England
Meet the Local Experts
Your on-the-ground insiders. The ones who know the enduring favourites, the quiet corners and what’s worth your time.
Ceylin
London
I’m a London-based tour guide, creative, and storyteller with a background in fashion design, which shapes the way I see and experience the city. I’m originally from Turkey, and that mix of perspectives has given me a strong appreciation for how culture, identity, and creativity come together in a place like London. I’ve been living here for several years and explore the city daily through my work. I lead a range of tours including pub crawls, Jack the Ripper walks, and food tours across different areas of London. Through this, I’ve built a deep, practical understanding of the city, not just its history, but how it actually feels to move through it, eat in it, and experience it day to day. What most travellers miss is that London isn’t just about landmarks. It’s about the layers behind them. The migration stories of places like Brick Lane, the music and fashion history of Soho and Camden, and the hidden details in streets you might otherwise walk past. I love bringing those elements together in a way that feels engaging and easy to connect with. Alongside cultural and historical experiences, I’m also very happy to help with food recommendations, especially international cuisine, as well as pubs, nightlife, and local spots that aren’t always obvious. I can suggest budget-friendly options, day trips from London, and even lighter outdoor plans like walks and hiking nearby. I also keep up with events and festivals happening around the city, so I can help you catch what’s on while you’re here. Because of the nature of my work, I’m used to working with all kinds of travellers, from young solo travellers to couples, groups of friends, and families of all ages. I aim to create a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and tailor recommendations based on what you’re actually looking for, whether that’s something social, cultural, or more laid-back.
Anna
London, Paris +4
Hi, I'm Anna! I'm mostly based in London, and travel is genuinely woven through both my career and my life - I work as a Food Guide and EF Tour Director, leading multi-day tours across Europe. This year my tours ran 10–17 days through London, Paris, Provence, Rome, Madrid and Barcelona, on top of guiding regular small-group food tours around Borough Market and Soho for Secret Food Tours. I also lived in Paris and Madrid, so I know several of these cities as more than a passing visitor. I have travelled extensively in groups and solo for more than 20 years. What most tourists miss is that the best version of a trip usually comes from slowing the pace and using a place the way locals do; public transport over taxis, market stalls over tourist-strip restaurants, one or two neighbourhoods done properly rather than a checklist of sights. That's the difference I try to give the travellers I meet. I most love helping travellers who want a genuinely local, well-paced trip rather than a highlights reel. Solo travellers, families and multi-generational groups, first-time visitors, and anyone nervous about logistics like public transport, language, or getting from A to B smoothly. I am also a huge foodie so love to recommend areas / restaurants / eateries to others!
Chris
London
The best part of London isn't on the postcard. I’m a Canadian-born Londoner who has called this remarkable city home for more than two decades. What began as a fascination with British history and culture evolved into a professional and deeply personal connection with London’s streets, neighbourhoods, and communities. Today, I am a qualified Green Badge City of London Guide and have delivered more than 700 tours for private travellers, families, corporate groups, educational organisations, and VIP guests from around the world. I am also a Freeman of the City of London and a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Pewterers, giving me a unique perspective on the traditions, institutions, and history that continue to shape the city today. My speciality is helping travellers discover the London that many visitors miss: hidden courtyards, historic coffee houses, independent cafés, quiet lanes, markets, riverside walks, fascinating architecture, and the stories that bring these places to life. I have a particular passion for the City of London, where Roman remains, medieval churches, Georgian elegance, Victorian ambition, and modern skyscrapers exist side by side. I particularly enjoy helping curious travellers who want something more thoughtful and personal than a standard sightseeing itinerary. Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple, with family, or visiting for business, I can help you uncover experiences that match your interests and travel style. My approach is practical, conversational, and highly tailored. Some travellers seek help planning a memorable first visit, while others want specialist recommendations, hidden gems, or deeper cultural insight. My goal is always the same: to help you experience London not as a tourist, but as a temporary local. For me, London is far more than a collection of attractions—it is a living city best understood through its stories, people, and everyday details.
grahamgreenglass
London
Hi! I'm a Londoner born and bred, a licensed tour guide with 25-years experience and a real London cabbie. Mega-touristy or off-the-beaten-track, I can help. Inside London or beyond London, I have probably guided there too (Stonehenge, Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, Cotswolds). And as a London cabbie I know my way around and all of London's many districts. By-the-by I'm also a published London historian, and, I'm still a 'tourist' in my own city, never tired of visiting and doing.