Southern England in Seven Days
England | Oct 10 - Oct 16, 2026

Tom
Tom P.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

Wellington by Blue Orchid Hotel was an excellent choice for accommodations during our trip. We could walk or take Uber Boats water taxi to all venues in London — Westminster Abbey, Churchill War Rooms, Tower of London, London Eye and Victoria Palace Theatre. The tour bus tour to Kent for stops at Leeds Castle, Canterbury and Dover was particularly enjoyable thanks to our guide, Debra.

Hotel Review
Wellington Hotel by Blue Orchid
London

The rooms were comfortable. The location was ideal. The staff was friendly and professional. Anthwin’s espresso martini is the best!

Authenticity & Character
More spacious lobby.
Location
Walking access to Abbey, Museums and theatre.
Staff
Lobby bar staff were attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice shower.
Activity Reviews
Tower of London Timed Entry Tickets
Tower of London Timed Entry Tickets
London

Particularly enjoyed speaking with guide located near Crown Jewels and getting full description of how specific items are still used during annual ceremonies and other special royal events.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We arrived via Uber Boats water taxi.
Tickets to Westminster Abbey
Tickets to Westminster Abbey
London

There was a fairly large crowd present during our visit.

Quality of Experience
Transport
Walked to venue.
Small Group - From London: Oxford, Cotswolds, and Stratford Upon Avon Tour
Small Group - From London: Oxford, Cotswolds, and Stratford Upon Avon Tour
London

Disappointed that coach tour finished two miles from start point.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Would have preferred an option of a smaller group tour.
Canterbury, Dover Cliffs & Castle and Leeds Castle is included
Canterbury, Dover Cliffs & Castle and Leeds Castle is included
London

Very nice for a coach tour. Enjoyed visiting all three locations.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Debra was an excellent host.
Transport
Would have preferred a smaller group tour if offered.
Hampton Court Palace - Half Day Tour - With return transport
Hampton Court Palace - Half Day Tour - With return transport
London

Museum displays were great and grounds were impressive. Missed seeing the altar room as it was closed on the day of our visit.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Entry tickets to The Churchill War Rooms
Entry tickets to The Churchill War Rooms
London

Impressive amount of information contained in the tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walked to venue.
An Evening at the West-End! Tickets to a Show of Your Choice
An Evening at the West-End! Tickets to a Show of Your Choice
London

The show, Hamilton, was fantastic.

Quality of Experience
Excellent voices.
Transport
Walked to venue.
Cloak & Dagger
Cloak & Dagger
London

Great review of London history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Main guide was quite good. Assistant was difficult to understand at times.
Transport
Walked to venue.
Local specialist: Jane Davey