Local London
Blue Badge Guide
I can't wait to show you London.
Whether you're a first-time or repeat visitor, I will tailor an experience to bring the city alive for you.
And if you're a resident, I'll show you details and hidden corners that refresh your perspective. Contact me on the form below to find out about my virtual and walking tours.
TOUR INSPIRATION
How will you explore London? Browse below for a selection of walks and then visit the Tours page for more ideas. Don't see what you're looking for ? I'm happy to create a bespoke tour for you.
City Walk
From the Roman wall to skyscrapers, with some "off the track" alleys in between.
London 101
Whether it's your first time here or you just have a short time - even a layover - we can see many of London's greatest hits.
Delving Deeper
You've seen the icons; now you're ready to head off the beaten track. How about a literary tour? Or an in-depth exploration of one neighbourhood, say Chelsea or Southwark?
ABOUT ME
If my life were a book, London would be a central character. I moved here from America as a young adult and my enthusiasm only continues to grow, especially after becoming a Blue Badge Guide. I thrive on discovering new things and sharing my findings with visitors and residents alike.
Emily was a wonderful guide at the Tower of London. She was incredibly knowledgeable about English history and the monarchy, bringing centuries of stories to life in a way that was both engaging and easy to follow. Her passion for the subject really shone through, and she answered questions with such depth and clarity. On top of that, she was fun to chat with along the way, striking the perfect balance between informative and personable. She made the experience memorable and truly enhanced our visit—we couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
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- B Aldridge, February 2026
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The BEST! Meeting Emily was an absolute highlight of the trip. She was SO incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Mrs. Dalloway and the Bloomsbury group. I learned a TON and she connected immediately with my students. The two literary walks in London far exceeded my expectations. I would go back to simply walk the streets and listen to Emily's stories.
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- S Hipp, March 2026
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Emily was probably the best tour guide we have ever had in our travels. We felt as though we met up with a friend who had a vast knowledge of Westminster Abbey and all things British. Emily was professional, personable, and informative. She answered every question and gave us an in-depth history that stretched back many centuries. Emily is an excellent listener and we couldn't think of anything she could improve upon. - A Black, May 2025
Emily was our favorite guide in Europe this trip. Very knowledgeable, personable and added interesting thoughts and references.
- Agency Feedback, April 2025
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TESTIMONIALS
I have christened Emily the "Queen of Guides." Her knowledge and fun tales brought the London sites alive. She continually included our two grandchildren and yet kept the day on track - she was our own personal Mary Poppins. I had secretly hired a limo as a birthday surprise for my son and when it didn't turn up, the day could have been ruined. But Emily quickly negotiated a great rate with a black cab and soon we were whizzing around town. We have all taken away happy, lasting memories and hope to make another visit when Emily can show us more.
Emily was extremely knowledgeable and could answer all our questions, including detailed history about Britain. She was like a great friend taking us around the city; she and our driver even found the highlight that my daughter wanted to see from her favourite film. It was an awesome and memorable experience being with Emily for the day.
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Emily's tours during our two days in London were fabulous. She brought the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey to life for us – and indeed the entire city. During the rest of our trip in England and Scotland, we all referred back to things Emily had mentioned in London. Our 17-year-old loved actually seeing things she’d learned about in her AP European history class. We also really enjoyed getting to know Emily and spending time with her. She made our trip so memorable and fun.
Kevan Prescott,
NW England
CM
Toronto
MG Kerr, Charleston, SC
CONTACT
You can email me directly at emilylaurencebaker@gmail.com.
In the meantime, you can check my availability at Guide London or The British Guild of Tourist Guides.
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I look forward to hearing from you!