This post covers how to take a day trip from London to the Cotswolds, including tips on organized bus tours, shuttles, trains, and more. Overview The Cotswolds is a large area comprising many small towns, so if you’re planning a day trip, you’ll want to decide on a few specific locations you’d like to visit. […]
This post covers the Heathrow Express, whether you should take it to Paddington Station or not, as well as information on tickets, transfers, and other tips. What is the Heathrow Express? Heathrow Express is a specialised train service that runs, continuously, every 15 minutes, between Paddington Station and Heathrow Airport. It's the fastest way to […]
This post provides information about traveling from London to Canterbury using a shuttle bus. If you want to drive there instead, this post also includes directions for cars as well. Overview Shuttle Driving Train Day Trips Walking Tours OVERVIEW There are several ways to get from London to Canterbury, and this post will cover all […]
For centuries various royal families have resided in London, building castles in and around this capital city. Here is your list of London castles and castles nearby that you can visit! All can be visited as a day trip. And check out our list of London's Royal Palaces, to learn about Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, […]
If you're an American in London and feeling a bit nostalgic (or just looking to purchase from a company you are familiar with), here are some restaurants and stores you can and can't find in the city. Note that if you're interested in getting to know about the local food scene, you might consider taking […]
This post will provide details about each of the hop-on-hop-off bus tours available in London. We will also include information about any discounts or deals available on tickets. Let's get started!
This post compares the London Pass, the Explorer Pass, and other tourist discount passes in London. Learn how a tourist discount pass could save you money on attractions, tours, and more.
Free Tours By Foot has teamed up with one of London's iconic black cab drivers to help deliver you an experience you won't get in any other city on earth! Take in all that London has to offer in the comfort of a classic London black cab, led by your very own licensed driver and […]
Free Tours By Foot is proud to present Newcastle's first pay-what-you-like brewery tour! The Ouseburn has a cluster of great independent breweries and the area is has developed a national reputation (some would claim an international reputation!). Come along with us to explore small, one man micro breweries to larger operations with state of the […]
Many people associate the Tower of London with beheadings and executions. True, the Tower of London held hundreds of prisoners throughout the centuries. But, throughout its 1,000 year history, only 22 people were executed inside the Tower of London, and more than half of those occurred during the 20th century. However, just outside the Tower […]
This post provides information about some of the most interesting things to see along Regent’s Canal as you walk from Little Venice to Camden. We will also include details about the history of this location and notable sites between the two neighbourhoods. Overview Regent’s Canal extends throughout the city of London, and there are a […]
In this post, we go over the top things to do in Hyde Park, one of London's great public green spaces. We also list nearby attractions and things to do. What is Hyde Park? Once Henry VIII’s private hunting grounds, Hyde Park was first opened to the public during the reign of King Charles I […]
This is our guide to visiting London's beautiful Regent's Park. Originally a country retreat for royalty, today the park is a charming and beautiful royal park, open to the public all year 'round. Read below for a brief history of the park, what to do when you get there, opening dates and hours, as well […]
This post provides information about Kensington Gardens and all the things there are to see and do in the area. We'll also include details about how to get there, things to see in the area, nearby attractions, and even some of the best places to eat in the neighbourhood. What is Kensington Gardens? Once the […]
This post covers everything you need to know about celebrating Christmas at Covent Garden. As local tour guides, we spend a lot of time in Covent Garden, but our favorite time of the year is around Christmas. And in the video below, Sinead, a guide with Free Tours by Foot, takes you on a virtual […]
