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Discover Non-touristy & Secret London with a City Planner

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London's ordinary street markets are the best part of the city because they give you an honest and diverse insight into everyday life.
It is not the sights, but the Londoners who make the city unique and give it a sense of identity.
London's largest open-air gallery changes every day and offers everyone a space to express themselves.
Be a time traveller and experience the London of the early 19th century.
Hidden alleys weave through West London's urban fabric.

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Overview

London is only truly experienced when you venture off the well-worn tourist track so that you can see, hear and feel the place the same way a local does. Only then will you get close to the true essence, to the true heart, to the very fabric of the place you are in and have an experience like no other.

We are going to leave the touristy mainstream London to the side and explore its unseen and authentic neighbourhoods outside the centre because this is where the ordinary Londoners acutally live their everyday lives.

We delve into London's modern and pioneering urban history to understand its current challenges as well as future developments.
Despite the length of six hours the tour does not feel too exhausting and time will fly. In between, you can also sit and relax for a bit while we travel by bus and train.
There's also a 30-min sit-down lunch break at a food market (when the weather is cold or rainy).

WE MIGHT FINISH 15-20 MINS LATE IF TRAFFIC IS SLOW.

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What's Included

  • A professional city planner who will present and explain five different local neighborhoods to you.
  • Lunch
  • Public transport ticket
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What To Expect

Paddington

There is a network of hidden alleyways in the wealthy residential areas of West London. You only have to turn a corner to enter a completely different world that feels like a small village in the countryside. Today the exclusive alleyways are characterized by their beauty and tranquility, but in the past they were polluted and busy workplaces for the lower social classes.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Earl's Court

In the 19th century, London was faced with massive population growth, so that the city ran out of burial spaces for the dead. The generous creation of new garden cemeteries provided new space and also improved urban hygiene. This ancient cemetery is still in use today, but serves primarily as a recreational space for Londoners.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lower Marsh

London's largest open-air gallery is tucked away right under a massive railway station and it functions as an open stage that simply everybody can claim for their own ideas. Fifteen years ago, artists took over the old car tunnel and to this day they change its appearance every day. Anyone can create art down here and it is completely normal to destroy the work of others and to outdo it with something completely new. If we are lucky, we can watch artists in action, leaving their mark in the tunnel.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Atlantic Road

Londoners visit their local street markets not only to shop, but also to socialise and interact with each other. These vibrant community spaces offer honest and exciting insights into everyday urban life. It's not the sights that make London unique - it's the Londoners! This market generally stands out for its very diverse and rich history but also includes buzzing indoor arcades and meaningful street art. At 2:30 p.m. we will take a proper 30-minute sit-down lunch break at a food market. There are two possible South London locations in different neighborhoods and it depends on the weather which one we choose. (One market offers outdoor seating only, the other market is indoors and somewhat heated.)
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Canada Water

The once largest port in the world enabled London's rise to become the Capital of the World. (Yes, London is actually a port city!) However, large parts of the docks were destroyed during the Blitz and the strong fractures are still visible in the cityscape today. The remains of the vast warehouse district were subsequently converted and put to new uses after the docks were finally closed in the 1980s. The Thames is an integral public space for the Londoners and offers spectacular views the city's ever-changing skyline.At 16.30h we finish our tour either close to CANADA WATER STATION (East London) or at WATERLOO RAILWAY STATION (close to Central London). The order of the different stops depends on where we eat, which in turn depends on the weather (indoors or outdoors). Both endpoints are major transport hubs and offer easy connections for onward travel.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers using knee scooters.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests ages 12 and up can attend, up to 6 guests in total.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Non-touristy & Secret London with a City Planner?

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 Discover Non-touristy & Secret London with a City Planner?
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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?
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The following is included:
  • A professional city planner who will present and explain five different local neighborhoods to you.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Public transport ticket.
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Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 12..

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 Discover Non-touristy & Secret London with a City Planner is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travellers using knee scooters.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Non-touristy & Secret London with a City Planner 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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  • A professional city planner who will present and explain five different local neighborhoods to you.
  • Lunch
  • Public transport ticket

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travellers using knee scooters.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guests ages 12 and up can attend, up to 6 guests in total.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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