DIANE BURSTEIN IS YOUR QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED BLUE BADGE TOUR GUIDE
The largest choice of London Guided Tours on the internet
Open to everyone on published dates
Hundreds of tours for your group
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WHO IS DIANE BURSTEIN
Diane Burstein is one of London’s best known and most versatile tour guides. She has made a name for herself with her Secret London feature on talk radio station LBC 97.3 FM and now makes regular contributions to BBC London 94.9’s Saturday Breakfast Shows.
She is the author of a successful book “London Then and Now” which featured in BBC History magazine’s Top Ten Best Seller.
A native Londoner, Diane brings to her tours the insider knowledge that only a true local can offer.
LONDON AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE
Diane holds the prestigious London Blue Badge ( the principal London Guiding qualification) and has a BA Honours Degree in English Literature and History.
As a Further Education Lecturer, Diane teaches “Discovering London” courses for two Adult Education Colleges and has extensive experience with adult and student groups.
In addition to this, Diane is an accomplished speaker and has given talks on London related subjects to numerous groups in the Greater London area.
A specialist in London Theatre, Diane has led a number of tailor made tours for international Theatrical and Choral Groups and is looking forward to introducing you to the delights of her native City.
DIANE'S RADIO JINGLE
Listeners to Diane’s regular spot on BBC Radio London’s Breakfast Show hear this jingle sung by the show’s presenters David and Carrie Grant.
CLICK THE PLAY BUTTON TO LISTEN
TOURS FOR ALL TASTES
bookable tours for the public
- Come alone or with friends
- Diane organises a twice yearly programme of bookable “one off” full and half day London guided walks and tours which often include visits to buildings not normally open to the public. These are sociable days when you will meet like minded people who love London history.
HOW TO BOOK
Click below to see detailed information about tours or 
info@dianesguidedwalks.london to book.
bookable tours for groups
Groups can book from hundreds of listed tours on this website.
- Booking is open for any group of your choice
- Real life, Face to Face
bookable Virtual tours
- Interact live with Diane Burstein via the internet
Join a tour at home alone or with a group
HOW TO BOOK
Click below for tour descriptions and then info@dianesguidedwalks.london to discuss your requirements.
vouchers for private and public tours
- Why not purchase a voucher for friends or family as a present?
- Can be used on all Diane’s Tours, even Virtual ones.
HOW TO BOOK
info@dianesguidedwalks.london to discuss your requirements of the different types of vouchers available.
Diane looks forward to hearing from you.
LATEST ADDITIONS
NEW from April 2025
THEMED LONDON
NEW From Ballet to Ballroom: A Journey Through London’s Dance History
In London’s Covent Garden we explore sites associated with the history of dance . Learn how British ballet evolved thanks to two remarkable women – one from Poland and the other from Ireland. View the venues where Diaghilev’s famous Ballets Russes revolutionised the dance world. See the theatres where great dancers such as Anna Pavlova, Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn performed. The walk features London’s oldest dance wear shop established in 1929, the Royal Ballet school, dance studios, rehearsal venues and the place where the predecessor of popular tv dance show “Strictly Come Dancing ” (known as “Dancing with the Stars in America) began back in 1950. Finish at the headquarters of London’s oldest ballet company on the South Bank of the Thames.
WEST LONDON
NEW From the Green to the River – Discover Parsons Green
Discover the history of a little known corner of West London. Just east of better known Chelsea and Fulham, we move from the well heeled enclave of Parsons Green with its elegant houses, good schools and royal connections to the more working class area of Sands End. Two parks , private members clubs ,a former ragged school, a well known auction house, a major work by a renowned 20th century artist and river views all feature. We “meet” a Queen of England, a tv personality, a Victorian benefactor to the area and a royal mistress along the way.
The public Theatreland Walking tour will return at a later date. In the meantime this tour can be booked privately for groups of all sizes. 📩 info@dianesguidedwalks.london to discuss dates.
DIANE IN THE MEDIA
London Hampstead
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING?
“ I have always found her to be in a class of her own”
Sheila Clamp, Welwyn and Hatfield Council Leisure Services
“Combines an excellent knowledge of her subject matter with a friendly and engaging approach”
Emma De Souza, Society of London Theatre
“Her infinite patience knowledge and kindness will be a cherished part of our trip to England”
Paul Lindblad, Choir Director, Paul Lindblad Choristers, Chicago
“Diane gave our group a super talk. She set a very high standard for our future speakers”
Josephine Offin, Chiswick Townswomens Guild
“Diane’s depth of knowledge always astounds me”
Joan Brown, LBC Listener
“In spite of being a mixed language group, there was no problem in understanding Diane’s knowledgeable and entertaining commentary, due in the main to her precise diction which was favourably commented on by our French colleagues”.
Susan Ward, Matra Marconi
“We enjoyed the Old Jewish East End Walk and felt that we had learned a lot about our heritage”
Bernice Monty, Wanstead and Woodford Synagogue
“ A super day. The timing and arrangements were just right”
Pauline Bell, Chandlers Ford U3A
“We learned so much from our tour and our members were unanimous in their praises”
Betty Cossey. Twyford and Ruscombe History Society.
“A great tour host and guide who helped us appreciate this fine country a lot more”
David Judd, Choir Director, W F West High School Choir, Seattle.
“Thank you so much for the tour last week! Everyone enjoyed it and commented afterwards on your amazing knowledge of many London subjects, not just Dickens. In short – the day was judged a great success by all. We were blessed with brilliant weather! and an even more brilliant guide! Thank you for making this event really special.”
Stuart Lothian, Lothian Associates.
“Diane, I thought you were marvellous, to speak from memory for an hour, knowledgeably and keeping the attention of everyone is a wonderful skill to have. Thank you.”
KERRI MANSFIELD , WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGISTS commenting on the “HIDDEN HOLBORN and LITTLE ITALY” talk.
“Diane had complete mastery of her subject and, as important, of the technology”
CONNIE B, DISCOVERING LONDON GROUP commenting on the “RIVERSIDE LONDON “ talk
Over 60 of us tuned in to the equivalent of a dozen walks in less than an hour, punctuated with a story at every corner, by a truly professional historian. A wonderfully fascinating talk.
NEIL AND ANN WATSON , U3A GROUP commenting on the “LONDON FILM LOCATIONS” talk
Thanks for your talk to The Finchley Society just now. I learnt a huge amount and you kept up the pace, links and interest levels superbly well.
HOWARD D , FINCHLEY SOCIETY MEMBER commenting on the “LITERARY LONDON” talk
WHAT ARE VIRTUAL TOURS?
TAKE A TOUR WITHOUT LEAVING YOUR HOUSE
Virtual Tours are live streams through the internet aimed at groups or individuals. They must be booked in advance.
To find out more 📩 info@dianesguidedwalks.london
With the link that Diane will give you, you can view one of her many talks in the comfort of your home along with other viewers. You can remain private or you can interact with everyone or even ask Diane questions.
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