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London: Historic Pubs & Taverns Small Group Walking Tour

4.9 Excellent 94 reviews
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2h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Visit four historic pubs along Fleet Street and in the City of London, choosing your own drinks as you go. Guided stories are included in a small shared group capped at fifteen; all drinks and food cost extra. 4.93 from 94 reviews at €24 per person for 2h.

From the guide

Discover a side of London best experienced with a pint in hand. Wander through the city with a local guide and visit four historic pubs, each with its own stories, characters and place in London’s drinking culture. Hear the tales behind these old drinking spots as you walk between them, then choose what you fancy drinking and pay as you go, with no set tasting menu.

With a small group and plenty of time to explore on foot, it’s a relaxed way to discover London, one historic pub at a time.

• Small-group tour keeps things relaxed and personal

• Choose your own drinks and pay as you go, with no set tasting menu

• Walk between pubs and see more of London along the way

• Hear fascinating stories and get the inside scoop on London’s pub culture

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 14:00, 18:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 14:00, 18:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Maximum 15 people per tour for an intimate experience
2-hour guided historic walking tour
Stories along Fleet Street + the City of London
Visits to four historic London pubs

What's Not Included

Alcoholic beverages: Drinks of any kind (beer, wine, soft drinks, water) — purchase your own
Transportation to meeting point
Snacks: Food or snacks
Gratuities: (appreciated but not expected)

Itinerary

Travelers will step into the living history of London’s pub culture on a guid... Stop 1
Travelers will step into the living history of London’s pub culture on a guided walking experience through some of the city’s most atmospheric historic taverns, starting near Seven Dials.
25 min
The experience begins at a historic pub site connected to London’s early drin... Stop 2
The experience begins at a historic pub site connected to London’s early drinking culture. Guests will explore a tucked-away tavern setting with traditional interiors, hearing stories of Tudor London, early city life, and how pubs became essential social spaces centuries ago. This first stop sets the tone as travelers enjoy their first drink and immerse themselves in the city’s past.
25 min
Next, guests visit a spectacular former Victorian institution transformed int... Stop 3
Next, guests visit a spectacular former Victorian institution transformed into a grand pub. With soaring ceilings and ornate details, this stop showcases London during the height of the Victorian era. Travelers will learn how law, journalism, finance, and pub culture collided in this historic district, while taking time to relax and enjoy the impressive surroundings.
25 min
Your final stop is a true architectural gem, richly decorated and filled with... Stop 4
Your final stop is a true architectural gem, richly decorated and filled with symbolic details inspired by its medieval surroundings. Saved from demolition by preservationists, this pub represents a turning point in London’s history, where heritage, design, and community came together. Enjoy your final drink surrounded by craftsmanship, stories, and one of the most beautiful pub interiors in the city.
25 min

Departure & Return

Start point

The meeting point is outside the main entrance of the red brick Victorian building at De Vere Holborn Bars, 138 to 142 Holborn, London EC1N 2SW, directly opposite Bus Stop D. Your guide will be holding a green sign that says “Side Routes” so you can easily spot them.

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Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Compared with other Pub Tours & Pub Crawls

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #25 of 47€242h4.93 (94)shared
Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour€382h 30m4.99 (2355)shared
London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs€423h 30m4.98 (11782)shared
Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London€382h4.99 (995)shared

Ranked #25 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €407, median €38; typical length 2h 30m. 5 of 47 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 47 Pub Tours & Pub Crawls

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