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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

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London, England
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On average, this is booked 42 (26) days in advance.

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover ancient ale houses and literary drinking dens on a 3.5-hour afternoon pub tour of London. Centered on the area in and around the City of London, the tour visits at least four of London’s finest historical pubs, your guide will recommend different ales in each (not included). Hear the history of the pubs, learn the differences between Elizabethan coaching inns and Victorian gin palaces, and visit the watering holes frequented by legendary British novelist Charles Dickens. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group pub tour, ensuring you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

30 Newgate Street
City of London, London EC1A 7HL, UK

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End point

Holborn Station
Kingsway, London WC2B 6AA, UK

The tour has no fixed end point, but you can expect to finish close to Holborn station or the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand

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St. Paul's Cathedral (pass by)

Enjoy fine views and quirky history
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Blackfriars Bridge

Visit London's finest art nouveau pub
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St Bride's Church (pass by)

Hear the tale of the "wedding cake" church
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Fleet Street (pass by)

Explore the "street of shame" and visit a number of historic pubs
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Dr. Johnson's House (pass by)

See the home of the famous wordsmith and meet his favourite cat Mr Hodge
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Prince Henry's Room (pass by)

See a building dating to 1610 and gateway to the Knight's Templar
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Royal Courts of Justice (pass by)

Listen to the legal tales enjoy the majestic architecture
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Lincoln's Inn (pass by)

See London's oldest tailor and traverse the heart of legal London
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Sir John Soane's Museum (pass by)

Be inspired to return to this exquisite collection
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Covent Garden (pass by)

We finish our walk on the edge of Covent Garden with more pubs and restaurants a short walk away
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5452DRINK

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What's Included

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  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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