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The Roman City of St Albans Private Tour

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St Albans Abbey Cathedral
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Even the railway station we depart from London to St Albans on is beautiful and historic
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The oldest pub in Britain?

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Overview

Discover the ancient city of St. Albans on this full-day walking tour from London. A perfect escape from the bustle of the big city, spend the day exploring the ancient Roman ruins and charming English marketplaces and quaint churches of St. Albans.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entry Tickets
  • Food and drinks
  • Return train fare (about £15)
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What To Expect

Holy Well

Visit the Holy Well in St Albans. Visited by the martyr himself and if that's not enough, these waters revitalised an ailing and elderly Uther Pendragon before a battle. If you don't know Uther, you may know of his son, the legendary King Arthur.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Verulamium Park

This beautiful old park actually stands on top of the old Roman city, with the 'modern' city sat up on the hill. Impressive sections of the old Roman City Wall can still be seen.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Roman Walls Of St Albans

See some of the remaining surviving Roman Walls.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hypocaust & Roman Mosaic

See one of the finest Roman Mosaic floors in Britain, in fact anywhere!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Michael's Church

This beautiful old church is 1,000 years old and is Anglo Saxon in origin. Still used today and full of history and character.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Theatre of Verulamium

Explore the ruins of the old Roman Theatre and shops.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Verulamium Museum

This museum is bursting with Roman objects discovered in the park and city all around.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks

A contender for the oldest out in Britain which one way or the other has been serving patrons and pilgrims since not that long after the Romans.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Great Gateway of the Monastery

This imposing old gate house has an impressive history and one of the hidden gems of this great old city.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Albans Cathedral

Learn the story of our first Christian martyr from Roman times and explore one of the finest Cathedrals in Europe which was once a point of pilgrimage and important Abbey until the times of King Henry VIII.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Verdun Tree

See this piece of living history from the battlefields of WW1.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Albans Market

The market doesn't run every day but even when it's then, there is so much to see here.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Albans Clock Tower

Set at one end of the historic St Albans Market, this tower was built in 1403 and is the only free standing Belfry in Britain.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Albans

Enjoy the vibrant City centre of St Albans with its ancient pubs crepieries., buzzing market, high end shopping and laid back vibes. 20 minutes or so by train from London but a worlds away. This is the real England that us locals enjoy so much.
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1 hour • 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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual (for entrance into the Abbey Cathedral)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Roman City of St Albans Private 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Roman City of St Albans Private Tour?
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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:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Private tour.
  • Entry Tickets.
  • Professional guide.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Return train fare (about £15).
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The minimum age to participate is 15..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the The Roman City of St Albans Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Roman City of St Albans Private Tour 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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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entry Tickets
  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Return train fare (about £15)

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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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual (for entrance into the Abbey Cathedral)

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  • 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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