Charles Dickens London Walking Tour

London, England

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Navigating the streets and hidden sites that inspired Charles Dickens can be confusing on your own. This private literary tour solves that, guiding you through narrow alleys, historic byways, and even prison ruins while revealing how each shaped Dickens’ life and works. Learn about his troubled childhood, his literary achievements, and the real-life London that influenced classics such as "Oliver Twist."

Navigate with ease as you local guide leads the way
Learn far more than you would on your own
Uncover spots that many travelers miss out on
Enjoy an in-depth alternative to standard sightseeing tours

What's Included

Professional guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The Clermont London, Charing Cross
Strand, London WC2N 5HX, UK
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early at your meeting point as the tour will leave promptly. The meeting point is outside Charing Cross railway station in front of Boots which is next to the Clermont Hotel Charing Cross, Strand, London WC2N 5HX where you will find your guide waiting for you.

End point

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
145 Fleet St, London EC4A 2BP, UK

Operating hours
.2:00 pm

Itinerary

Westminster Abbey

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Holborn

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.2

based on 10 reviews

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Great Dickensian Walk

Terence_C, Aug 2025

The walking tour was very interesting and took us to the places where Dickens lived and worked. Ian, the guide, was very pleasant and entertaining. We would recommend this tour for getting to see parts of old London.