Big Ben: The Story Behind the Name
Originally named the Clock Tower, the structure was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. 'Big Ben' is actually the nickname for the Great Bell inside the tower!
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"Anthony is knowledgeable, professional and full of stories about London from today and from 600 years ago. His sense of humor was a perfect fit for our family. Definitely worth it. "
"Cory was fantastic! His extensive knowledge of London and its’ history was presented with passion and humor making for an enjoyable afternoon! This tour is a must!!!"
"We met up with Tom at our hotel and right out the door we were learning about the amazing history of London! He was so knowledgeable and fun in his descriptions of how he explained everything to us. We wanted to see certain things that were off the beaten path and he made it happen. I would HIGHLY recommend him for any of his tours! He was so much fun and personable, he was even our photographer for the day and took some amazing pictures and sent them to us! It was so much fun!"
"We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our guide through Withlocals. From start to finish, everything felt personal, thoughtful, and effortless. Our guide was warm, knowledgeable, and truly brought the destination to life with stories and local insight we never would have discovered on our own. It felt less like a tour and more like spending the day with a friend who genuinely loves sharing the city. Every detail was handled smoothly, and we appreciated the flexibility and care throughout the experience. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a meaningful, authentic way to explore this was truly a highlight of our trip!"
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Hear the chimes, feel the history! Big Ben is the heart of London, and our private Big Ben tours are your key to unlocking its secrets. Imagine standing before this icon, not as a tourist, but with a local friend.
Originally named the Clock Tower, the structure was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. 'Big Ben' is actually the nickname for the Great Bell inside the tower!
The tower was built after the old Palace of Westminster was destroyed by fire in 1834. Designed by Augustus Pugin in a neo-Gothic style, it was completed in 1859 and has stood as a symbol of resilience.
The clock's incredible accuracy is maintained using a stack of old pennies on the pendulum. Adding or removing a single coin changes the clock's speed. See this Victorian engineering marvel on a Big Ben tour.
The 'bong' of Big Ben is a sound deeply embedded in British culture. It's broadcast daily by the BBC and marks solemn national events and joyous celebrations, uniting the nation with its iconic chime.
After seeing Big Ben, why not indulge in a classic British tradition? Your local guide can show you the best spots for a traditional afternoon tea with a perfect view of the iconic clock tower.
Tu tour es solo para ti. Sin desconocidos, sin grupos.
Experimentarás la ciudad uno a uno (o con tu propio grupo de viaje) de forma relajada y personal. Sin prisas, sin tours de grupo estandarizados.
Desde los lugares imprescindibles hasta las joyas ocultas, tu anfitrión ajusta todo a ti.
¿Quieres saltarte un museo, añadir una parada gastronómica o centrarte en el arte urbano? Solo tienes que pedirlo. Cada experiencia se moldea según tu ritmo, preferencias e intereses.
Envía un mensaje directamente a tu anfitrión para personalizar tu experiencia.
Haz preguntas, obtén consejos locales o haz peticiones especiales. Nuestros anfitriones son personas reales, dispuestas a hacer tu día inolvidable.
Cada reserva apoya a locales independientes y sus comunidades.
Creemos que el turismo debe beneficiar a las personas que viven allí. Tu anfitrión gana directamente y a menudo lo reinvierte en su barrio.
Estás eligiendo un viaje con sentido, no turismo de masas.
Withlocals se basa en una remuneración justa, conexiones humanas y viajes que dejan una huella positiva tanto para ti como para los lugares que visitas.
Valorado por más de 1.000.000 de viajeros en todo el mundo.
Los anfitriones de Withlocals reciben constantemente reseñas de 5 estrellas por su amabilidad, conocimiento y las historias personales que comparten.
Reserva con tranquilidad: pagos seguros y cambios fáciles.
Tus planes pueden cambiar y eso está bien. Ofrecemos cancelación flexible y asistencia real cuando la necesites.
Tu tour es solo para ti. Sin desconocidos, sin grupos.
Experimentarás la ciudad uno a uno (o con tu propio grupo de viaje) de forma relajada y personal. Sin prisas, sin tours de grupo estandarizados.
Desde los lugares imprescindibles hasta las joyas ocultas, tu anfitrión ajusta todo a ti.
¿Quieres saltarte un museo, añadir una parada gastronómica o centrarte en el arte urbano? Solo tienes que pedirlo. Cada experiencia se moldea según tu ritmo, preferencias e intereses.
Envía un mensaje directamente a tu anfitrión para personalizar tu experiencia.
Haz preguntas, obtén consejos locales o haz peticiones especiales. Nuestros anfitriones son personas reales, dispuestas a hacer tu día inolvidable.
Cada reserva apoya a locales independientes y sus comunidades.
Creemos que el turismo debe beneficiar a las personas que viven allí. Tu anfitrión gana directamente y a menudo lo reinvierte en su barrio.
Estás eligiendo un viaje con sentido, no turismo de masas.
Withlocals se basa en una remuneración justa, conexiones humanas y viajes que dejan una huella positiva tanto para ti como para los lugares que visitas.
Valorado por más de 1.000.000 de viajeros en todo el mundo.
Los anfitriones de Withlocals reciben constantemente reseñas de 5 estrellas por su amabilidad, conocimiento y las historias personales que comparten.
Reserva con tranquilidad: pagos seguros y cambios fáciles.
Tus planes pueden cambiar y eso está bien. Ofrecemos cancelación flexible y asistencia real cuando la necesites.
Don't just see Big Ben, truly experience it! Book a private tour with a friendly London local today. They'll share hidden stories and show you the best photo spots, away from the crowds. Your unforgettable Big Ben adventure is just a click away!
"If you are at all thinking about spending an afternoon with Anthony, let me put you at ease. He was an absolute pleasure. Worked with our schedule, showed us things we never would have seen (who knew gum could be that interesting?) and introduced me to food in the Borough Market that I NEVER would have tried, but man, I can't wait to go back and eat again. Like having a friend in London."
"We had a magical day with Cory. I cannot speak more highly of him as our guide throughout London for the day. I booked the create your own tour and he sat down and listened to our “ must sees” and developed a fantastic itinerary and off we went. Waving to the French Sailors as the passed under the The Tower bridge, meeting the Arch Bishop of Canterbury walking outside St. Paul’s cathedral, walking down The Mall at sunset to Buckingham Pqlace. The joy! He was so knowledgeable about the rich history of this amazing city and the best part was… my two boys (9,11) just LOVED listening to him. He became our 5th family member for the day and we could have never gotten around so efficiently ourselves. He truly showed us London and it was so effortless, so easy and we ended up extending our tour and taking him with us to Dinner. He is full of life, vibrant and the most important….such a great human. Thank you Cory and we won’t ever forget this day. Until next time. "
"My SIL and I spent two great days with Anthony as our tour guide. He walked us all around London, including an impromtu foodie tour of Borough Market. Anthony is not only knowledable about the history and the city, he's super nice, funny and a delight to spend time with. thanks again!"
"What a wonderful experience! The tour with Naomi was spectacular. Her warm and friendly manner captivated us from the very beginning. She showed us London from a very personal perspective, and we saw so many places and heard so many stories we couldn't have lived in ourselves. She personalized the tour to our needs and we felt so welcome. Ideal for travelers who want to experience London intensively in the shortest possible time! "
"This was our 1st private tour and we certainly picked the right guide! Anthony was knowledgeable, friendly and funny. We will definitely be booking with him again when we return to London and will definitely recommend him to friends. Thank you Anthony for a great day! "
"Anthony made my first day in London so much fun and informative. Love his sense of humor and stories. "
Las mejores historias no se encuentran en las guías turísticas. Evita las multitudes y descubre las joyas ocultas de Big Ben con una experiencia privada y personalizada guiada por un local.



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