From 1939 to 1945, Britain fought to survive against the might of the German war machine. This is your chance to roll back the clock and see wartime London with your own eyes. Discover the iconic landmarks from the 1940s and dive into their history, hear original news broadcasts and see the bomb damage from the Blitz, all with the help on an expert guide.You'll step back in time and see the wartime headquarters where the Allied leaders coordinated the resistance and see the visible signs of bomb damage from the war including the remnants of a church destroyed during the blitz. Explore the many iconic spots that recall wartime London including the site where Sir Winston Churchill delivered his VE Day speech, the building where Operation Overlord was planned and the many monuments and statues that are dedicated to those who fought during that time.
Compare wartime photos of iconic landmarks with their modern day appearance. Feel the atmosphere of the 1940s with a vintage music soundtrack. Discover important wartime headquarters and hear original news broadcasts from that period. See evidence of bomb damage from the Blitz
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Please meet your guide at 8.45am at the Original London Visitor Centre, just inside the door on the left-hand side.