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Turmoil, Templars & Oliver Twist London's Squalor and Splendour
Activity Duration (2 hours)
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Hosted in English
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Turmoil, Templars, and Oliver Twist: London's Squalor and Splendour.
What you'll do
London's history stretches back hundreds, if not thousands, of years. From the Saxon invaders to the Knights Templar to the Bow Street Runners, each era has left its mark on the city. On this small-group walking tour, you'll explore the storied history of Holborn in Central London. You'll see the locations that inspired Charles Dickens when writing Oliver Twist, learn about London's most notorious prisons, and explore the splendor of the Freemasons' Hall.
What is included?
Guided walking tour
What is not included?
Gratuities
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended if you're unable to walk two miles at a reasonable pace
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Tanjong Sport Travel
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Itinerary
London Walking Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Turmoil, Templars & Oliver Twist London's Squalor and Splendour in London, United Kingdom (UK). This walking tours experience includes 7 stops over 1 day. Duration: 2 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice
1
Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The history of the Bow Street Runners
2
Freemasons' Hall
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The history of Freemasons' Hall
3
Royal Courts of Justice
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The history of the Royal Courts of Justice
4
Temple Church
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The history of the Knights Templar and Temple Church
5
The London Silver Vaults
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The world's largest collection of retail silver
6
Staple Inn
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The last remaining of the Inns of Chancery buildings
7
Old Bailey
Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The site of the Central Criminal Court - aka the Old Bailey - where Newgate Prison once stood
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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