London Music History Walking Tour

On this walking tour we will discover the rich music history of London and see the places within it that shaped the music we know and love today. Walk through the cultural heart of London with your charismatic local guide and music specialist, Jon. We will uncover hidden gems and iconic landmarks and experience a wonderful journey of musical development. Along the way you see the places where our legendary musicians recorded, created and performed.
Hear how some of the world's most famous acts started out on their careers. We will be walking in the footsteps of musical legends on the very streets that the Rolling Stones made their debut album, where David Bowie recorded Ziggy Stardust and the Beatles gave an unforgettable iconic performance. You’ll see the birthplace of British Rock and Pop music and experience the exciting development of Pop Culture and how it shaped our lives forever.

Meeting Point

@sohoplace

4 Soho Pl, Charing Cross Rd, London W1D 3BG, UK

Meet outside the Soho Place Theatre, 4 Soho Place. Just by Charing Cross Road and very close to the "Tottenham Court Road" London Underground and Crossrail Station

What's included:

• Live expert tour guide and music history anecdotes

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes

Denmark Street

Denmark Street, , London

An iconic street in London's music history where the Rolling Stones made their first album, The Sex Pistols started out and wannabee stars were found waiting to be discovered.

20 minutes

Dominion Theatre

268-269 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 7AQ

Where it all started, where the first US "Rock and Roller" played in 1957 and inspired a whole new generation of musicians.

5 minutes

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

47 Frith Street, , London, W1D 4HT

Where Miles Davis, Buddy Rich, Ella Fitzgerald and many more legends of jazz have all performed since 1965.

5 minutes

Wardour Street

London

Home of the Marquee Club from 1964 to 1988 where so many bands and performers made their first step up the ladder of success.

5 minutes

Saint Anne's Court

St Anne's Ct, London, UK

Just off of Wardour Street this is where Trident Studios was to be found, where the Beatles recorded "Hey Jude", Bowie recorded "Ziggy Stardust" and the rock band Queen began their career.

5 minutes

Carnaby Street

London, W1F

The focal point of the Swing 60's in London, a street transformed by music, musicians and fashion.

5 minutes

Heddon Street

Heddon St, London W1B, UK

The location of the photoshoot with David Bowie for the cover of the iconic album "Ziggy Stardust".

5 minutes

3 Savile Row

3 Savile Row, London, W1S 3PB

Where the Beatles would give what was to be their last performance on the rooftop of this building.

5 minutes

London Palladium

8 Argyll Street, London, W1F 7TF

The world famous theatre where the greatest stars of the music world have performed since 1910.

5 minutes