Itinerary
- The Guild Church of ST Mary Aldermary: See how Religious institutions to the story of Money, Magic and Power right from the beginning.
- Royal Exchange Building London: Founded in 1566 as England’s first purpose-built trading floor. Rebuilt twice after fires; now houses luxury shops beneath its neoclassical facade.
- London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE: Discover: the origin of money magicians, the oldest financial transaction and money from before the Romans arrived.
- St. Edmund The King Church: It was around this location that modern western Banking was birthed.
- Said how the first coffee house in London played a crucial role in early finance.
- This alley was the epicenter of London's financial world in the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Bank of England Museum: We tell the story of modern money and trade, how it changed shape and in turn the world itself. It's stories entail the beheading of a King, Companies that developed an empire to the advent of modern day money: The digital dollar and bitcoin.
- How a speedy pigeon reporting the news of the war (Wellington and Napoleon) turned enabled massive manipulation of the markets.
- Statue of James Henry Greathead: We discuss what Industrial revolution meant for the City, next to one of the pioneers of the Industrial revolution.
- St. Mary Woolnoth Church: This church has been at the centre point of history of debt, slavery and Christian values.
- How this Insurance company helped shape empire and the world.
- This outdoor installation is perfect for us to consider the movements of times and tides of money and finance and power.
- Leadenhall Market: We get back to financial roots at this ancient market, and we talk Dragons!
- Public space with the Gilt of Cain sculpture, memorializing the City’s role in the transatlantic slave trade.
- Garden at 120: We take a fresh perspective as we conclude the tour.
Includes
- Local Guide
- PDF Overview of Tour
- Private transportation
Details
Explore the fascinating interplay of money, magic, and power through the lens of London’s iconic financial district—the Square Mile. On this walking tour, uncover what money truly is at its essence and track its incredible journey from ancient clay to digital tablets. Discover how myth, ritual, and commerce have shaped the City of London into a global powerhouse.
Tour Highlights:
- Step inside a hidden Roman temple, where the Sun God points to the origins of banking and the roots of money.
- Discover why, in the City of London, money really does grow on trees.
- Traverse the winding backstreets and secret alleys of the Square Mile to follow the remarkable evolution of money—from clay tablets to digital ledgers—and see how wars, technology, and philosophy have shaped the global financial system.
- Demystify the very nature of money, exploring its journey as both a tool and a symbol.
Perfect for curious travellers and history enthusiasts alike.
Tour Highlights:
- Step inside a hidden Roman temple, where the Sun God points to the origins of banking and the roots of money.
- Discover why, in the City of London, money really does grow on trees.
- Traverse the winding backstreets and secret alleys of the Square Mile to follow the remarkable evolution of money—from clay tablets to digital ledgers—and see how wars, technology, and philosophy have shaped the global financial system.
- Demystify the very nature of money, exploring its journey as both a tool and a symbol.
Perfect for curious travellers and history enthusiasts alike.
Know Before You Go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Time for travel time is already included in the total duration
