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!
Tour privati e personalizzati - solo per te!
Sempre privato. Solo tu e il tuo host locale. Nessun estraneo, nessun gruppo.
Lascia che il tuo host locale adatti l'esperienza completamente ai tuoi desideri.
I nostri tour sono progettati pensando alle persone, ai luoghi e al pianeta.
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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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I nostri locali ti offriranno le migliori esperienze che London ha da offrire
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.
Il tuo tour è solo per te. Nessun estraneo, nessun gruppo.
Vivrai la città uno a uno (o con il tuo gruppo di viaggio) in modo rilassato e personale. Niente fretta, niente tour di gruppo standardizzati.
Dai punti salienti ai tesori nascosti, il tuo host adatta tutto a te.
Vuoi saltare un museo, aggiungere una tappa gastronomica o concentrarti sulla street art? Basta chiedere. Ogni esperienza è modellata sul tuo ritmo, le tue preferenze e i tuoi interessi.
Invia un messaggio direttamente al tuo host per personalizzare la tua esperienza.
Fai domande, ottieni consigli locali o fai richieste speciali. I nostri host sono persone vere, pronte a rendere la tua giornata indimenticabile.
Ogni prenotazione supporta local indipendenti e le loro comunità.
Crediamo che il turismo debba beneficiare le persone che ci vivono. Il tuo host guadagna direttamente e spesso reinveste nel proprio quartiere.
Stai scegliendo un viaggio significativo, non il turismo di massa.
Withlocals si basa su una retribuzione equa, connessioni umane e viaggi che lasciano un segno positivo sia per te che per i luoghi che visiti.
Amato da oltre 1.000.000 di viaggiatori in tutto il mondo.
Gli host di Withlocals ricevono costantemente recensioni a 5 stelle per la loro gentilezza, conoscenza e le storie personali che condividono.
Prenota in tutta tranquillità: pagamenti sicuri e modifiche facili.
I tuoi piani possono cambiare e va bene così. Offriamo cancellazione flessibile e assistenza reale quando ne hai bisogno.
Il tuo tour è solo per te. Nessun estraneo, nessun gruppo.
Vivrai la città uno a uno (o con il tuo gruppo di viaggio) in modo rilassato e personale. Niente fretta, niente tour di gruppo standardizzati.
Dai punti salienti ai tesori nascosti, il tuo host adatta tutto a te.
Vuoi saltare un museo, aggiungere una tappa gastronomica o concentrarti sulla street art? Basta chiedere. Ogni esperienza è modellata sul tuo ritmo, le tue preferenze e i tuoi interessi.
Invia un messaggio direttamente al tuo host per personalizzare la tua esperienza.
Fai domande, ottieni consigli locali o fai richieste speciali. I nostri host sono persone vere, pronte a rendere la tua giornata indimenticabile.
Ogni prenotazione supporta local indipendenti e le loro comunità.
Crediamo che il turismo debba beneficiare le persone che ci vivono. Il tuo host guadagna direttamente e spesso reinveste nel proprio quartiere.
Stai scegliendo un viaggio significativo, non il turismo di massa.
Withlocals si basa su una retribuzione equa, connessioni umane e viaggi che lasciano un segno positivo sia per te che per i luoghi che visiti.
Amato da oltre 1.000.000 di viaggiatori in tutto il mondo.
Gli host di Withlocals ricevono costantemente recensioni a 5 stelle per la loro gentilezza, conoscenza e le storie personali che condividono.
Prenota in tutta tranquillità: pagamenti sicuri e modifiche facili.
I tuoi piani possono cambiare e va bene così. Offriamo cancellazione flessibile e assistenza reale quando ne hai bisogno.
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. "
Le storie migliori non si trovano nelle guide turistiche. Evita la folla e scopri i tesori nascosti di Big Ben con un'esperienza privata e personalizzata guidata da un locale.



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