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The Freemasons Tour of London
2 Adults x $244.70
$489.40
Approx Total
$489.40
Pickup included
The Freemasons Tour of London
2 Adults x $245.94
$491.88
Approx Total
$491.88
Pickup included
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Hotel pick-up
Tube tickets before and after the tour
Overview
During its 2,000 year history London has been shaped by all manner of religious and military groups associated with the Holy Land and we will visit both some of the most famous.
The first place we will visit is the old gatehouse of the Knights of St John and learn about their role in the Crusades.
A short walk away takes us to Charterhouse, an island of antiquity that started off as a Priory, became a school and then a hospital. We may also visit the remains of victim of the Black Death from their plague pit.
At Smithfields we will see William Wallace of Braveheart died & learn the story behind St. Barts.
Then to Temple Church, set in a beautiful, quiet courtyard just off Fleet Street made famous by the DaVinci Code films with Tom Hanks.
Passing through beautiful Middle Temple, often used for filming to Lincolns Inn Fields (the largest square in London) to finish at the Freemasons Hall. Here we will get to learn a little about this often little-known but historic group.
Itinerary
Clerk's Well
See this hidden well that even most Londoners don't know about and learn about how this old knights well gave its name to an entire district of London.
5 minutes
Marx Memorial Library
The communist heritage of Clerkenwell continues with this working institute.
5 minutes
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We will see the beautiful old church garden, planted with traditional medicinal plants along with a surprising ancient military weapon.
10 minutes
St John's Gate
An impressive old gatehouse / tower that was once the entryway to the compound of the Knights of St John.
5 minutes
The Museum of the Order of St John
We will see the gatehouse belonging to the Knights of St John Crusaders and have a quick look inside at their collection of weapons and armour. *Please note this museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesday*
15 minutes
The Charterhouse
Charterhouse Square, one of the largest plague pits before entering Charterhouse chapel and amongst other things seeing a recently discovered skeleton of a victim of the Black Death (Plague). *Please note this museum is closed on Mondays*
15 minutes
Church of St. Bartholomew the Great
One of the oldest churches in London and built by a Crusader.
5 minutes
St Bartholomew's Gatehouse
One of the hidden treasures of the City of London and dating back almost 800 years old.
5 minutes
WIlliam Wallace Memorial
We will see the spot where Braveheart died as well as learn of some of the other notable events that took place in this historic location.
10 minutes
N/A
The ruins of this old monastic building form a beautiful garden under the shadow of St Pauls Cathedral.
5 minutes
Christopher Wren's Temple Bar
The old gate of the City of London with a fascinating and sometimes gory past.
5 minutes
St. Paul's Cathedral
A beautiful symbol of the City of London.
5 minutes
N/A
In a small yard, down a tiny alleyway we will see all that remains of an institution that gave this famous part of London its name.
5 minutes
N/A
The remains of this monastic building are well off the beaten track for most Londoners, let alone tourists but this one is right on our path towards one of the most famous churches in the world.
5 minutes
N/A
Explore Middle Temple, a beautiful area often used in television and films such as Downton Abbey or Charles Dickens.
5 minutes
Temple Church
Inspired by what the Templars saw in the Holy Land, they built this ancient church which for a time was incredibly popular due to the DaVinci Code films but is now once again a peaceful sanctuary.
15 minutes
Inner Temple
Learn about this beautiful and tranquil refuge in London
5 minutes
Fleet Street
We will walk along one of the most famous streets in London, once the home to the infamous British newspaper trade and visit a long lost ruin from a famous monastic order.
10 minutes
The Old Curiosity Shop
We will pass by the oldest shop in London, immortalised in the writings of Charles Dickens.
5 minutes
The Seven Stars
This tiny old pub was once an early meeting place of the Freemasons
5 minutes
Lincoln's Inn
We will pass through the largest square in London, though one rarely visited by tourists. Learn the story of the Great Fire of London here.
10 minutes
Freemasons' Hall
Freemasons' Hall in London is the headquarters of the United Grand Lodge of England and the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of England, as well as being a meeting place for many Masonic Lodges in the London area. * Please note the Freemasons Museum is closed on Wednesdays*
15 minutes
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Free Cancellation
June 19100% refund
June 20No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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"The handshake" Please encourage men today to join and help others
Published on Oct, 2024
Happy to say, Kevin was our guide again. My husband and Kevin are Free Masons - hence "The handshake" Please encourage men today to join and learn how to help others.
"The handshake" Please encourage men today to join and help others
Published on Oct, 2024
Happy to say, Kevin was our guide again. My husband and Kevin are Free Masons - hence "The handshake" Please encourage men today to join and learn how to help others.
Outstanding “secret” tour!
Published on Jul, 2024
Kevin was a great guide, and super knowledgeable about the city. He took us to places we never would have about without his help. The tour was very interesting, and we had a wonderful time.
Outstanding “secret” tour!
Published on Jul, 2024
Kevin was a great guide, and super knowledgeable about the city. He took us to places we never would have about without his help. The tour was very interesting, and we had a wonderful time.
Lovely walking tour
Published on Jun, 2024
Great tour! Great guide! It was a lovely walk through parts of London I’ve never seen. I was very happy to see the churches.
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