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Rock and Roll Walking Tour of Soho London

4.7 · 77 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Brit Music Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
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

Walk through Soho’s rock music connections, tracing places linked to musicians who lived and performed in London.

Guided commentary covers rock, blues, pop and punk; a moderate level of physical fitness is required. 4.7 from 77 reviews at €31 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #81 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: €31 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional Guide
  • Gratuities (optional)

Children from €19 (ages 5 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.7
77 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 72 of 77

Star breakdown of all 77 ratings

5 stars
67 · 87%
4 stars
5 · 6%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
4 · 5%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the music knowledge and personal stories; unclear meeting arrangements can make the guide hard to find

Praised

  • Music history and anecdotes that interest even knowledgeable fans
  • Personal stories from guides with firsthand experience of the music scene
  • Connections between musicians and Soho's studios, venues and streets
  • Music clips and photos that illustrate the stories

Complaints

  • Unclear meeting arrangements can make the guide hard to find
  • Many enjoy the guides, while some report weak commentary or an unwelcoming attitude

Written by Guidekin from the 68 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 April 2023 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time. Meet your guide outside the Dominion Theatre. Take Exit 2 of Tottenham Court Road Underground Station and head to street level. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:30 on Thu, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
Oxford Circus
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Brit Music Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Love Classic Rock? Want to see the places that helped shape rock music? Come along and join our London Rock and Roll Walking Tour. Many of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll legends of all time have lived, performed and died in London. As the beating heart of Britain’s music industry, musicians and singer-songwriters flocked to our capital to make their name. From Rock to Blues, Pop to Punk, some of the biggest names in music have left their mark on this city. So join us to remember some of the greatest moments in popular music as we explore Rock ‘n’ Roll landmarks around Soho.

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

Accessibility

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

Good to know

  • Children from €19 ages 5 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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #81 of 92€312h4.7 (77)shared
The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour€382h4.99 (2075)shared
London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights€235h4.97 (865)shared
Drag Queen Disco Diva Tour - Silent Disco Walking Tour€461h 30m4.98 (428)shared

Ranked #81 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

From €31 per adult