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London Canals Private Walking Tour

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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Before cars and even trains, London was a canal city like many in Britain were.

Then as now, one of the best things about canals is that it takes you away from the noise and chaos of the busy streets and opens up areas that you couldn’t reach otherwise. In fact you’d never even know you were in the middle of London.

Canals are enjoying a huge resurgence for social and leisure activities and we will see plenty of boats, some even converted into book shops, cafes or even a barbers. Some are used as homes, moored up on the towpath whilst others chug merrily along going about their slow and peaceful business.

This private 3 hour walking tour will reveal a side to London that most never get to see. Away from the hustle and bustle of the busy street, this walk combines area of almost rural beauty and tranquility, modern cafe culture and incredible areas of urban renewal in a way only London can do.

What's Included

  • Private and professional guided tour
  • Transport ticket to and from your hotel.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We can pick you up from any Central London hotel and not just those listed here.

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Meeting point

Chapel Street
London NW1 5DH, UK

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

End point

London N1 9UA
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What To Expect

Paddington Basin

These were but to almost be like the western docks of London. Now redeveloped for business and leisure with possibly the only folding bridge in the world. We start along the famous Grand Union Canal.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Little Venice

Little Venice is truly serene and beautiful and is where we will leave the Grand Union Canal and head off on Regents Canal.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Regent's Canal

Regents Canal, built to connect the River Thames and the docks tot he canal network that linked London to the great cities of the north.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

ZSL London Zoo

We walk right past the aviary and you never know when you might catch a glimpse of a giraffe or camel!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Camden Market

Camden Lock is one of few parts of the walk where it is remotely busy. Once an industrial area, now it is buzzing with cafes and restaurants
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Camden Market

The Stables Market, now a funky shopping destination but originally it housed the horses who worked the canals before the invention of boat engines.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

MTV Studios

From the canal side we will see MTV Studios and those relating to Viacom and others. Everyone loves the views and life around the canal.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Regent's Park

The canal passes through leafy Regents Park and some of the finest private homes in this part of London.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gasholder Park

This 'little' park is built into an old giant gas holder. It is a good mix of the old and new that typifies this part of the canal.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Granary Square

Another old industrial area that had found new life as one Londons newest and largest squares or plazas.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Coal Drops Yard

Right next to the canal, this district used to be where the coal was stored for the nearby train stations. In the last year or so it has had millions spent on it to re-open as a hidden but high-end shopping destination.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Word On The Water - The London Bookbarge

My favourite of all the barges on the canal. A boat that is also a really rather good bookshop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kings Place

Kings Place is a hub for music, art, dialogue and food in London's Kings Cross
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

London Canal Museum

A museum dedicated to London and British canals and all housed in a Victorian Ice storage facility that was used to bring in ice from Norway.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Canals Private Walking Tour?

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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  • Transport ticket to and from your hotel.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Free Cancellation

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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).

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