experienced was a thoroughly interesting discussion about the historical and mystical side of London that is hidden in... More reviewsWhat a great tour! We booked this tour expecting to see some of London's ancient sites and hearing a fact or two about each before moving on to the next. What we experienced was a thoroughly interesting discussion about the historical and mystical side of London that is hidden in plain sight. We walked Dragon lines, over the path of the sacred rivers which flow under the city and heard about the secret meaning of symbols in the art and architecture along our route. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in history, mythology and symbology. read less Matthew S4/01/2023Unexpected Treasure — We wanted to see some... Unexpected Treasure — We wanted to see some different style of city tours and that's exactly what we found with Arjun! An amazing guide who took us deeper into the heart of London and showed us spots together with stories, which you wouldn't see and hear on a day to... More reviewsUnexpected Treasure — We wanted to see some different style of city tours and that's exactly what we found with Arjun! An amazing guide who took us deeper into the heart of London and showed us spots together with stories, which you wouldn't see and hear on a day to day basis. Fascinating and definitely something you will remember for a longer time! I can highly recommend this tour. read less Markus Ogrizek3/19/2026A Truly Magical Journey to Stonehenge & Glastonbury We had the pleasure of experiencing a private tour to Stonehenge and Glastonbury with Arjun from Dragon Lore Tours, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the very beginning, Arjun went above and beyond our expectations, creating a journey that felt deeply meaningful, personal, and unforgettable.
His knowledge, passion, and... More reviewsWe had the pleasure of experiencing a private tour to Stonehenge and Glastonbury with Arjun from Dragon Lore Tours, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the very beginning, Arjun went above and beyond our expectations, creating a journey that felt deeply meaningful, personal, and unforgettable.
His knowledge, passion, and attention to detail transformed each stop into a unique experience, allowing us to connect with the history and energy of these incredible places in a very special way. We are genuinely grateful for the care and dedication he put into every moment of the day.
Our pictures will be memories we will cherish forever.
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind, thoughtful, and truly memorable tour, we cannot recommend Arjun and Dragon Lore Tours enough. Thank you for making this journey so special. read less Gerardo Gonzalez2/19/2026 - Well researched, interesting, adventurous! Well researched, interesting, adventurous! The London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia as he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What... More reviewsWell researched, interesting, adventurous! The London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia as he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What stuck out to me as well has been his great passion and interest in the content of the tour. I enjoyed learning the meaning and background of commonly used symbols in buildings and recognize them anywhere else in architecture and art now! read less Sterling1/01/2024Well researched, interesting, adventurous ! The London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia cause he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What stuck out to me... More reviewsThe London Mystical Tour was the best tour I did so far :) Arjun is such a kind guide and seems to be born as an encyclopaedia cause he could tell a well researched, profound story to everything we were interested in on the way. What stuck out to me as well, has been his great passion and interest in the content of the tour. I enjoyed to learn the meaning and background of commonly used symbols in buildings and recognize them anywhere else in architecture and art now :)) read less Sophie4/11/2025His knowledge was extensive on esoteric City of London Wow! Arjun didn't fail to deliver. His knowledge was extensive on esoteric City of London, I could tell a lot of research had gone into it. I felt a sense of stepping back in time and adventuring through history. What I discovered on this tour was unique and unlike any... More reviewsWow! Arjun didn't fail to deliver. His knowledge was extensive on esoteric City of London, I could tell a lot of research had gone into it. I felt a sense of stepping back in time and adventuring through history. What I discovered on this tour was unique and unlike any other tour I've been on, it went deeper. I shall be trying out his other tours next chance I get!
read less Connie8/01/2024 - Uncovering a Hidden history of London Uncovering a Hidden history of London — We were not exactly sure what to expect when we signed up but got more than we anticipated for this tour of hidden symbolism. The guide kicked things of with a conceptual overview of lay lines, nodes, and rivers, which grounded the walk... More reviewsUncovering a Hidden history of London — We were not exactly sure what to expect when we signed up but got more than we anticipated for this tour of hidden symbolism. The guide kicked things of with a conceptual overview of lay lines, nodes, and rivers, which grounded the walk through unexpected treasures we would never have known to look for, including a number of smaller Churches which lurked behind unassuming gateways we would have walked past, obliviously. Many ideas were woven together, which we would not have considered, simply because it would never have occurred to us, such as the many things the dragon can represent, and has represented to the many peoples occupying the place we now call London. Recommend for anyone looking for a deeper look into the city. Templars included. read less Karina & Lance Hunt7/31/2023Memorable voyage across time. Memorable voyage across time. In somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a memorable voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and... More reviewsMemorable voyage across time. In somewhat of a leisurely Jules Verne sequence, the tour was a memorable voyage across time. It gave us glimpses of Londinium in present day London. Our tour guide Mr Arjun, a prolific researcher and storyteller, dotted the landscape and ancient buildings with characters, events and turning points. Through various artefacts, he traced the origins of the financial capital of the world, and innumerable quests for power and influence. This was a very informative and thought-provoking tour and I would highly recommend it! read less aditii8611/01/2024Excellent alternative walking tour even in the rain! Excellent alternative walking tour even in the rain! — Arjun was very knowledgeable and passionate about the alternative history of London and the spiritual elements and ideas involved. Many of the things he spoke to us about we could have walked past without noticing - despite it being a rainy... More reviewsExcellent alternative walking tour even in the rain! — Arjun was very knowledgeable and passionate about the alternative history of London and the spiritual elements and ideas involved. Many of the things he spoke to us about we could have walked past without noticing - despite it being a rainy day, his enthusiasm kept the tour upbeat and interesting. My friend is of a shorter stature and felt the walking pace was very good. Arjun gave us a lot of food for thought and ideas for our next trip and sights to see. read less Jo and Vic7/09/2024
- A 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 Maria4/01/2025Tour Tour — I had the most wonderful tour today. This is a knowledgable guide who has put a lot of hours into research and is still looking for feedback and improvement and developing new things constantly. This tour tells a story that is captivating and so rich in details. He... More reviewsTour — I had the most wonderful tour today. This is a knowledgable guide who has put a lot of hours into research and is still looking for feedback and improvement and developing new things constantly. This tour tells a story that is captivating and so rich in details. He was a very nice person and helped set me up for an amazing vacation in London with tons of tips. read less Montana Groenendaal9/03/2024Very interesting tour! Very interesting tour! At the end of December we took part in the City of London Mystical and Dragons Walking Tour. Although some of the churches included in the tour were closed, we still had a very good time thanks to our very kind and knowledgeable tour guide Arjun. If... More reviewsVery interesting tour! At the end of December we took part in the City of London Mystical and Dragons Walking Tour. Although some of the churches included in the tour were closed, we still had a very good time thanks to our very kind and knowledgeable tour guide Arjun. If you are interested in the ancient history of London we can surely recommend this tour! read less E.M.J.P.12/01/2024
- A very entertaining guided walk by Arjun A very entertaining guided walk by Arjun who has a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject and of the history and geography of the City of London. I was born in Central London and have worked in the area covered by the tour, but I was unaware of much... More reviewsA very entertaining guided walk by Arjun who has a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject and of the history and geography of the City of London. I was born in Central London and have worked in the area covered by the tour, but I was unaware of much of that which Arjun discussed and showed me. For example, I was unaware of the existence the London Stone which I used to regularly walk past. I can thoroughly recommend Arjun as a guide. read less Keith9/30/2024Dragon tour City of London. Dragon tour City of London. Arjun was a brilliant guide. He is very knowledgeable about the subjects he talks about throughout the tour, which centres around the spiritual connections behind much of the symbolism and iconography throughout the architecture and landmarks within the City. I really appreciated that although he... More reviewsDragon tour City of London. Arjun was a brilliant guide. He is very knowledgeable about the subjects he talks about throughout the tour, which centres around the spiritual connections behind much of the symbolism and iconography throughout the architecture and landmarks within the City. I really appreciated that although he had much knowledge to share, he also intuitively allowed us the space to contemplate the spaces and topics for ourselves during moments in between, and did not try to cram too much in and nothing felt forced. The pace was easy to follow and very easy to walk. read less Alice6/01/2025Mystical 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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