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Historic Pubs Tour Ghosts, Ghouls, Gin and Sin

London, England
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Trying to experience London’s historic pub scene while also uncovering its darker past can be hard to do without local insight. This guided pub tour through London solves that by combining visits to four of central London’s oldest drinking establishments with engaging storytelling along the way. As you move between traditional pubs, your guide shares tales of plague, reported hauntings, and local legends—delivered with classic gallows humor—offering an entertaining and informative way to explore the city’s hidden history.
  • Enjoy the insider insights of a local tour guide
  • An evening tour leaves the rest of the day free for exploring
  • Head off the usual tourist trail to visit historic pubs
  • All stops are within easy walking distance of each other

What's Included

  • An entertaining tour with a an expert, local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Old Bailey Water Fountain
    16 Old Bailey, London EC4M 7EG, UK

    Your guide will meet you by the water fountain, near the Magpie & Stump pub.

End point

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

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 02/06/2026 - 04/09/2027

    Monday - Saturday : 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

1

The Viaduct Tavern

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Old Bailey

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

3

Ye Olde Mitre

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

4

Dr. Johnson's House

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

The Old Bank of England Pub

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

6

Fleet Street

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

7

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Over 18's only - Please bring photo ID
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $275.66

per group (up to 15)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 38 days in advance.

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