London Historic Pubs Private Tour Experience
from
£195
London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore Historic Pubs in Central London
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Private Pub Tour Experience
  • • Visit London's Oldest Pub with 700 Years of History
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Discover the charm and history of London like never before on a Private Walking Tour of its most historic pubs. This immersive experience takes participants through time, exploring establishments that date back to before the Great Fire of London. Each pub tells its own unique story while offering a chance to enjoy a drink just as the locals do. Perfect for history buffs or anyone looking to indulge in the vibrant culture of London, this tour is an enticing opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Setting out from a central location, the tour unfolds over four hours, allowing ample time to savor each stop without rush. Led by an experienced guide, explore iconic locations such as the Viaduct Tavern, where whispers of prisoner history await, and The Castle pub, renowned for its unusual royal connection. Marvel at the intriguing lore surrounding locations like Ye Olde Mitre and The Seven Stars, where history and the spirits of the past come alive. This private experience is designed for individuals or groups, ensuring a personalized touch that makes every moment special.

Whether you are searching for an unforgettable day out or looking for the ideal gift, this Historic London Pubs Private Walking Tour is a fantastic choice. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or a special occasion with an experience that combines fun and education, wrapped in the beautiful tapestry of London’s drinking heritage. Delight friends or loved ones with an adventure that both transports them through history and adds a splash of enjoyment to their day!

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Experience Overview:

Historic London Pubs Private Walking Tour

Visit some wonderful old pubs, some going back to before The Great Fire of London.  Each with their own character and history to tell whilst enjoying an unhurried drink in some very special and unspoilt location just as Londoners do.
Please note this is a private tour for just you (with friends or family if attending). This is NOT A SMALL GROUP TOUR.

Meeting Point

St. Paul's

Cheapside, London EC2V 6AA, UK

We can meet you from any Central London hotel. Otherwise we can meet just outside St Pauls Underground Station, next to the Caffe Nero.

What's included:

  • Local guide
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide

Not included:

  • Transportation to/from attractions

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

The Viaduct Tavern

126 Newgate Street, , London, EC1A 7AA

Visit this old Gin Palace where in the cellars you might find cells for prisoners awaiting execution at the old prison next door.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

East End

London

Passing through Farringdon we will see The Castle pub and learn its unusual connection to the Royal Family.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Castle Farringdon

34-35 Cowcross St, Greater, London EC1M 6DB, UK

Learn the intriguing story of what happened when the King visited here one day.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Clerkenwell

London

We will pass by the one of the old haunts of Communism as well as seeing part of the ancient estate of the Knights of St. John.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Crown Tavern

43 Clerkenwell Green, London, EC1R 0EG

You may recognise this grand old pub from television and films, it also has a backdrop in a distinctly Dickensian part of London. Perhaps most importantly it is said that this is the spot where Lenin and Stalin may have first met.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ye Olde Mitre, Holborn

1 Ely Ct, Ely Pl, London EC1N 6SJ, UK

The hardest to find pub in London which actually somehow be in Cambridge! Once the haunting ground of Queen Elizabeth I

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Seven Stars

53 Carey Street, , London, WC2A 2JB

This old pub is in the middle of 'legal' London and it is here where clients would come to celebrate with their legal team if they were found 'Not Guilty'.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lincoln's Inn Fields

, , London, WC2A 3BP

After passing through beautiful Lincolns Inn, we will come to Fleet Street, the famous home of the British Newspapers. Here we will find a pub that was once part of an old monastery and learn about its most famous resident, a once vile mouthed, stuffed parrot.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

145 Fleet St, London EC4A 2BP, UK

This pub dates back perhaps 700 years old and has been the haunt of every famous London resident for centuries. Learn about its foul-mouthed parrot that lived here 100 years ago and explore the numerous underground levels and bars.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Ye Olde England Tours

Product SKU: UK-15392-0002

London Pub History and Tasting Tour

London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore Historic Pubs in Central London
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Private Pub Tour Experience
  • • Visit London's Oldest Pub with 700 Years of History
or

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