King Richard III Private Leicester Walking Tour

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The resting place of King Richard III — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Just over an hour from London by train ( I do the journey daily), Leicester is rich in history, sport and culture.

Remember the discovery of King Richard III under a carpark in Leicester. In this tour we will visit the spot where he had lain buried for 527 years as well as visiting his majestic resting place in Leicester Cathedral where he was re-interred in the presence of royals and descendants of those who fought with him at the Battle of Bosworth.

On our private walking tour of Leicester we will also visit the beautiful old Guildhall and see the old Jewry Wall Bathhouse which dates from Roman times and visit other spots that were important in the life and death of King Richard III

Leicester also played host to the English Civil War. Whilst not much of the castle remains now it has an important past. You can still see the loopholes the Parliamentary defenders made to shoot out at the Royalists outside.

We will also explore the ‘modern’ Georgian streets in the centre of the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Ye Olde England Tours

Ages: Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entry tickets to all the attractions on the tour.
Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Train travel to Leicester

Itinerary

Statue of Thomas Cook

2 min

The statue of the man who created and ran the first ever paid for day trip!
Stop 2

5 min

An iconic landmark and meeting point in Leicester where generations have met their friends and family.. Richly decorated with figures from history,
Leicester City Market

10 min

Experience the sights and sounds of Leicester Market.
Stop 4

5 min

Lovely old city square next to the old town hall with a grandiose water feature in the centre.
The Leicester Seamstress Statue

2 min

Remembering the role of women in Leicester in the important hosiery industry of times gone by.
Stop 6

2 min Admission not included

Built as the first modern hotel in Leicester but it ended up being a residence for judges. A lovely old building nonetheless.
King Richard III Visitor Centre

40 min Admission included

Learn more of the life and death of King Richard III and the infamous nearby Battle of Bosworth. Then discover how his body was located under the carpark and see the very spot where he lay for centuries.
Stop 8

5 min

This wonderful statue of King Richard III was relocated behind the cathedral gardens so is close to both of his burial sites.
Leicester Cathedral

15 min Admission included

Experience the small but beautiful Leicester Cathedral
The Grave Of King Richard Iii

5 min Admission included

See the resplendid modern tomb of King Richard III
Leicester Guildhall

20 min

One of the oldest historical buildings in the city and site of everything from courts, libraries and prisons.
Stop 12

35 min Admission included

Currently being renovated until mid 2025 with a new visitor centre. The Jewry Wall and Roman Baths are some of the finest Roman ruins in Britain.
Stop 13

5 min

Once an old Roman entry point into the city. Near the spot where it was once believed King Richard III was unceremoniously dumped into the river.
Leicester

10 min

Explore the streets of this vibrant city and learn some of its less vibrant past!
Leicester Castle

16 min

The remains of the old motte and bailey Norman castle with various Georgian buildings that are still used today,
Church of St. Mary de Castro

15 min Admission included

A church that King Richard III must have visited in the heart of medieval Leicester. Not always open but if it is, we will go inside,
Stop 17

10 min

See the old firing loop holes that were cut out to defend Leicester in the English Civil War.
Stop 18

5 min

This picturesque ruin has seen a lot of action during its long and turbulent life.
Stop 19

10 min

Once the herb garden for the attached old hospital. Grandly restored and still full of herbs today,
Stop 20

5 min Admission not included

See this fantastic old gateway to the castle that is over 600 years old.
Stop 21

5 min Admission not included

See the beautiful old Trinity House and chapel.
New Walk

10 min

Once said to be the only respectable street in Leicester. It's still pretty gorgeous today.
Leicester Abbey

1 min

Explore the beautiful Abbey gardens wherein we'll find the ruins of the one time majestic Leicester Abbey until destroyed by King Henry VII. The picturesque ruins are still worth visiting. ***Choose optional extra when booking Actual duration of option around an hour***
Stop 24

1 min

Visit the resting place of one of the biggest names in history, Cardinal Wolsey. ***Choose optimal extra when booking Actual duration of option around an hour***

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Visitors from London or elsewhere, I will meet you in the main entrance/exit of Leicester Railway Station and will message you all the details before the tour.

End point

Visitors from London or elsewhere, I will meet you in the main entrance/exit of Leicester Railway Station and will message you all the details before the tour.

Pickup points

Holiday Inn Leicester by IHG
Ibis Leicester City
The Villare Hotel
Westbridge Wharf Apartments
voco Leicester by IHG
Castle Park Hotel
The Belmont Hotel
Travelodge Leicester Central North
Travelodge Leicester Central
Villare Leicester City Centre Hotel
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre

and 5 more pickup points

I am happy to meet you in your hotel in Leicester City Centre.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Leicester Abbey Ruins & garden

Leicester Abbey ruins & garden: Visit the beautiful Abbey Gardens Gatehouse ruins before stopping at the resting place of the famed Cardinal Wolsey dddd

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Visit the beautiful Abbey Gardens & ruins Gatehouse before stopping at the resting place of the famed Cardinal Wolsey

Pickup included
King Richard III Private Leicester Walking Tour

Pickup included