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Walking Britain: 15 Guided Routes Worth Booking

211 walks  ·  from $5 a head

Closes, ginnels, snickelways and one very famous set of murders. The 15 below cover Edinburgh, London, York and the rest, with prices, weather notes and how much of each route is uphill.

Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Southwark Cathedral and Borough Market
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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

1.Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,044 reviews · 135 minutes - 2.5 hours · from $20Our pick

Join a Harry Potter fan guide such as Eva, Louis, Murray, or Luke for a 2.5-hour walk from Southwark to Soho. Sort into Hogwarts Houses, compete in a quiz, see filming and inspiration sites, watch movie clips, and choose a Thames boat ride or Underground journey along the route.

“Murrays enthusiasm was unmatched, althoug there was a heavy rain, he still was always in a great mood and showed us some of the lesser known spots/movie scenes. It was great!”

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Edinburgh: Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour - Starting at the William Chambers Monument
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Edinburgh: Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour

2.Harry Potter Magical Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,944 reviews · 2 hours · from $19

Spend two hours walking Edinburgh’s Old Town with a live guide such as Kieran, Jenny, Robbie, or Nadine. Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard, see Rowling’s golden handprints, sort into a Hogwarts House, and compete in a Harry Potter quiz. This tour covers inspiration, not film locations.

“It was really fun, I don’t know much about harry potter but Malek made it interesting. She was fun to have as a guide and she also implemented some history into the tour also.”

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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket - Finding the meeting point beside St. Giles’ Cathedral
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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

3.Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 11,699 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $49

Meet your guide near St. Giles’ Cathedral and walk uphill to Edinburgh Castle for a 90-minute outdoor tour. Guides such as Jen, Joe, Valeria, Nick, and David bring the fortress to life with stories of Mary, Queen of Scots, sieges, and royal power. Entry is included, with time afterward to explore the buildings yourself.

“Valeria was a wonderful tour guide. Charming, interesting, and energetic. she presented history in such a lively way and kept the big group all engaged. We left feeling we'd learned so much about Edinburgh Castle and Scotland's past.”

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Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town - Ghosts, witchcraft, and the stone circle
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Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

4.Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8,506 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33

Meet near Edinburgh Castle for a short Old Town walk before entering the South Bridge vaults. Guides such as James, Josh, Louisa, Kieran, and Aimee bring stories of poverty, crime, ghosts, and witchcraft to life. Expect a chilly, dim setting, uneven ground, tight spaces, and a steep entrance.

“Great tour that gives a great insight into the history of the vaults as well as being slightly spooky. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide than Kieran. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, funny and friendly!”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Christ Church and the Victorian setting
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

5.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,833 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Follow a Ripperologist through Whitechapel for two hours, from Altab Ali Park to the Ten Bells Pub. Expect crime-scene stops, suspect theories, victim stories, Victorian social history, and visual evidence. Guides such as Martin Cheng, Nic, Ivan, Gabby, and Bettina are praised for clear storytelling, humor, and thoughtful treatment of the victims. Graphic content is included.

“Very interesting and detailed information. Guide was upbeat and animated in her delivery, very engaging indeed, creating mystery and intrigue. Brilliant and professional delivery of a well thought out tour.”

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Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide - The University of Oxford: begin with the big picture
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Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

6.Oxford University Walking Tour With University Alumni Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,905 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41Top rated

Walk Oxford with a current or former university student who explains college life, admissions, traditions, and architecture. In two hours, you’ll see Radcliffe Camera, the Bodleian Library, Trinity College, All Souls, and more. The tour starts in Oxford, with an optional London pickup and return by luxury minibus.

“Eloise was awesome… very informative… and from a current student’s perspective… We learned much about Oxford University’s history in two hours… and we could have spent an additional two hours… thanks”

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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket - Finding the meeting point beside St. Giles’ Cathedral
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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

7.Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,540 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Meet near St Giles Cathedral for a 90-minute English tour of Edinburgh Castle. Guides such as Joe, Sonia, Raj, and Valeria explain Scotland’s royal and military past outdoors, then leave you free to enter the Royal Palace, Great Hall, museums, and prisons at your own pace.

“Joe was an outstanding guide! In spite of the weather, he pointed out fascinating historical features of the castle, bringing it to life. He has a delightful way about him.”

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Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English - The walk uphill gives the castle a sense of place
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Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English

8.Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Meet your English-speaking guide by the Adam Smith statue on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, then walk uphill to Edinburgh Castle. Your guide explains Scottish history, royal characters, dungeons, Crown Jewels, and odd castle tales before leaving you to explore the buildings alone. Guides may include Koffe, Greg, Steph, Euan, Graeme, Ben, or Ian.

“What a fascinating tour of the castle! Our guide Steph is the best ever…she told us so much about Scottish history, and she made it alive with her story telling skills and passion about for her land and people.”

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Tour for Muggles The Ultimate Harry Potter Walking Tour in London - Leadenhall Market and the Leaky Cauldron
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Tour for Muggles The Ultimate Harry Potter Walking Tour in London

9.Tour for Muggles The Ultimate Harry Potter Walking Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,684 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $23

Follow an actor-guide such as Harry, Alex, or Con Weasley through London’s Harry Potter locations. In two hours, you’ll see Leadenhall Market, St. Paul’s, Millennium Bridge, the Globe, the Golden Hinde, the Clink, and Borough Market, with film facts, London history, and a magical quiz.

“Alex gave us such a good tour and really knew his Harry Potter! He was extremely charismatic, funny, and so knowledgeable. The Harry Potter facts he knew were awesome and some were so niche I feel like I need to reread the books and rewatch the movies! His personality really made the tour special, and we had such a great time walking London with him. We would absolutely book with Alex again, both he and this tour were phenomenal!”

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Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide - Starting in Oxford’s historic center
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Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

10.Oxford: University and City Walking Tour with Alumni Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,429 reviews · 2 - 10 hours · from $40

Walk through Oxford with a current or former student guide such as Sam, Saga, Jacob, or Tom. Expect college architecture, university traditions, the Bodleian Library, Harry Potter filming locations, and stories linking Oxford to Tolkien, Lewis, Alice in Wonderland, and the Reformation.

“Sam Day was excellent. He made the university tour both interesting and amusing. He was knowledgeable of historical facts and could also share from his experience as a student at Oxford. No hesitation to recommend.”

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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends - Calton Hill brings views and witch-trial history
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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

11.Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,862 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet at 6:30 pm on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile for a two-hour walk through murder tales, witch trials, body snatchers, and haunted streets. Guides such as Niamh, Brian, James, and G have each earned praise for lively storytelling. Expect hills, outdoor stops, changing weather, and a final pub visit at your own expense.

“Niamh (Nieve) was such a fun time!! By far one of the most entertaining and engaging tour guides I’ve ever been had. Niamh remained respectful of the disturbing history yet added a component of humor and lightheartedness to keep things upbeat. Throughly enjoyed my birthday walk through Edinburgh’s dark history.”

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London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour - Spitalfields Market: setting the scene
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London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour

12.London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,131 reviews

Walk from Aldgate East through Spitalfields and Brick Lane to Mitre Square while an expert guide explains the 1888 murders, victims, suspects, and police inquiry. Expect original photographs, press reports, questions, and a free 194-page ebook. Guides may include Jeremy, Angie, Philip, or Jackie.

“Informative, interesting, and fun! Jeremy was the perfect tour guide, he kept the group entertained but told the story of the five victims and the ripper himself in detail with facts and theories. I also enjoyed all the information on the buildings and architecture that was arounRead more”

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London: Harry Potter Movies Walking Tour (Kids Go Free) - Cecil Court and Goodwin’s Court: London’s small-scale magic
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London: Harry Potter Movies Walking Tour (Kids Go Free)

13.Harry Potter Movies Walking Tour (Kids Go Free)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,071 reviews · 3 hours · from $20

Follow a Potter-head guide from King’s Cross to London Bridge, stopping at Platform 9¾, Cecil Court, Goodwin’s Court, the Palace Theatre, Leicester Square, Westminster, Borough Market, and more. You’ll mix film locations with London history, visit two Potter shops, use the Tube twice, and walk for three hours. Children under 16 go free.

“Mike was such an awesome tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and made the tour very entertaining. I would totally do this tour again!”

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A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour - Beginning beside Belfast City Hall
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A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

14.A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,883 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Walk central Belfast for 2.5 hours with a local English-speaking guide, visiting City Hall, Donegall Place, the Cathedral Quarter, Ann Street, and the Beacon of Hope. Guides such as James, Anne, Mylie, Róisín, and Rory bring political history and personal memories to a balanced account of The Troubles. Expect 1.5 miles of easy, flat walking.

“Excellent tour. Miley was a phenomenal guide. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to learn some fascinating history about Belfast.”

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Edinburgh: Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour - Meeting the guide near the Adam Smith statue
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Edinburgh: Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour

15.Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,361 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Spend two hours walking Edinburgh’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with an English-speaking guide. Expect medieval streets, folklore, Scottish Enlightenment stories, Harry Potter connections, and stops near Mercat Cross, St. Giles Cathedral, and the Grassmarket. Guides such as Koffe, Max, Euan, Ben, and Graeme are known for lively storytelling and local tips.

“Mr G was very informative, friendly, and accommodating. We would absolutely recommend him. We would never have seen this city in such detail and short amount of time had we not have taken the tour. 5 stars!”

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