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London: Money & Power Free Walking Tour from Babylon to Bitcoin
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Dragon Lore Tours
Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
52-54 Cannon St, London EC4N 6LY
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Through centuries of change, money has been both a tool and a symbol, an invisible thread connecting stories of creation, governance, and value.
On this tour, you’ll walk through the heart of London’s financial centre, tracing backstreets, ancient temples, and churches to see how money evolved from early systems to modern finance. We’ll explore how technology, wars, sovereignty, ambition, and philosophy have all shaped its journey.
A highlight is an ancient Roman temple that echoes back to Babylon, a civilisation that helped lay the foundations for systems of trade, governance, and belief.
This tour offers a unique perspective on the events that shaped London into a global centre of commerce, and invites you to reflect on what money and power really mean today.
You are free to tip at the end according to your budget and the value you feel you received. I also pay a booking fee for each guest, so your contribution directly helps keep this tour running.
On this tour, you’ll walk through the heart of London’s financial centre, tracing backstreets, ancient temples, and churches to see how money evolved from early systems to modern finance. We’ll explore how technology, wars, sovereignty, ambition, and philosophy have all shaped its journey.
A highlight is an ancient Roman temple that echoes back to Babylon, a civilisation that helped lay the foundations for systems of trade, governance, and belief.
This tour offers a unique perspective on the events that shaped London into a global centre of commerce, and invites you to reflect on what money and power really mean today.
You are free to tip at the end according to your budget and the value you feel you received. I also pay a booking fee for each guest, so your contribution directly helps keep this tour running.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Bank of England
- The Royal Exchange
- London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE
- Lloyd's of London
- Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington
- Jamaica Wine House
- Leadenhall Market
Our Guides
Arjun
On arrival
We meet outside the Pret.
You will recognize me by my long hair and beard, and I will have a black rucksack with a dragon on the back.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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