Top London Walking Tours

Discover one of the most dynamic, fascinating, and historic neighborhoods in London on this walking tour of Soho, a place where centuries of culture, entertainment, and urban transformation coexist in just a few streets. Although we will visit places linked to great artists and discover the enormous musical impact of Soho, the tour goes far beyond music. We will talk about the history and evolution of the neighborhood, its architecture, its historic pubs, its cultural diversity, and the role it has played in the social and nightlife life of London. If you want to discover Soho from a broader perspective, learn the stories hidden behind its streets, and understand why this small neighborhood has had such a huge influence on London culture, you will love this tour!

Our tours are researched, developed, and delivered by guides with a genuine passion for their subject. Instead of cookie-cutter scripts, every tour is built on their own research and brought to life through engaging, high-quality storytelling. Please note that this is a walking tour of exterior filming locations and landmarks only; no attraction entry or entrance fees are included.

Join a walking tour of sightseeing and storytelling, devised by London's leading blogger followed by tea and Apple Strudel at the Whitechapel Gallery. ‘In the flesh The Gentle Author is an even better storyteller, a magician of social history who brings the past alive and reanimates the present.’ Patrick Barkham, The Oldie Visit the site of London’s first purpose built theatre from 1567, learn about the White Raven which served as a refuge for ‘black poor’ in the 18th century, wonder at the Whitechapel Bell Foundry founded in 1570, explore the Pavilion Theatre and the Whitechapel Mount, and discover where Joseph Merrick known as the ‘Elephant Man’ was displayed before he was rescued by surgeon Frederick Treves of the London Hospital. This tour was originally commissioned by the Whitechapel Gallery with the support of the Golsoncott Foundation.

This self-guided walking tour of central London runs from Victoria Station to Covent Garden, about 4 km in 75 minutes. Along the way, it tells the story of two students who pitched a tent in Buckingham Palace's garden and woke to armed guards. Look for a tiled railway map from 1899 inside Victoria Station, garden huts covered in thousands of shells, and the pelicans of St James's Park, a gift to Charles II in 1664. Trafalgar Square hides London's smallest police box. It's now a broom cupboard. Then comes the Sainsbury Wing, built after a prince called the first design a monstrous carbuncle, and a joke its architect may have been making in return. Perfect for curious visitors who like noticing the details. Install the VoiceMap app and enter the ticket code from your confirmation email to download the tour and start walking.