London: James Bond Walking Tour
ID: GYG406531-738102
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Enter 00-heaven with Ian Fleming's iconic character James Bond. Explore the filming locations of some of EON's hit Bond films, those linked to Fleming's work in the Second World War, and real places where Britain's spies work today.
Zig-zag across central London, from stately Somerset House to the luxury Savoy hotel, Trafalgar Square to Whitehall. Savor sumptuous filming locations and uncover real-life spy secrets. See how art imitates life and vice versa through the lens of Ian Fleming's James Bond and his films.
Start at Somerset House, a filming location for both Goldeneye and Tomorrow Never Dies. Discover how this historic building in the heart of central London was transformed into Russia through clever set dressing and props.
After a short walk to the Savoy, discover the identity of one resident, a secret but well-known spy who was Fleming's friend, and leave shaken and stirred. Next, visit another iconic London landmark, Rules, London’s oldest restaurant. Learn how the site was used to film Daniel Craig’s Bond movie Spectre.
Visit locations in and around Trafalgar Square. Then it's over to Whitehall, where your guide will explain how the film crew managed to film securely in the throbbing heart of central London. In Whitehall, listen to your guide explain how Fleming’s work in the intelligence community inspired the world’s most famous fictional spy.
Final stop: the exterior of the MI6 headquarters in London. Discover all that the public knows about the Secret Intelligence Service. Learn how the IRA attacked the building Bond-style, and how the Bond makers managed to get permission to film here.
Highlights
- Have your photo taken outside the MI6 headquarters building, and learn about Britain's real-life spies
- Visit locations from hit films such as Spectre, Skyfall, and No Time To Die.
- See the building where Ian Fleming worked during the Second World War
- Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of what it was like to work on the Bond films
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour will take place in all weather conditions. Please check the weather forecast prior to travelling to the start point of the tour, and dress accordingly.
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the activity start time.
The guide will meet you outside Fernandez and Wells, in the courtyard of Somerset House.
Look out for someone carrying a Tours of the UK backpack, or someone wearing a Tours of the UK coat.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
