Discover London's National Gallery on a before-hours tour and journey through art history as you explore one of the most impressive art collections in the world. Uncover the meaning behind the masterpieces with your historian guide, and sketch your own creations inside the gallery. Meet your guide at the National Gallery and embark on a tour for your group alone. Wander through the vast halls without the usual crowds and marvel at renowned works of art showcasing the evolution of art throughout history. Discover the deeper meaning of the paintings with detailed explanations from your art historian guide. Then, take part in an exclusive sketching workshop inside the empty gallery. Learn the basics of sketching and perspective from your guide, and let the surrounding artwork fuel your creativity. Create your own unique souvenir to take home with you after your one-of-a-kind experience at this iconic venue. GetYourGuide is partnering with the National Gallery in London to bring you a truly unique experience with one of the greatest art collections in the world. View world-famous paintings on an exclusive before-hours tour and bring your own ideas to life with a sketching workshop.

Discover the locations, stories, and traditions behind the newly crowned King’s first moments in the heart of Westminster. Benefit from priority entry and a coronation-themed guided visit to Westminster Abbey, a walk along the coronation procession route, and afternoon tea at a historic hotel. Meet your guide outside Westminster Abbey, the site of 40 coronations since 1066. Skip the main entrance line at the Abbey and enjoy a guided tour of one of London's most iconic landmarks. Learn about the history, ceremony, and highlights of the coronation of King Charles III. Hear about the influential figures who have ascended to the throne throughout the centuries. Learn about the history and construction of the abbey, and admire its ornate nave, chapels, and shrines. After your tour of the abbey, follow in the footsteps of many kings and queens as you stroll along the coronation procession route toward Buckingham Palace. Walk along Horse Guards Parade, where you may be able to snap a photo with the mounted cavalry of the King’s Horse Guards. Stop by the Duke of York Column, near the bottom of The Mall. Continue walking up and pass by the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Memorial. Admire the exterior of St James’s Palace, which still functions as a royal residence, and Clarence House which has housed His Majesty and the Queen Consort as well as many other royals. See Lancaster House, which is the nearby neighbor of the most famous palace in Britain. This Grade 1-listed mansion even served as a stand-in for Buckingham Palace in the hit Netflix series, The Crown. Finally, stand in awe outside the magnificent Buckingham Palace, the most famous residence of the British Royal Family. Hear of the many stories attached to this internationally-renowned palace. Finish up in style with a quintessentially British tradition of afternoon tea at a historic hotel in Westminster. Learn about the strong links between this time-honored British institution and the royal family, as you enjoy your tea, cakes, sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a celebratory glass of Champagne.

Join London-based vegan chef and social media recipe creator Sophie Waplington of @sophsplantkitchen in an exclusive cooking class spotlighting scrumptious vegan recipes and diverse flavors. Work in pairs and create the perfect British roast with a vegan twist. Meet your chef, Sophie and listen to a brief history of the Sunday roast and how it has evolved over generations. Then, put on your apron and craft a traditional British roast dinner with a vegan twist. Pair up and watch a demonstration on how to prepare each dish, incorporating plant-based ingredients and spices. Begin with the Wellington. Peel and dice the squash before mincing the mushrooms, apricots, and pecans. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the herbs. Roll out, fill, and decorate the Wellington, or opt to work on the gravy and chop the vegetables for the za’atar-roasted vegetables. Once everything is cooked, settle in for your delicious plant-based Sunday roast, consisting of squash, candied pecan, and miso Wellington with Za’atar-roasted Mediterranean vegetables, whipped Tofini, and Greek-style roasted potato wedges with caramelized shallot and pomegranate gravy. As you dine, take in the cozy ambiance around the table and trade stories with your fellow food lovers. Wash down your tasty creation with a refreshing drink and take home a new perspective on vegan cuisine and plant-based recipes. GetYourGuide is partnering with activist and vegan content creator Sophie Waplington of Sophs Plant Kitchen to bring you a unique culinary experience in London. Join Sophie as she combines the beloved British roast with innovative plant-based cooking and redefines what it means to eat and be vegan.

Savor the perfect British roast with a Tandoori twist in a cooking class with your chef and food influencer, Zainab Pirzada of Cooking with Zainab. Create a tasty fusion dish, learn how spices can transform your cooking, and play with the authentic flavors of Pakistan. Be greeted with a welcome drink and meet your chef, Zainab. Then, learn more about spices, from widely used cinnamon and cumin to lesser-known mustard seeds. Smell ground spices and discover the differences between wheat flour and chickpea flour (gram flour), which is used extensively in Pakistan. Together with your cooking partner, recreate one of Zainab’s most popular recipes, her spinach pakoras with tangy tamarind chutney. First, watch Zainab demonstrate how to make the pakoras, before picking up your apron and creating this tasty Pakistani dish under her guidance. Finally, feast on your delicious pakoras along with chili-brined and tamarind glazed chicken, slow-cooked tandoori lamb shoulder, and whole roasted tandoori cauliflower with saffron rice. As you dine, trade stories with your fellow foodies and take home a new appreciation of whole spices. GetYourGuide is partnering with Zainab Pirzada, founder of Cooking with Zainab, to bring you a one-of-a-kind cooking experience in London. Passionate about the authentic flavors of both the UK and Pakistan, Zainab creates food content showcasing beloved regional recipes and innovative fusion dishes.

Step into your capsule and feel the exhilaration as you rise up over the water and come face to face with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Soar above them, up to 135 meters on the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel.  There are mesmerizing 360-degree views of the whole city laid out before you. See the most famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London and up to 40km out of the city to Windsor Castle on a clear day. Enjoy the gradual rotation and just stand and stare at the hustle and bustle of London life unfolding beneath you, the beautiful sunset over the city, or the thousands of twinkling lights after dark. 

Avoid the crowds and chaos of the public departure lounge and relax in style before your flight from London Heathrow Airport. Choose between a 3-hour or 6-hour stay, then make yourself comfortable in one of the premium lounges located in Terminal 2 (departure), Terminal 3 (arrival), Terminal 4 (departure and arrival), and Terminal 5 (departure). In the lounge, enjoy the opportunity to unwind before your flight and relax on the comfortable seating as you watch the TV, equipped with Sky Sports. You can also make use of the lounges' unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, and dine on an array of freshly prepared seasonal food as well as drinks from a fully serviced bar.

Perfect for those with a penchant for Harry Potter, this Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London provides a unique opportunity to explore the magic of the Harry Potter films — the most successful movie series of all time. Venture behind the scenes to discover a huge array of fantastic sets, costumes, and props. Learn some closely guarded secrets, including facts about the special effects and animatronics that made the Harry Potter films so hugely popular around the world. Step onto the famous cobblestones of Diagon Alley, featuring the shopfronts of Ollivander's Wand Shop, Flourish and Blotts, and Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. See iconic props from the films, including Harry’s Nimbus 2000 and Hagrid’s motorcycle. Rediscover other memorable sets from the film series, including the Gryffindor common room, the boys’ dormitory, Hagrid’s hut, and the Potions classroom. Visit Platform 9 ¾ and ride the Hogwarts Express! Explore a perfect recreation of the platform and the train itself and relive the magic of Harry’s trips to Hogwarts by posing with a luggage trolley right before it disappears through the wall and walking through the train carriage. Learn how the iconic train scenes were filmed, and browse through your favorite character’s luggage! Top off your Hogwarts Express adventure in a train-themed souvenir shop and load up on goodies inspired by your favorite Potter films. For the first time ever, enter the set of Gringotts Wizarding Bank! Walk through the wizarding bank of Gringott's, the Lestrange vault, a gallery of goblins, and much more. Admire the imposing marble columns and discover the costumes and prosthetics belonging to Bogrod, Griphook, and many other Goblin bankers. Then enter the depths of the Lestrange vault used to store the treasures of Bellatrix Lestrange and surround yourselves with treasure. You'll have approximately 4 hours to enjoy the magic of the Harry Potter studio. Due to heavy traffic at busier times of the year, this may be shorter however the minimum time spent at the studio will be no less than 4 hours. With the bus journey included, the total duration of the tour is normally 7–7.5 hours, subject to traffic and entry times. Discovering Hogwarts: 2nd May - 4th September 2023: For the first time since filming, over 400 floating candles will adorn the enchanted ceiling of the Great Hall, giving visitors a chance to step into the set just as the cast would have seen it during Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

Millions of people have flocked through the doors of London’s Madame Tussauds since it first opened more than 200 years ago. Add your name to the list and make your way up the red carpet to see all your favorite stars. The museum-style ropes and poles have gone, so you can truly get up close and personal with A-list celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights, and historical icons. Relive the moments and events that made the world take notice. Join your favorite celebrities at the ultimate party including Eddie Redmayne, Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hardy. Strut your stuff on the catwalk with Cara, join the Royal Family on the iconic balcony, and take a selfie with royal couple Harry and Meghan. Explore the jungles of Kong: Skull Island with Tom Hiddleston as Captain James Conrad or hail a London cab for a journey through 400 years of the capital’s history. Then use the force to be transported to a galaxy far, far away and star in the action with the greats of the Star Wars universe.

Enjoy a wizardly adventure to the Harry Potter and Warner Brothers Studio. Board the bus in central London and journey to the home of Firebolts, chocolate frogs, and Polyjuice potions. Get up close and personal to the spell-bounding sets, the most iconic props, and the costumes worn by the trio Harry, Ron, and Hermione. Discover some of Hogwarts’s best-kept secrets, including fun insights about the special effects and animatronics. After arriving at the Studios, explore all the sets, props, and studio gift shop for 4 hours. Get your photo taken at your favorite filming locations such as the impressive Great Hall, Dumbledore’s office, and the Gryffindor common room.  Walk down the cobble-stoned Diagon Alley and picture the local witches and wizards as you pass Ollivander's, Flourish and Blotts, and Eeylops Owl Emporium. Visit Platform 9 ¾ and ride the Hogwarts Express. Explore a perfect recreation of the platform and the train itself. Relive the magic of Harry’s trips to Hogwarts by posing with a luggage trolley right before it disappears through the wall. Top off your Hogwarts Express adventure in a train-themed souvenir shop and load up on goodies inspired by your favorite Potter films. After you've had your fill of frothy Butterbeer and have tried your hand at riding a broomstick, board the bus back to London. Check out the studio shop to find some souvenirs before you head back to the world of Muggles.

Admire the views of London's most iconic sights with a cruise on the River Thames. Cruise to Greenwich to see London's historical sights from the River Thames. Journey past iconic sights such as the Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, and the Tate Modern. Choose between either a one-way or round-trip journey, with skip-the-line entry, and avoid the queues at the ticket office as you go straight to board the boat. Listen to the downloadable audio commentary on your smartphone as you enjoy the comfort of a modern but traditional vessel. Admire the pyramid structure of The Shard and see other monuments from London's historic waterway. Head to the open deck for panoramic views of London's landmarks. Stop at Embankment Pier, Festival Pier, and Tower Bridge Quay before arriving at Greenwich Pier. Feel free to explore the charms of Greenwich on your own terms, and see sights such as Greenwich Market, the Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich Park, and the Royal Observatory which are all within easy walking distance from the pier.