Explore the life and legacy of the influential Methodist leader, John Wesley, on a private walking tour through the streets of London. This immersive experience takes visitors to Wesley’s historic home, significant preaching locations, and renowned schools, offering a unique glimpse into the man who shaped religious and social movements. With a focus on safety and minimal contact, the tour also unveils hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites, providing a comprehensive understanding of Wesley’s impact on the city. Discover the captivating story that unfolds around every corner.
Key Points

- Explore the historical significance of John Wesley and Methodism on a private walking tour in London.
- Visit Wesley’s home, preaching locations, and school, as well as hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites.
- Enjoy a wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly tour with minimal contact and mask suggestions for health and safety.
- Includes a donation for entry to John Wesley’s house and transportation to and from the tour.
- Tour rated 5.0 based on customer feedback and priced from $218.72 per person with free cancellation.
Tour Overview
This private walking tour allows visitors to follow in the footsteps of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. It explores hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites throughout London.
Participants will visit Wesley’s home, preaching locations, and school, uncovering historical highlights like millennium-old hospital ruins and the execution site of "Braveheart."
The half-day tour is wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly. Highlights include a donation for entry to John Wesley’s house and the option for front-door pickup from a central London hotel.
The tour ensures minimal contact, with guides and guests wearing masks to prioritize health and safety.
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Logistical Details

The meeting point for the tour is Panyer Alley in the City of London, EC2V 6AA, or participants can opt for pickup from a central London hotel.
The tour starts at 9:30 AM, but it’s recommended to start later around 10:30-11 AM to avoid rush hour.
To avoid rush hour, it’s recommended to start the tour a bit later, around 10:30-11 AM.
The tour is wheelchair accessible, and the surfaces are stroller-friendly.
Inclusions are a donation for entry to John Wesley’s house, transport to and from the tour, and the option for front-door pickup from your London hotel.
The tour ensures minimal contact, and masks are suggested for both guests and the guide.
Inclusions and Exclusions

The tour includes a donation for entry to John Wesley’s house, as well as transport to and from the tour. Guests can also opt for front-door pickup from their London hotel.
The tour’s highlights include:
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Exploring hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites in London
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Visiting John Wesley’s home, preaching locations, and school
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Discovering historical landmarks like millennium-old hospital ruins and the execution site of "Braveheart"
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Wheelchair accessibility and stroller-friendly surfaces
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Private tours with minimal contact, as only your group participates.
Health and Safety Measures

Private tours ensure minimal contact, as only your group participates. Guests are suggested to wear masks, and tour guides will also wear masks throughout the experience.
The tour locations are generally quiet, allowing for social distancing during the walking portions. Safety and comfort are top priorities, ensuring an enjoyable, worry-free tour.
Hand sanitizer will be available, and tour group sizes are limited to provide ample personal space. The tour operator closely follows all local health and safety guidelines to keep everyone protected during the John Wesley Methodist walking tour of London.
Reviews and Pricing

Travelers have given the John Wesley Methodist Walking Tour of London a stellar 5.0 rating based on customer feedback. Priced from $218.72 per person, the tour’s value varies by group size.
The tour offers:
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour
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Option for front-door pickup from your London hotel
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Donation included for entry to John Wesley’s house
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Transportation to and from the tour
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Private tour ensuring minimal contact with only your group
This half-day walking tour is an excellent way to explore London’s hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites while learning about the founder of Methodism.
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Discovering John Wesley’s Footsteps

Where did John Wesley, the renowned founder of Methodism, leave his mark on the bustling streets of London?
This private walking tour takes you on a journey through the city’s hidden Roman, medieval, and Victorian sites that were significant to Wesley.
Visit his former home, the locations where he preached, and the school he attended.
Discover historical highlights like millennium-old hospital ruins and the execution site of "Braveheart."
With a knowledgeable guide, uncover the profound impact Wesley had on London and the origins of the Methodist movement.
Explore this rich history at your own pace on this immersive half-day tour.
Hidden Roman, Medieval, and Victorian Sites

As participants follow in the footsteps of John Wesley, they’ll uncover a trove of hidden historical gems scattered across London’s winding streets.
The tour explores:
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Remnants of a millennium-old hospital, where the poor and sick once sought refuge.
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The execution site of William Wallace, the Scottish hero immortalized in "Braveheart."
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Tucked-away medieval churches, their ancient architecture a testament to London’s storied past.
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Victorian-era buildings that housed Wesley’s preaching locations and schools, offering a glimpse into the city’s Methodist heritage.
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Intriguing Roman ruins, reminders of the empire’s lasting influence on the British capital.
Historical Highlights and Points of Interest

On the John Wesley Methodist Walking Tour of London, you will uncover a treasure trove of historical highlights and points of interest that span the city’s Roman, medieval, and Victorian eras.
Participants on the John Wesley Methodist Walking Tour will uncover London’s historical highlights spanning Roman, medieval, and Victorian eras.
They’ll visit the millennium-old ruins of a hospital, discover the execution site of the 13th-century Scottish hero William Wallace, and explore hidden Roman baths and medieval churches.
The tour also includes a stop at John Wesley’s childhood home and the preaching locations that were central to the founder of Methodism.
These insights into London’s rich history provide a unique perspective on the city.
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