Join a guided walking tour of Notting Hill, a West London area immortalised in the 1999 romantic comedy of the same name. Explore this small area of roughly 1 square mile that is home to hundreds of celebrities and several film locations. Discover Portobello Road and learn about its inhabitants.
Admire the rainbow-hued Victorian houses of Notting Hill while learning about their past and present. See the homes of George Orwell, Sir William Crookes, Elle MacPherson, and Claudia Schiffer. Keep an eye out for Banksy's art and one of London's best cupcake shops.
Take pictures near the famous Blue Door, the Travel Bookshop, and the highly protected private garden — all locations from “Notting Hill”. Look as your guide points our locations from “Love Actually”, “Paddington”, and a video by The Beatles.
Next, see some of the recording studios where legendary tracks by artists such as Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin, and Band Aid were made. Also visit places where rock stars like Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, Pink Floyd, Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Queen, and George Michael used to hang out.
Find out how Notting Hill started as a farming suburb and grew into one of the most sought-after areas to live in London. Learn the history of Portobello Road, which hosts a famous street market and is home to one of the UK's most diverse communities.
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- Please provide an active contact telephone number to ensure your guide can reach you if necessary.
- Punctuality is crucial. To respect your tour guide and fellow customers time, it is essential that the tour concludes on time. If a group is especially enjoying a location or moving slowly, the guide will adjust the itinerary to fit the schedule. We strive to ensure you have a fantastic experience without missing any content.