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Downton Abbey Filming Locations in London: Private Half-Day Tour

London, United Kingdom
4 hours
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What You Will Do

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.

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?

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.



DISCLAIMER: This tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the television series ‘Downton Abbey’ produced by Carnival Film and Television and NBCUniversal International Limited. Travel Curious Ltd. and this tour does not have any association with, or connection to, the television series ‘Downton Abbey’, Carnival Film and Television or NBC Universal International Limited.

What's 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

What's Not Included?

  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • Admission tickets

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

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).

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Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the official London residence for HM Queen Elizabeth II and it's one of London’s most popular attractions.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Travel Curious
  • Weather notes: Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
  • Know before you go: - Your guide will be happy to customise the itinerary on the day for you if you wish to spend more or less time at attractions/areas stated on your tour itinerary - Hotel pick-up is available upon request. Please note that if you do not provide your hotel information, your guide will meet you at the recommended meeting point described in your tour confirmation email.
  • Accesibility: All Black Cabs are wheelchair accessible and foldable wheelchairs (under 10kg) can be stored in the vehicle. Please note the person must be able to get into and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide and a member of the group must be able to lift the wheelchair in and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide. Additionally, on some occasions, slight amendments to the route may need to be made to make this fully accessible. If your wheelchair is over 10kg or cannot be folded to be easily stored in a vehicle, please be in touch, so we can arrange a custom booking for you.