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Two people sitting at a table, holding glasses of Guinness beer. 2
A person in a coat standing in a dimly lit room with a wall clock and a framed picture. 3
A narrow alley with brick walls and wooden benches. 4
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By Side Routes

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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$49 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • See London’s oldest and most historic pubs all the way back to the 16th Century
    • Come for the history or the beer, or both
    • Stroll through cobbled streets and hidden courtyards
    • Experience London’s pub culture from past to present
    • Learn about the Local legends who once attended these public houses

Activity location

    • London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1 Waterhouse Square 138, London EC1N 2ST, UK | We will meet at Waterhouse Square. I will be holding a green sign that says Side Routes so you can easily identify me.
    • London, England, United Kingdom

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London: Historic Pubs & Taverns Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$49.33 x 1 AdultAU$49.33
Total
Price is AU$49.33

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Small Group Experience
  • Inclusions
    Visits to multiple historic pubs
  • Inclusions
    Non-drinkers welcome
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks (guests can purchase pints or snacks themselves)
  • Exclusions
    Transport to meeting point

What you can expect

  • Step into London’s legendary pub culture on this guided walking tour through some of the city’s most historic taverns.

    Explore atmospheric streets and hidden courtyards as your guide shares the stories behind centuries-old pubs, from traditional coaching inns to grand Victorian gin palaces that once welcomed writers, rogues, politicians, and poets.

    Along the way you’ll visit several iconic London pubs, while learning about the history of British ales and how pub culture shaped everyday life in the city.

    During the tour you’ll:

    • Visit historic London pubs and traditional taverns
    • Hear fascinating stories of famous drinkers, criminals, and local legends
    • Learn about British pub traditions
    • Discover hidden streets and historic corners of London

    This relaxed and social experience combines history, storytelling, and great beer, making it the perfect way to discover a different side of London.

    Ideal for history lovers, beer enthusiasts, and travellers looking for an authentic London experience.

    Remember, British pubs can get busy, full of locals, travellers and more, but that's all part of the fun!

Location

Activity location

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    • London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1 Waterhouse Square 138, London EC1N 2ST, UK | We will meet at Waterhouse Square. I will be holding a green sign that says Side Routes so you can easily identify me.
    • London, England, United Kingdom