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The 15 Film Location Tours in London a Short Trip Can Fit

29 tours  ·  from $18

The shortlist, priced: 15 film location tours in London that are worth the money, what each one includes, and the thing worth knowing before you pay for it.

London: Sherlock Holmes-Themed Walking Tour - Following Conan Doyle’s London
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London: Sherlock Holmes-Themed Walking Tour

1.Sherlock Holmes-Themed Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 756 reviews · 2 hours · from $18Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour Sherlock Holmes walk from Piccadilly Circus. Visit places tied to Conan Doyle’s stories, gentlemen’s clubs, grand hotels, and screen versions with Jeremy Brett, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Robert Downey Jr. Guides including Fiona, Owen, Ian, and Spencer bring literary clues, London history, and film trivia to life.

“The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the tour we t at a nice gentle pace.”

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London: Harry Potter Filming Locations Walking Tour - Starting beside Boadicea and Her Daughters
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London: Harry Potter Filming Locations Walking Tour

2.Harry Potter Filming Locations Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 462 reviews · 3 hours · from $40

Walk through up to 18 Harry Potter filming locations with an English-speaking guide, combining movie trivia with London history. See Westminster, the Millennium Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Borough Market, Diagon Alley inspirations, and finish at Platform 9 ¾. Bring a contactless card or Oyster card for the Underground.

“I can't remember the tour guide's name but she was great! She was very knowledgeable and informative. I was able to get some more great photos before I leave tomorrow, ride the tube and everything. The tour was a 1,000/10. She was amazing!”

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Sherlock: The Official Live Game - Moving through the Sherlock sets
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Sherlock: The Official Live Game

3.Sherlock: The Official Live Game

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 460 reviews · from $48

Take on a Sherlock Holmes case at The Network, Mycroft Holmes’s covert training base. You’ll move through sets inspired by the BBC series, solve clues with your team, and follow video and audio from Benedict Cumberbatch, Andrew Scott, and Martin Freeman. The game lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes and suits groups of up to six.

“From the go they engage you. It was entertaining and witty. It was an interactive experience that had the entire family participating. Highly recommend it. You do not need to be a fan of the show to enjoy it.”

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Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London - Walking through Bampton, the real Downton village
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Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

4.Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 446 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $256

Travel by mini coach from central London to Bampton, the village used as Downton, then spend about three hours at Highclere Castle. Your guide, often praised for lively Downton trivia, covers filming details, village landmarks, castle history, and life above and below stairs. Entry and transport are included, but food is not.

“Great tour with great tour guide and great driver. Viator needs to update meeting point. Overall, very fun day if you are a Downton Abby fan.”

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James Bond Shooting Locations 2-Hour Walking Tour of London - Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery, and small London details
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James Bond Shooting Locations 2-Hour Walking Tour of London

5.James Bond Shooting Locations 2-Hour Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 332 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $22

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Charing Cross Station for a 2.5-hour Bond-themed walk through central London. See more than 10 filming sites from Skyfall, SPECTRE, and earlier films, hear about Ian Fleming and real British espionage, then take a bus to the MI6 building in Vauxhall. Guides include Owen, Rob, Michael, and others.

“Owen was an outstanding guide, His in-depth knowledge was outstanding, we both enjoyed the experience immensely. Would highly recommend”

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Harry Potter Film Locations Guided Walking Tour - Westminster and the central London transition
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Harry Potter Film Locations Guided Walking Tour

6.Harry Potter Film Locations Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $41Top rated

Spend about three hours following Harry Potter filming sites and London inspirations from Parliament Square to King’s Cross. Guides such as Simon, James, Megan, and Monica mix movie trivia with London history, while personal audio headsets help you hear on busy streets. Expect plenty of walking, two Underground rides, and a few locations that are more atmospheric than exact.

“Wonderful tour! Our guide was knowledgeable and very friendly, and had a bunch of fun and interesting stories. She also gave us earphones which were very useful. Loved this tour and our tour guide.”

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Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London - Walking through Bampton, the real Downton village
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Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

7.Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 280 reviews · 9 hours · from $249

Spend nine hours with an English-speaking guide and driver visiting Bampton, the real Downton village, and Highclere Castle. Walk past the hospital, pub, church, and Crawley family locations, then explore the castle rooms and grounds independently. Guides such as Eva, Russell, Rory, and Chris are known for lively stories, filming facts, and practical help.

“Russell was so much fun and made the drive go by very quickly! He definitely knows his Downton Abbey stuff! Neil, our driver, was quiet but got us there safely and on time. The time spent at both the village and the castle was adequate and we had plenty of time to explore. Highly recommend!”

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The Original Harry Potter Film Locations Tour : with Boat Ride - Millennium Bridge and London’s movie image
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The Original Harry Potter Film Locations Tour : with Boat Ride

8.The Original Harry Potter Film Locations Tour : with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 246 reviews · from $37

Follow a guide from Southwark View Point through London film sites including Millennium Bridge, Borough Market, Covent Garden, and the Palace Theatre. Expect Hogwarts house sorting, quizzes, scene recreations, and a Thames boat ticket. The advertised route is physical, though older booking information and comments mention virtual versions, so confirm the format before paying.

“Nice experience. Of course it's not the real thing. Guide was nice and friendly. Will try to do the real one next time in London”

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From London: Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour - Meeting the coach at Gloucester Road
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From London: Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour

9.Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 212 reviews · 9 hours · from $209

Follow Downton Abbey from London to Bampton, the show’s village setting, then spend three hours at Highclere Castle. Your English-speaking guide fills the coach ride with filming stories and selected episodes. Guides such as Eva, Richard, Rory, and Jed have earned praise for their humor and detail, while the castle visit remains self-guided.

“Richard was fantastic! He was very informative, funny, and just a great guy! He made sure everyone was comfortable from the beginning all the way to the end of the tour. Tony (the driver) & Richard both shared stories from the show as well as information about the UKs filming industry. Bampton was fantastic! I loved all the information about which building was used and how the locals were part of the cast. Highclere Castle is beautiful, that’s a fact. The only thing I would suggest is that the castle has some sort of guide. Whether that means having your guide walk with smaller groups & having maybe 2 tour…”

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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London - The Royal Academy and the world of Sherlock on screen
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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London

10.Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $23

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piccadilly Circus for a two-hour walk through Sherlock Holmes London. See film locations tied to Murder by Decree, BBC Sherlock, and Guy Ritchie’s films, along with the fictional Diogenes Club and Somerset House. Guides such as Ian, Fiona, Owen, and Spencer bring the Holmes lore to life.

“I had Spencer as my tour guide and he was great, made quite a fun tour and made the walking feel like nothing. and the fact he's a fan of Sherlock Holmes makes it greater, because he knows his stuff properly. lovely lad”

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James Bond Film Location Walking Tour in London - Vauxhall Bridge and the real MI6 headquarters
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James Bond Film Location Walking Tour in London

11.James Bond Film Location Walking Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Walk through Bond’s London with a film-savvy guide, visiting MI6 at Vauxhall Bridge, Trafalgar Square, The Mall, Westminster, and other screen locations. Expect film clips, Fleming stories, and tales from Connery, Moore, Brosnan, and Craig. The tour starts near Charing Cross at 10:30 a.m. and ends at Vauxhall Station after about two and a half hours.

“Insightful and entertaining. Loved the extra information given by our Guide Michael. He made it fun. Highly recommended.”

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London: Jack The Ripper and Sherlock Holmes Bus Tour - Westminster, executions, and the Banqueting House
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London: Jack The Ripper and Sherlock Holmes Bus Tour

12.Jack The Ripper and Sherlock Holmes Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 195 reviews · from $80

Travel by air-conditioned coach through historic London, then walk through Smithfield Market and the East End as your guide tells stories of Jack the Ripper, public executions, body snatchers, and the Cock Lane ghost. Guides such as Magnus, Allan, Andrew, and Sinead have led the tour. It ends near Trafalgar Square at the Sherlock Holmes Pub.

“Wonderful! Our guide, Magnus, was very informative, funny, kind and dressed to the tens! Great tour to places we would not have discovered on our own. Whether you’re a Jack the Ripper enthusiast or not, I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Harry Potter Bus Tour of Filming Locations - What this Harry Potter bus tour actually offers
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Harry Potter Bus Tour of Filming Locations

13.Harry Potter Bus Tour of Filming Locations

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 187 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Join an English-speaking guide aboard a purple Routemaster bus for a two-hour tour of Harry Potter filming locations in central London. See Leadenhall Market, Piccadilly Circus, Whitehall, Millennium Bridge, Borough Market, and other movie backdrops while guides such as Richard, Jenny, Benny, and Fiona share filming stories and London trivia. The tour begins and ends at Embankment station.

“My whole money was wasted. The tour guide could not even bother to call the people before the tour to make sure they get to him. What's more is that the guide was not even reachable when tried to contact with. I waited at the meeting point for over 40 minutes trying to connect with him or the customer support. I was put on hold for over 15 mins and still their customer support could not do a thing and even denied the refund when there services were denied.”

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Notting Hill Walk Celebrities and Film Locations- London - Portobello Road and the neighborhood’s changing face
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Notting Hill Walk Celebrities and Film Locations- London

14.Notting Hill Walk Celebrities and Film Locations- London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Walk through Notting Hill with a guide such as Anna or Connor, tracing scenes from *Notting Hill*, *Love Actually*, and *Paddington*. You’ll see the Blue Door, Travel Bookshop, Portobello Road, celebrity homes, Sarm Studios, rock music sites, and colorful Victorian streets. The route suits film fans, music lovers, and first-time visitors.

“Anna was superb. There were mixed ages in the group and she managed to appeal to everyone. Filming locations, celebrity references and homes of the stars, as well as history of the area and an insight into the vibe of Notting Hill generally. Definitely recommend”

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Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour from London with Highclere - Bampton: walking through Downton Village
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Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour from London with Highclere

15.Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour from London with Highclere

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 145 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $215

Travel from Gloucester Road in London to Bampton, the village used as Downton, then explore Highclere Castle and its grounds at your own pace. Your guide, such as Jed, Russell, Fiona, or Richard, adds filming stories and trivia during the drive. The nine-hour tour includes transport, entry, and live commentary, but not lunch.

“It was fun to see the sites where DA was filmed. Rory had a lot of great anecdotes. It was a lot of driving. I wish I knew that we wouldn’t get to Highclere until 2 pm or so. I would have gotten lunch sooner, rather than arriving starved.”

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