• The Guild Church of St Mary Aldermary - Explore the connection between religious institutions and the narrative of money, magic, and power from the very beginning.

• Royal Exchange Building London - Established in 1566 as England’s first dedicated trading floor. Rebuilt twice after fires, it now features luxury shops beneath its neoclassical exterior.

• London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE - Uncover the origins of money magicians, the earliest financial transactions, and currency from before the Roman era.

• St Edmund, King and Martyr Church - This location marks the birthplace of modern western banking.

• Jamaica Wine House - Discover how London’s first coffee house played a pivotal role in early finance.

• Change Alley - This alley was the heart of London’s financial world during the 17th and 18th centuries.

• Bank of England Museum - Experience the evolution of modern money and trade, its transformation, and its global impact. Stories include the beheading of a king, companies that built an empire, and the rise of modern currency: the digital dollar and bitcoin.

• Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington - Learn how a swift pigeon delivering news of the war between Wellington and Napoleon enabled significant market manipulation.

• Statue of James Henry Greathead - Explore the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the City, alongside one of its pioneers.

• St. Mary Woolnoth Church - This church has been central to the history of debt, slavery, and Christian values.

• Lloyds Building - Discover how this insurance company helped shape the empire and the world.

• Plantation Lane - This outdoor installation invites reflection on the movements of time, finance, and power.

• Leadenhall Market - Return to financial roots at this historic market, and delve into tales of dragons!

• Fen Court Garden - A public space featuring the Gilt of Cain sculpture, commemorating the City’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.

• Garden at 120 - Conclude the tour with a fresh perspective.

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Delve into the intriguing relationship between money, magic, and power as seen through the lens of London’s renowned financial district—the Square Mile. This walking tour offers insights into the true nature of money and traces its remarkable evolution from ancient clay to modern digital forms. Learn how myth, ritual, and commerce have transformed the City of London into a global financial hub.

Tour Highlights:

• Enter a concealed Roman temple, where the Sun God reveals the beginnings of banking and the origins of money.

• Uncover the reason why, in the City of London, money seems to grow on trees.

• Navigate the twisting backstreets and hidden alleys of the Square Mile to witness the extraordinary development of money—from clay tablets to digital ledgers—and understand how wars, technology, and philosophy have influenced the global financial system.

• Unravel the essence of money, examining its role as both a tool and a symbol.

Ideal for inquisitive travelers and history buffs alike.

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