Things to do in London for self travelers

Get ready to see the history of rock ‘n’ roll, to touch the legends who have departed to heaven, and the eternally living idols, to walk in the footsteps of rock avant-garde, and be where rock ‘n’ roll was born and became a most rebellious teenager. Welcome to Rockin’ London, the starting point of the new and best era. Find out where the now world-famous rock bands started their way to fame, which studios recognized the potential at the beginning of their careers and agreed to record their first albums. Visit the most famous and popular at the time clubs, bars, and pubs where the rock legends used to spend their free time, discuss their music, listen to each other's performances, and just enjoy themselves. Don’t miss your chance to find out all about it!

Head on a magical journey through London leaving the Muggle world behind. Take this in-app audio tour to discover the various iconic places of the Harry Potter world. As you embark on this tour, you'll visit famous spots such as the real-life Diagon Alley, where you can see the shopfronts used in the films and learn about the inspiration behind the wizarding world's most famous shopping district. You'll learn about the stunning architecture of the Harry Potter universe, including the Millenium Bridge and some buildings believed to be an inspiration for Gringotts. As you journey through the wizarding world of Harry Potter, you'll also visit some of London's most iconic landmarks such as Picadilly Circuss and Trafalgar Square, and some hidden places. You'll learn about the history and significance of these spots and their connection to the Harry Potter films and books. Throughout this tour, you'll be provided with fascinating insights into the Harry Potter universe's creation by J.K. Rowling. And last but not least you will try your knowledge following our specially-crafted quiz. Finally, you will find the entrance to The Leaky Cauldron, the secret wizarding inn, and learn how to get to the Hogwarts Express. Note! The tour will offer you to take a tube ride (or walk 15 min), so make sure to take your metro card for zone 1 with you.

You are about to take a walk through one of London's oldest and most iconic districts and explore its legacy sights and modern, indie places of interest. You will start at the elegant cobbled Piazza, browse the stalls at three historical markets, and enjoy a moment of peace at St. Paul’s Church. The route will take you to two of London’s oldest eateries: Rules, a restaurant, and the Rock and Sole Plaice, a traditional fish and chips shop. You’ll explore Seven Dials, a trendy confluence of streets, and the Infinity Chamber, the latest Insta-worthy attraction. Covent Garden’s hidden gem, Neal’s Yard, will not stay hidden from your eyes or lens. To top it off, the walk will take you to St. Martin’s Lane to see some of the West End’s most famous theatres. Afterward, you can go on to Trafalgar Square or grab the tube at Charing Cross, head straight to your hotel, and put those weary feet up. The Covent Garden tour will not overwhelm you with facts and figures. Quite on the contrary, it will help you make a pleasant, no-strings-attached acquaintance with the neighborhood, pick up some souvenirs, and take atmospheric photos for your social media. So, charge your camera or smartphone, put something photogenic on, and get ready to listen, gaze, and snap away!

This in-app audio tour will guide you through London's most iconic locales of famous Bridget Jones. It'll take you to the important places from the first book and a movie. With the GPS map and audio commentary from a 32-year-old guide with a passionate penchant for indulging in the finer things in life, you'll find the spots where her romantic escapades, cringe-worthy mishaps, and moments of sheer pride unfolded. You can take this self-guided tour with your loved one to experience Bridget's romantic snow kiss or you can opt for a girls' day out, immersing yourselves in the enchanting world of Bridget. Everyone will enjoy it! The tour starts on Picadilly Circus and takes you to the place where an infamous book launch of Kafka’s motorbike happened. Then, you'll take a tube ride, so don't forget your metro card! Having strolled toward the London Bridge along the embankment, you will find yourself near atmospheric Borough Market where Bridget's apartment is located, and recall a birthday party with a strange blue soup. And, of course, you will find a Greek restaurant where a legendary fight between Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver unfolded! The tour will end at the Royal Exchange where the long, romantic kiss in the snowfall marked the end of an era of singlehood and the starting point of a new, happy life for Bridget. So lace up those shoes, and let's go explore one of the world's most fascinating cities with one of Britain's most charming characters!

Have you ever imagined yourself being born in a royal family? Having a castle of your own and hundreds of servants? This tour will make you feel closer to the British Royal Family. You will see the places frequently visited by The Queen, princes, and dukes, including Westminster Abbey – a place where the royal weddings take place, Buckingham Palace – currently the home of The Queen and her administrative headquarters, Royal Albert Hall – a concert hall opened by Queen Victoria, and a lot more.

Follow the footsteps of the infamous maniac and try to reveal the mystery of Jack the Ripper. This in-app audio tour is not for the faint-hearted! In 1888, the East End of London was shaken by a series of bloody murders of women committed by Jack the Ripper. Disregarding all the efforts by the police, the murderer has never been found and remains unknown to these days. Start from the impressive Royal London Hospital Museum and lies along the bloody path of the "canonic five" murders of Jack the Ripper. You will walk off the beaten tracks of historical Whitechapel District through narrow lanes securing dark creepy stories and plunge into the melting pot of the lively arteries of Spitalfields and Aldgate areas. On your way, you may pop over to the old pubs where Jack the Ripper targeted his victims or enjoy delicious food in the Brick Lane where the best curry restaurants of London are concentrated. The background of victims and suspects, including surprising ones, are to be revealed during the walk. Exploring the murder sites amidst rising skyscrapers such as Gherkin Tower, green gardens and century-old churches, you will be amazed how the poorest and the ugliest part of London of the late Victorian Era changed within a century. You may follow through the history of Whitechapel murders in Jack the Ripper Museum where the tour ends. Jack the Ripper is waiting for you! Catch him "when you can"! Warning! Disturbing content. Age 18+

This in-app audio tour will introduce you to the central part of the Natural History Museum, to the specimens that in the best possible way summarize the essence of this unique institution. Note! The entrance to the museum is free. With this in-app audio tour, you get the audio commentary on your phone along a planned route, and a reserved time entry ticket that guarantees your admission. Start the tour from the central entrance on Cromwell Road and explore the wonders of biodiversity viewing amazing collections of dinosaur skeletons, plants, insects, and much more. Feel like an archaeologist examining the museum's famous collection of dinosaur skeletons or take a trip through time by wandering around the full-sized animatronic model of a Tyrannosaurus rex. Learn about your own planet with the Aurora Pyramid of Hope, a spectacular collection of 296 diamonds, and immerse yourself in the mysteries of the universe studying a vast collection of meteors. Hear about the evolution of life on Earth and travel through continents with botanical, entomological, and zoological collections of millions of unique exhibits. With the Natural History Museum, you can feel the real thrill of a pioneer unraveling amazing secrets about our universe! Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Natural History Museum but is provided by an independent creator.

Visit the first museum of decorative and applied arts in Europe! Named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the V&A Museum is a royal treasure that amazes travelers from all over the world with its abundance. The V&A collection spans 5000 years and represents the cultural heritage of various areas from North Africa to Europe and China. See the largest outside Italy collection of Italian Renaissance sculpture, marvel at one of the largest in existence collections of Asian art or examine the most comprehensive in Britain costume collection – the V&A Museum contains exhibits for all kinds of art lovers. This tour will allow you to see the must-see masterpieces of the V&A in just 1-1.5 hours. Listen to the story of the majestic Ardabil Carpet – the oldest dated carpet in the world and discover casts of some of the most famous statues in the world presented in the astounding Cast Courts. Make the most of your visit to the museum while exploring it at your own pace.

Tate Modern has over a hundred years of art, from modernism in the early 1900s, to exciting works created today. This includes paintings, sculptures, and more made by artists all over the world such as Pablo Picasso, Emily Kame Kngwarreye, and Jenny Holzer. Experience Tate’s iconic Turbine Hall. In the Natalie Bell Building you can see how artists create new ideas. In the Blavatnik Building you can explore the underground Tanks, dedicated to performances, installations and video works. This tour will focus on the gallery's perhaps most famous permanent display, "In the Studio". The close engagement between the individual and the work of art, whether an artist's process of making or a viewer's experience of looking, is the focus of this display. It includes depictions of artists' studios as well as abstract works that draw attention to the complex nature of perception. You will listen to curators, conservators, and artists themselves talk about key artworks in this display. *This tour was created by WeGoTrip using the materials that were kindly provided by Tate Modern. We respect Tate's guide to copyright and donate 20% from each tour sale to the Tate for caring for the collection and Tate Learning Programme.

Travel through the history of human culture with this in-app audio tour through the British Museum! Note! The entrance to the museum is free. With this in-app audio tour, you get the audio commentary on your phone along a planned route, and a reserved time entry ticket that guarantees your admission. The British Museum’s largest and most comprehensive collection in existence illustrates the story of human culture from its beginning to the present. With more than seven million objects from all countries, it is a whole other world where you can travel through time and continents while moving to different halls of the museum. Find out the secrets of ancient Egypt with the Rosetta Stone – the key that unlocked ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and the colossal bust of Ramesses the Great weighing 7.5 tonnes. Wonder at the precious figurine of the Ram in the Thicket created about 4500 years ago and the beautiful Statue of Tara from Sri Lanka. Gaze in wonder at the Aztec serpent made of 2,000 pieces of turquoise and the ancient moai statue from Easter Island. In the British Museum, you can fully immerse yourself in the mysteries of human civilization and feel like a real discoverer. Note! This tour is not affiliated with The British Museum but is provided by an independent creator.