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Paddington Bear Walking Tour

4.7 · 181 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Brit Movie Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
10:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Book and film locations in Paddington, Little Venice, Maida Vale and Notting Hill shape this walking route.

A professional guide is included, but the Travelcard, food and hotel pickup are excluded; moderate fitness is required. 4.7 from 181 reviews at €30 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #89 of 92 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €30 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Zone 1 Travelcard
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Children from €12 (ages 3 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.7
181 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 170 of 181

Star breakdown of all 181 ratings

5 stars
151 · 83%
4 stars
19 · 10%
3 stars
3 · 2%
2 stars
3 · 2%
1 star
5 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the film insights and location stories, but some struggle with the amount and pace of walking.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, enthusiastic guides explain the films, books and Paddington's origins
  • Film stills help connect familiar scenes to the real locations
  • Exploring Little Venice and Portobello Road reveals unfamiliar parts of London
  • Time for photos and questions at the stops

Complaints

  • Some children stay engaged, while others tire of the walking or lose interest
  • Some find the pace comfortable, while others say guides move on before everyone has caught up
  • Difficulty finding the meeting point or reaching the guide after a missed departure

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 January 2022 to 19 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Wait outside the Paddington Bear shop at Paddington Railway Station · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:30 on Tue, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Brit Movie Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Uncover the world of the famous Bear from Perus on a 2.5-hour walking tour with a local guide. Explore locations that featured in Michael Bond's much-loved books as well as locations from the movies. You’ll get to explore areas of London including Paddington, Little Venice, Maida Vale and Notting Hill. As you walk, you'll learn about how the famous Bear from Peru arrived in London and the adventures he had in the British capital.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under 3 are FREE

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €12 ages 3 to 15

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Walking Tours

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This tour · #89 of 92€302h 30m4.7 (181)shared
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London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights€235h4.97 (865)shared
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Ranked #89 of 92 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €717, median €31; typical length 2h. 11 of 92 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 92 Walking Tours

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