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London Soho Music Trail – Walking Tour

London, England
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

From the roaring 20s to the swinging 60s via skiffle and punk, Soho’s streets have seen it all. Get to the heart of this dynamic area’s musical history on a walking tour that would take days to research independently. Follow in the footsteps of Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, the Stones, Elton John, Amy Winehouse, and many, many more as you discover classic venues, album cover locations, and signature shopping streets.
  • Learn about the venues where Bowie, The Who, and more got their start
  • Follow in the footsteps of rockers, bluesmen, jazzers, and punk deities
  • Capture classic shots at street markets, cafés, and more
  • Travel through musical history from the Jazz Age to Taylor Swift

What's Included

  • Local Rock guide
  • 2-hour music-themed walking tour
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Hard Rock Cafe
    Criterion Building, 225-229 Piccadilly, London W1J 9HR, UK

    Your guide will be waiting outside the main entrance. Note this is the Hard Rock Cafe in Piccadilly Circus next to Horses of Helios fountain on Haymarket and NOT the one on Old Park Lane, Hyde Park Corner.

End point

  • Chesham House, 138 Regent St., London W1B 5SG, UK

    The tour ends near Regent Street, within walking distance of Piccadilly Circus or Oxford Circus station.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

1

Piccadilly Circus

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Wardour Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Old Compton Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Soho

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Tin Pan Alley

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6

Soho Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Broadwick Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

Carnaby Street

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

Regent Street

10 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
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a walking tour with an approximate 3-mile walk with break options; we walk no matter the weather! Please dress accordingly.
  • Please note that infants will need to either be able to walk or be transported in a pushchair, which will need to be provided by you.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 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

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Kate was the best

G_M, Feb 2025
Kate was so full of knowledge and anecdotes about all the music eras! Definitely recommended if you are a Rock n Roll fan and wish to have a stroll in Central London while admiring the main landmarks for music history. Really enjoyed!

The Guide ‘Rocked’ It!

Minsa_M, Feb 2025
It was indeed a musical adventure through London Rock Music history! Our Guide was very friendly and informative :)

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