Downton Abbey Filming Locations in London: Private Half-Day Tour
What your day looks like
Explore the city of London like a lord or a lady and follow the footsteps of your favourite characters on this Downton Abbey Filming Locations half-day tour. Even though Yorkshire and Highclere Castle are the main Downton Abbey filming sites for the earlier episodes, central London started to hog the limelight as the show clocked its later innings, and on this tour, you will flashback to the popular scenes set in the city’s iconic landmarks. Be bowled over by a few secret filming locations, including Lord Grantham’s London stately home shared by your Professional Private Driver Guide who happens to be a Downton Abbey fanatic as well. Brace for non-stop peppy conversation, not crisp commentary.
The experience, in brief
- Explore the city of London like a lord or a lady
- Follow the footsteps of your favourite characters
The journey, in full
Play guessing games to jog your memory as you see: -Buckingham Palace, while not a regular setting, references are made throughout the series due to its importance as the residence of the British monarch; -Lancaster House, a neo-classical mansion used for filming historical dramas due to its opulent interiors; -Bridgewater House, a privately owned home symbol the exclusivity and wealth of its owner, reflecting the lifestyle of the elite during that era; -Belgrave Square, an affluent area in London; -Criterion Restaurant, the historic restaurant in Piccadilly Circus; -The Ritz London Hotel, built in 1906, -Hyde Park and the Albert Memorial, one of London's largest parks served as a backdrop for strolls and social events; -Astor House, -St. Pancras Station, is used in many scenes boarding trains or meeting others in London; and these are just for starters. How many could you spot?
Your day, step by step
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City/Town Tour.
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Sightseeing at Buckingham Palace.
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Sightseeing at Downing Street.
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Sightseeing at Piccadilly Circus.
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Sightseeing at St James's Palace.
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Sightseeing at Palace of Westminster.
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Sightseeing at Soho Square - London.
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Sightseeing at Covent Garden.
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Sightseeing at National Gallery, London.
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Sightseeing at Mayfair.
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Sightseeing at River Thames.
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Sightseeing at Savile Row.
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Sightseeing at St Pancras Old Church.
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Sightseeing at Lancaster Gate (London).
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Sightseeing at Hyde Park, London.
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Sightseeing at Albert Memorial.
What to know before booking
Included
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your private group - London Taxi throughout the tour - Hotel Pick-Up and drop-off from Central London
Not Included
- Food and drink - Gratuities - Admission tickets
Meeting & Pickup
If your hotel information is not provided, your guide will meet you at the Taxi Rank in Embankment Place, outside Embankment Tube Station (at the Villiers Street entrance and not the Embankment entrance).
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic