Secrets & Symbols

J﻿oin City of London Guides for fascinating stories, refreshing truths and hidden secrets of the oldest part of London ~ the Square Mile.

City of London Guides

A curious wander through the City of London.

City of London Information Centre

On this entertaining, enlightening, and fascinating tour, follow your expert guide. If you know where to look, the past still communicates its secrets concealed by a city two-thousand years old. Ever wonder why we say ‘at sixes and sevens? and what are those badges on the lamps outside the Royal Exchange? Why are there no roads in the City of London? Yet these streets have such curious names: Love Lane anybody! We will discover clues to the City’s past in strange marks and curious symbols along the environs of Cheapside, why Cheap? keeping an eye out for Honey Bees, Demi -Maidens and Sun bursts. And so much more!The tour takes around 2 hours including stopping to look at things along the way. Limited spaces which MUST be booked in advance. Reserve your place now.We try to make our tours as inclusive and accessible as possibleSafety:The safety of our guests and guides is paramount and we have limited group numbers to help manage this.All our guides are accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guiding (ITG) and follow ITG guidance for Tour Guiding.Enjoy your walk! Changes and refunds ; As we only run small group tours, cancellations and changes can only be made up to 24 hours before the tour.If you wish to change your tour or tour date please cancel prior to 24 hours and rebook.

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