Top London Tours that are Wheelchair Accessible

In this article, we’ll highlight some of the city’s top tours in London that cater to wheelchair users so everyone can partake in the city’s rich history, culture, and landmarks without limitations. From guided tours of historical sites to wheelchair-accessible river cruises and immersive cultural experiences, the city has plenty of options for every kind of traveller. Here’s our rundown of top London tours that are wheelchair accessible.

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Soak up the sights on a Thames cruise

First on our list of London tours that are wheelchair accessible is this scenic Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise, where you’ll be treated to a picturesque journey along London’s famous river. Glide past the city’s legendary landmarks, with stops at Embankment, Festival, and Bankside Pier before docking at Tower Bridge Quay, where you can soak up even more London sights, such as the historic Tower of London. See all the remarkable architectural landmarks that make London so iconic, such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, the Tate Modern, and the historic Globe Theatre. Whether you opt for a one-way adventure or a round-trip experience back to Westminster, you’ll hear live commentary from your captain as you sail past the sights. Soak up the views from the open top deck of a modern boat with your camera ready to snap as you go. There’s even an onboard bar for refreshments as you cruise along the Thames.

London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise | Westminster | WA

This is a red poster of a Jack the Ripper tour. There is black text describing the tour and two cartoon illustrations of womens faces either side of the text.

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Learn about Jack the Ripper’s forgotten victims

Whitechapel is an area of London which is synonymous with the chilling tale of Jack the Ripper’s gruesome murders. While this narrative has garnered plenty of attention around the world for many years, it’s important to hear the real stories of the brave women whose lives were tragically cut short. This ethical Jack the Ripper tour seeks to shift the focus, amplifying the voices of these forgotten victims and shedding light on their daily struggles in the once-dark Victorian slum of Whitechapel. Head on a journey through the streets and alleys of Aldgate, Whitechapel, and Spitalfields, gaining fresh perspectives and hearing all about it from a new, important point of view. The tours can be made entirely step-free; the hosts just ask that anyone with accessibility requests let them know as soon as possible so they can be prepared to give them the best experience.

Jack the Ripper: What about the Women tour | Whitechapel | WA

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See movie hot spots on this Harry Potter tour

From the iconic Platform 9 ¾ at King’s Cross Station to the enchanting Bank of England that may have inspired Gringott’s Bank, the city is brimming with Harry Potter landmarks and this wheelchair-friendly Harry Potter tour in a classic black cab is a great way to see them. It’s led by a Potter expert guide, who will take you to some of the best sights in London that inspired J.K Rowling’s legendary books. From Borough Market, where scenes from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban were filmed, to the bridge destroyed by Death Eaters in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Sit back and relax while hearing all about the films, with regular stop-offs along the way.

Harry Potter Film Locations Tour in London | Multiple Locations | WA

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Retrace the Beatles on this musical tour of the city

Next on our list of London tours that are wheelchair accessible is this Beatles Tour of London, one for all the Beatlemaniacs. Delve into the world of The Beatles in London with your local guide, Richard Porter, the author behind “Guide to the Beatles London” and known as the “Beatles Brain of Britain”. You’ll get to explore the city’s Beatlemania era, tracing their footsteps through iconic locations where they recorded, lived, and hung out during the swinging sixties. Make your way through central London to see all the sights, such as where they gave their legendary rooftop performance at 3 Savile Row, Paul McCartney’s Soho offices, and the theatre where Beatlemania first began. You’ll also see where John Lennon’s famous ‘bigger than Jesus’ interview took place and the studio where ‘Hey Jude’ was recorded. Finish at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, where you can snap that iconic photo on the famous Abbey Road crossing. Again, remember to inform Richard that you’ll be navigating the tour in a wheelchair so he can make it as easy and comfortable as possible.

Beatles Tour including Abbey Road | Soho | WA

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Explore London’s oldest food market

Borough Market in London is one of the city’s oldest and most renowned food markets, steeped in history and culinary tradition, and this Borough Market tour is an excellent way to explore it. Discover the history and heritage of the market on this guided tour, where you’ll get to enjoy some of Britain’s beloved snacks, such as fish and chips and sausage rolls while hearing all about the secrets behind the market with your expert foodie guide. Browse the buzzy stalls and shops and hear about the fascinating tales from the past 2000 years. Sip on British tea and visit a traditional London boozer or historic wine bar. You’ll even see some iconic London landmarks along the way, like the Shard and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

Borough Market Foodie Walking Tour with Tastings | Southwark | WA

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Hop in a black cab and head for the city sights

On this London Highlights Taxi Tour, you’ll get to combine seeing several legendary London landmarks with riding in an iconic form of London transport, which is wheelchair-friendly. Hop in your assigned classic black cab and head for London’s most famous and historical buildings with your local taxi driver as your guide. London’s black cab drivers undergo rigorous training to obtain “The Knowledge,” a detailed test involving memorising thousands of streets, landmarks, and routes across the city, often taking several years to complete. See some of the city’s most well-known and historical sights while hearing tales from your London taxi tour guide, learning about the city’s Roman history and much more. Some of the highlights you’ll see are Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace, with a chance to see the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony if scheduled ahead. You’ll also try traditional fish and chips or sink a pint in an old London pub.

London Highlights Taxi Tour | Multiple Locations | WA

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Feast your way through the city on a cheese tour

This London cheese walking tour is perfect for any cheese fiend or foodie visiting the city. Explore the capital and combine sampling some of the city’s very best cheeses from London’s finest cheesemongers. You’ll meet your cheesy guide in Mayfair, one of London’s fancier districts, before heading to a legendary London cheese counter to sample some of the best blue cheese in the city – it’s where the Royal family get theirs from. Continue to Little Italy for more cheese and wine, finishing in Covent Garden for a lighthearted cheese trivia quiz to test your newly obtained London cheese knowledge.

London Cheese Walking Tour with Tastings | Mayfair | WA

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Boogie through the city on a silent disco tour

Last on our list of London tours that are wheelchair accessible is one for music lovers. On this silent disco tour of London, you’ll see the city sights from a different and fun perspective. Wheel or walk the route while plugged into state-of-the-art headphones that will play beloved hits from some of our favourite stars, including the Spice Girls and Bon Jovi. Boogie through the streets as you sing and dance your way past London’s legendary landmarks. It’s a fun, lighthearted and entirely new way to experience the city sights.

London: Silent Disco Tour Adventure | Embankment | WA

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