Experience Somerset House: London's Cultural Heart

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Somerset House, one of London's most iconic cultural landmarks. Discover a world where history meets contemporary art through breathtaking museum tours, captivating walking tours, and exclusive private experiences. Whether you are exploring its stunning neoclassical architecture, enjoying a sophisticated afternoon tea, or diving into vibrant art exhibitions, Somerset House offers an unforgettable London attraction experience. From guided historical walks to immersive cultural adventures, find the perfect way to explore this majestic riverside gem and create lasting memories in the heart of the city.

4.86/5 visitor ratingFrom $14.99 per person21 unique experiences62% private tour options

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Rating

Rating

4.86★ average

Based on 793 pooled reviews with ~95% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$23–$265 typical

Median price is $102, with a full range of $15–$529

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural walking tours

90% are walking tours and 95% focus on cultural themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

~3 hours median

Typical duration ranges from 1.9 to 4.2 hours

Tour Format

Tour Format

62% private tours

76% of options also offer free cancellation

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes English, Dutch, Chinese, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, and French

21 Products

London James Bond and Spies Guided Walking Tour
2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$22
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London James Bond and Spies Guided Walking Tour
Summary

Meet your guide by the London Eye and prepare to explore the exciting world of espionage from the James Bond franchise. Learn all about the man behind Bond, Ian Fleming, and how his experiences in combat and spying on enemies of Britain led to the creation of fiction's greatest secret agent. Hear a...

Inclusions
  • Guided walking tour of Bond filming locations
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • iPad with film scenes and picture references
Itinerary
  • County Hall
  • Westminster Bridge
  • Parliament Square
  • Whitehall
  • St. James's Park
  • Pall Mall, London
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Playhouse Theatre
  • Waterloo Bridge
  • Somerset House
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Not recommended for people who have difficulty with long distance walking
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sherlock Holmes Old London - Very Small Group Walking Tour
$107
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Sherlock Holmes Old London - Very Small Group Walking Tour
Summary

The game is afoot.... For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect small group tour to take you deep into the Victorian world of the great Detective and his loyal friend Dr J Watson. This tour focuses on the original stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle from the 1880's - 1925. Your guide is a tru...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
Exclusions
  • Oyster Card or travel card is required for the London Underground to move between locations.
Itinerary
  • Somerset House
  • The Sherlock Holmes Museum
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London
2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellationLikely to sell out
$265
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Private Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London
Summary

Follow the trail of everyone’s favourite detective as you hunt down filming and literarey locations linked with great detective with your own private guide. A must for Sherlock Holmes fans, this 2 hour, walking tour will take you around London districts from the West End to the City of London. Along...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Learn more about Sherlock Holmes with behind the scenes commentary
  • Explore London districts like Westminster, Southwark and the City of London
  • See memorable sites like St Bart’s Hospital, the South Bank and Westminster
  • 2.5-hour tour of Sherlock film locations in London
Itinerary
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • St. James's
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Strand
  • Somerset House
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London
2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$27
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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London
Summary

Spend the morning hot on the heels of Sherlock Holmes in London, learning about the popular Victorian detective while seeing countless filming locations and literary haunts. The 2-hour tour is led by a film-expert guide, who’ll introduce you to sites like Somerset House, the fictional Diogenes Club ...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Somerset House
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Royal Academy of Arts
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

London Christmas Sparkle Private Walking Tour
3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$102
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London Christmas Sparkle Private Walking Tour
Summary

Watch London become a real fairy tale. Enjoy the Christmas lights in Mayfair. Fly with the angels in Regent Street. Take pictures in a secret market and visit the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square. Your private guide is happy to provide you with extra tips for the rest of your London holiday.

Inclusions
  • Hidden gems of the London Chrismas spectacle
  • Private Walking Tour
  • Kid - loving guide
Exclusions
  • Pick-up & Drop-off
Itinerary
  • Oxford Street
  • Bond Street
  • Mayfair
  • Regent Street
  • Liberty London
  • Carnaby Street
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Covent Garden
  • Somerset House
  • Strand
  • Trafalgar Square
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

London: Landmarks Walking Tour & Harry Potter Walking Tour
$34
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London: Landmarks Walking Tour & Harry Potter Walking Tour
Summary

This walking tour takes you on a journey through London's iconic landmarks, with a touch of royalty and Harry Potter magic. Visit Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Starting from Trafalgar Square, where you can see Nelson's Column and the National Gallery, the tour will take y...

Inclusions
  • Sightseeing app with multiple city walking routes
  • Wizard Walk Walking tour
  • Landmarks Tour
Exclusions
  • Entry to attractions
  • Public transportation tickets
  • Entry to Warner Bros Harry Potter Studios
  • Visit to Kings Cross Platform 9 ¾
Itinerary
  • Big Ben
  • Houses of Parliament
  • Parliament Square
  • Winston Churchill Statue
  • The UK Supreme Court
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Buckingham Palace
  • St. James's Park
  • St. James's Palace
  • Burlington Arcade
  • Regent Street
  • Soho
  • Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
  • Churchill War Rooms
  • Battle of Britain Monument
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Leicester Square
  • St Martin-In-The-Fields
  • Strand
  • Somerset House
  • Waterloo Bridge
  • National Theatre
  • London Eye
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Your ticket includes multiple self-guided routes of London. Follow the instructions on the voucher to access them
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

London: The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House Entry Ticket
Summary

Explore the the Courtauld Gallery, one of the world’s great art collections, from medieval works to Post-Impressionism. Enjoy the magnificent historical setting of Somerset House in central London.

London Cable Car + Uber Boat Hop-On Hop-Off 1 Day River Pass
$56
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London Cable Car + Uber Boat Hop-On Hop-Off 1 Day River Pass
Summary

Experience London by land, water, and air with this ultimate combination ticket. Start your journey with unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off travel on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, allowing you to explore the city’s iconic landmarks along the River Thames at your own pace. Then, take your adventure to new ...

Inclusions
  • Breath taking aerial views of London from the cable car.
  • Free River Guide available here:
  • Indoor seating and covered outdoor areas on Uber Boat.
  • Roundtrip journey on the London Cable Car.
  • 1-day unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off pass on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.
Exclusions
  • Use of the O2 Post Express
  • Food and beverages (available for purchase on Uber Boat and at cable car stations).
  • Attraction entrance tickets to other landmarks.
  • Pick-Up is not included - please go to the any pier between Putney and Barking Riverside.
Itinerary
  • Cutty Sark
  • The Thames Barrier Information Centre
  • Battersea Power Station
  • Houses of Parliament
  • Westminster Abbey
  • London Eye
  • Somerset House
  • St. Paul's Cathedral
  • The Shard
  • Tower of London
  • Old Royal Naval College
  • London Cable Car Experience
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, All our piers are step-free and wheelchair accessible except for Cadogan, London Bridge City and Wandsworth Riverside Quarter piers. This is because the brow can become too steep, dependant on the tide, at these locations, making it unsafe for wheelchair users., Tickets are valid within all zones West - Central and East (between Putney and Barking Riverside piers)., Tickets are not valid on The O2 express services., Please present your printed or e-ticket at any of Uber Boat by Thames Clippers piers, Only certain models of mobility scooter can travel on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers vessels. Whilst some mobility scooters will fit, some are too large. Please contact Uber Boat by Thames Clippers directly., You can get on the boat and travel at any of our piers ., Children up to the age of 10 must always be accompanied by an adult., Tickets are valid for the day selected during booking for 1 Day unlimited journeys from anywhere between Putney and Barking Riverside., Boarding is based on a first come first served basis
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

London: James Bond, Ian Fleming, and Real Spies Walking Tour
3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$244
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London: James Bond, Ian Fleming, and Real Spies Walking Tour
Summary

This Fictional and Film Spy tour of London is 00-heaven. Whilst visiting locations across central London, you will discover how these places have been used in some of the most famous Spy books, films, and TV shows Starting at Somerset House, this tour shows you some of the best bits of Bond, the b...

Inclusions
  • Guiding Fee
Exclusions
  • TFL Oyster, Travelcard, or Contactless payment for bus journey from Whitehall to Vauxhall Bridge.
Itinerary
  • Somerset House
  • Charing Cross Underground Station
  • Trafalgar Square
  • The National Gallery
  • Reform Club
  • Whitehall
  • Westminster Bridge
  • Vauxhall Bridge
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
1.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$10
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London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Summary

If you like humorous history, quirky facts and hidden surprises, this self-guided walk right in the centre of London is for you. Having lived in London all my life, I decided to uncover its wacky history. I'm also an avid traveller and understand the importance of experiencing a city with a local ...

Inclusions
  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to 'London's Alternative History Tour'
Exclusions
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Itinerary
  • Covent Garden
  • Theatre Royal Drury Lane
  • Lyceum Theatre
  • Somerset House
  • Victoria Embankment
  • Waterloo Bridge
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This tour is wheelchair accessible with one caveat: part of the final portion of the tour after Waterloo Bridge has staircases – wheelchair users can stay on bridge-level and proceed to the final two stops which are on the same level.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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