Private Bespoke Tour: Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
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Private Bespoke Tour: Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
By Richard's Tours
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 3–4 hours
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Professional guide
- Private tour
What's not included- This is mainly a walking tour, but an Oyster Card or travel card is required for the London Underground to make it easier to move between locations.
- Entry/Admission - The Sherlock Holmes Museum
- Start:
- Embankment station, Embankment Pl, London WC2N 6NS, UKJust next to the ticket barriers inside the station
End:- Baker Street, Baker St, London, UKSherlock Holmes Museum
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 60273P26- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 60273P26
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- Polgara4000 contributionsTed Lasso fan favorite!The tour guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend a tour with him! Very easy to get to and always a small group!Written 23 February 2025
- I1621RKscottm0 contributionsThis tour is a yes!!Richmond is a beautiful, charming place. The Ted Lasso tour did not disappoint! Great guide, fun commentary, solid fish and chips. Ps - don’t skip the biscuits!!Written 17 February 2025
- M4869MJkylec0 contributionsA highlight of our London trip!We booked a Charles Dickens tour with Richard and it was a highlight of our London trip. He really has a gift for blending history, geography, and literature in his storytelling.Written 4 January 2025
- Z4810PJdeborahc0 contributionsChurchill War RoomsWow! Interesting place, War Rooms are kept as they originally were. A view of history that brings the devastation and suffering as well as the courage and determination of England (and all the allies) in focus. Wander through the war rooms and into the Churchill Museum. His life laid out and described.Written 10 December 2024
- amysmiller10 contributionsCouldn't have been more pleased!Fantastic tour - worth every penny! Richard is incredibly knowledgeable about Winston Churchill and he his passionate about sharing what he knows (which is a lot). The Churchill War Rooms are incredible and a very powerful historical experience.Written 20 October 2024
- brian314600 contributionsLearned so much from a true professional guide, about a towering figure in modern world history - Sir Winston Churchill!Richard, as a guide, was perfect for the lead in acquainting me with Central London's geographic, cultural/social and political importance just prior to and during the life of Winston Churchill. While he kept me moving from location to location, he did not go so fast that I was unable to take a key photo or ask a question from time to time, greatly augmenting my knowledge via his responses. While exhibiting a truly unapologetic British accent, his speech cadence, volume and tonal qualities made his stories easy on the ear - and his vocabulary is wonderful! Another benefit of being led by Richard, is that he was so self-confident in his deep knowledge of the subject matter that he demonstrated complete composure even if I turned on my phone's video from time to time, as I was intent on preserving some of my lessons on the different eras of Churchill's life. Because of this, I will be able to revisit his teaching on the very interesting situations of Churchill's life, while back in the States. Finally, if you are only marginally interested in the life of such a historic figure, Richard's Tour is a blessing for tourists to connect with, as he is a professional in all that he does, guiding you through quaint streets of Mayfair, St. James Place, etc., (even suggesting an occasional restroom stop from time to time). Walking distance on this tour is significant, but his pace is not too fast. In all ways, I was blessed to have connected to Britain's (the world's) important past through Richard. Spend the money and learn all that you can in a period that is reasonable to spend on this tour.Written 10 October 2024
- fepoole0 contributionsLovely walking tour around Richmond visiting filming locations of Ted LassoBrilliant walking tour with Richard around Richmond seeing a whole lot of filming locations for Ted Lasso. Met Richard in central London & caught the district line out to Richmond (end of the line). We walked all around the village, stopping to talk about different scenes from the series & take photos. It’s a really gorgeous village. Learned a bit about the history of Richmond too & Richmond Green. A very enjoyable walking tour with Richard. Thank you!Written 19 September 2024
- Inspire545270010030 contributionsGreat tourA fun and active tour that explores many cool landmarks. I learned a lot and had a lot of fun. The tour guild was fun and well versed on WinstonWritten 4 September 2024
- jasonmG8257ET0 contributionsGreat guided walking tour.Great tour if you’re interested in this historical figure. Our guide was personable and engaging. Tour concluded with free time in the Churchill War Rooms. 4.5 hours.Written 25 August 2024
- G4023VFpaulh0 contributionsGreat afternoon in LondonHad a really good afternoon and the host Claire was passionate and engaging and really friendly. Would highly recommendWritten 18 August 2024
- Beth L0 contributions"Exceptional Guide with Unique Insights"Richard,our tour guide, was punctual, friendly, and shared unique, lesser-known facts. Highly recommend him as a guide.Written 13 August 2024
- sakurakok5390 contributionsSherlock, Watson and Richard, wonderfulI'm from Japan. Our guide Richard had a sore throat but he still entertained us. Thank you very much. I highly recommend this tour for Sherlock fans!!! After the tour, you'll want to watch the show again. Richard is cool and fun. You are the best and amazing guide.Written 16 July 2024
- P4672VFchriso0 contributionsWimbledon 2024Stay in the Kingston Richmond area for 4 nights and went to Wimbledon. Great time super chill for a quick trip from the states. Flights were all delayed but that more of the norm in today’s travel.Written 14 July 2024
- 608drur0 contributionsTed Lasso Tour - July 2024Richard’s Ted Lasso tour was simply amazing! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. We got to see several filming locations for the show, as well as learned a little local history along the way. Richard was very kind and made sure to take our picture at key locations. I highly recommend Richard and his tours!Written 4 July 2024
- Culture168634066260 contributionsA tour not to be missed .Thanks to Adam who was a great tour guide . I rarely write reviews. I enjoyed it but sadly the pubs finish early here hehe . Same in Australia as well around midnight in some pubs .The company with other travellers I enjoyed as everyone shared their experiences. Tips and so forth . Nice being a solo traveller as you get to meet new people .Written 25 June 2024
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Isabelle B
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Jul 2023 • Family
Richard is very knowledgable about London history and Sherlock Holmes. We went to three different locations (by tube) and everything was filled with good stories and interesting information. He also gives other tours, for example about Charles Dickens. I am sure that's interesting too. Thank you.
Written 21 July 2023
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Thank you so much for this. Been a busy season, and I am only just getting round to thanking people for all the amazing reviews.
I really appreciate your kind words and feedback. Thank you so much.
Written 24 August 2023
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John B
Morgantown, WV5 contributions
We took two tours with Richard and both of the were more like a visit with a friend showing off their neighborhood. He is courteous, thoughtful, accommodating and, most importantly, knowledgeable about even the most obscure bit of information.
Written 2 July 2023
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tkup306
Saskatoon, Canada13 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
We had a great afternoon on our tour with Richard. He was relaxed and flexible as he took us around the city. He had interesting stories and bits of information all along the way. We will definitely book another tour with him when we are back in town! Thanks for a fun day Richard!
Written 22 August 2019
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Katie J
Savage, MN1 contribution
Aug 2019 • Couples
This was a fantastic trip; very informational, very flexible, included parts of London we hadn't visited yet. Would definitely recommend!
Written 16 August 2019
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