Look Up London: West End tour
Discover the vibrant heart of London with "Look Up: West End," an exciting tour curated by Katie Wignall, London blue-badge tour guide and creator of the history blog Look Up London.
Wander through the bustling streets of the West End and uncover architectural gems that often go unnoticed.
Look Up London brings you to the fascinating stories London’s West End has to offer, from London's oldest bookshop, first built shopping centre and an oasis of calm minutes from Leicester Square Gardens.
Join Look Up London for an exciting afternoon tour of fascinating stories in the heart of the West End.
- Start: St James’s Church
- End: Notre Dame de France
- Tour 1. Wednesday 26th June
- Tour 2. Thursday 27th June
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