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ALCHEMY TRAIL: Find Dick Whittington’s Gold (Self-Guided Walk)

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Tell us where the gold is buried...
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Overview

Not all treasure is made of gold. But some of it is.

This trail combines medieval history, urban mystery, and alchemical metaphor in a story that asks what it really means to transform. You’ll follow the seven stages of alchemy — not just as chemical processes, but as a symbolic map of the City of London’s hidden soul.

You’ll start at Tower Hill and pass through places most Londoners have never noticed: secret gardens, lost guilds, ancient hallways, and even medieval public toilets.

It’s part treasure hunt, part fever dream, and entirely grounded in the City’s medieval streets.

You won’t need a guide — the trail is embedded in the stone and shadow.
Fully playable in 11 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic) — no guide required.

Starts: Tower Hill Station
Ends: near the Bank of England
Distance: 4 km
For adults & teens with a love of myth, history & hidden London

What's Included

  • Visual and textual clues in real-world locations
  • Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages
  • Telegram-based access to the full alchemical trail
  • Snacks Food, drinks, or transport
  • Smartphone or data connection
  • Live guide or entry fees (not needed)
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Meeting Location

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London EC3N 4DJ
UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Cannon Street
London EC4N 6AP, UK

What To Expect

London : Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower (Pass By)

Important: You cannot access your gamecode via the Tripadvisor ‘ticket’ link. It will be manually generated and sent to you by message after booking. No time slot is required — play any day, any time during daylight hours. All you need is a smartphone with the Telegram Messenger app. Alchemy Trail is a symbolic journey through medieval London, following the seven stages of transformation in the alchemist’s art — from calcination to coagulation. As you walk the winding alleys of the old City, you’ll follow a trail that leads you to the Philosopher’s Stone and the secret location of Dick Whittington’s buried gold. Clues are embedded in the city itself — coats of arms, carvings, architectural details, and epigraphs. You’ll unlock verses, codes, and fragments of a buried past, one stage at a time. The route is 4km and fully step-free. Fully playable in 11 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic) — no guide required.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the ALCHEMY TRAIL: Find Dick Whittington’s Gold (Self-Guided Walk)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the ALCHEMY TRAIL: Find Dick Whittington’s Gold (Self-Guided Walk)?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Visual and textual clues in real-world locations.
  • Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages.
  • Telegram-based access to the full alchemical trail.
  • Self-paced private experience — no guide required.
The following is NOT included:
  • Snacks. Food, drinks, or transport.
  • Smartphone or data connection.
  • Live guide or entry fees (not needed).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the ALCHEMY TRAIL: Find Dick Whittington’s Gold (Self-Guided Walk) is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for ALCHEMY TRAIL: Find Dick Whittington’s Gold (Self-Guided Walk) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Visual and textual clues in real-world locations
  • Step-by-step story unfolding over 7 stages
  • Telegram-based access to the full alchemical trail
  • Self-paced private experience — no guide required
  • SnacksFood, drinks, or transport
  • Smartphone or data connection
  • Live guide or entry fees (not needed)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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