Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London
Recommended by 100% of travelers
London, England
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Vacationers in London usually have to choose between learning about the city’s history and exploring its drink culture. This historical pub crawl gives you the best of both worlds. Explore the heart of London on foot with your guide, visiting a hand-picked selection of bars and distilleries. Listen to stories dating back centuries as you pass by St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Old Curiosity Shop, and Covent Garden.
- Private tours ensure a personalized experience, tailored to your interests
- Stop at several top London pubs, with time to purchase drinks (own expense)
- Pass by landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral and St. Bride's Church
- Choose from multiple tour timings, from lunchtime to evening
What's Included
- Professional Tour Guide
- Alcoholic BeveragesAll drinks at own expense along the way, so you can indulge as much or as little as you desire...
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1 Cheapside, London EC2V 6AA, UK
Outside St.Paul's underground station (Exit 2) on Panyer Alley
End point
- Underground Ltd, Holborn Station, Kingsway, London WC2B 6AA, UK
Finish point subject to weather and on the day itinerary
Itinerary
St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass By)
1
Black Friar
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St Bride's Church (Pass By)
Dr. Johnson's House (Pass By)
2
The Old Bank of England Pub
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Temple Bar Memorial (Pass By)
Royal Courts of Justice (Pass By)
St. Clement Danes Church (Pass By)
The Old Curiosity Shop (Pass By)
Lincoln's Inn (Pass By)
Sir John Soane's Museum (Pass By)
3
Princess Louise
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
5.0
based on 677 reviews
Laura_C, Apr 2026
Freddie was an amazing and knowledgeable tour guide. He really made the whole experience interesting and fun. The tour was just right in duration, and we ended at our dinner destination -- which was a great recommendation.
Liz_M, Apr 2026
What a fun way to spend last Sunday afternoon. Adam was great. Super knowledgeable, personable, and fun. We had a great time. Would highly recommend!
Melissa_B, Mar 2026
Wonderful historical pub tour. Lyndon was phenomenal. He was charismatic, knowledgeable and friendly. He guided us around the city with grace and made us feel safe. If you want to learn more about London and its history while having a few good drinks, do this tour!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Lovely to share the wander with you. Cheers!
Abigail_C, Oct 2025
We did this on our first night in London - a great way to get started! Lyndon was entertaining and a great wealth of knowledge about the history of the pubs but also the neighborhood that we were exploring! He catered the tour to our tastes, and told us the best stories about the places that we visited. I can't wait to go back to some of the places that he showed us!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Welcome to London's liquid history. Cheers!
Donald_L, Sep 2025
Guide very knowledgeable and personable. Went to 5 different pubs and the guide told stories about each. Recommended beer and drinks that were excellent.
Amy_N, Sep 2025
If you’re looking for a walking tour that’s got that “no diggity, no doubt” vibe, look no further than Ricky and his trusty sidekick, Diggity! This Historical Pub Walking Tour of London is the real deal, and Ricky knows how to keep it smooth like a fine gin.
From the moment we kicked off, Ricky was dropping knowledge bombs about London’s history that had us saying, “Wow, I can’t believe I didn’t know that!” His insights were engaging and entertaining, making the history feel alive and relevant. And let’s talk about those drink recommendations—Ricky was spot on! He’s got a knack for pairing the perfect gin or beer with the pubs we visited, leaving us feeling like we were sipping on the essence of London itself.
And of course, we can't forget about Diggity, who added that extra charm to the tour. It’s like having a personal mascot who’s as cool as Ricky’s drink choices.
If you want a tour that’s informative, fun, and just the right amount of cheeky—no diggity, no doubt—Ricky and Diggity are your go-to duo. Grab your friends, your best pub crawl spirit, and get ready for a legendary time! 🍻
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Boom! Boom! Shakes the Diggity Room! Great to share the stroll and good times with you. Thanks for the support and lovely review. Cheers to you!
Maureen_R, Aug 2025
Lachlan Andrews was a fantastic London pub tour guide!! He knew so much about each pub we visited and the beers/ales/casks they served. He also was very knowledgeable about London history. Our group of 5 really enjoyed our tour and would highly recommend Lachlan.
susan_m, Jul 2025
Lynden our guide was amazing! not only energetic and accommodating but truly a master at his craft. His knowledge of history and how he can tell
stories and make them
so interesting! we had an incredible time. highly suggest a private tour. We visited 4 amazing pubs while also seeing a lot of the city of london!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Lovely review for Lyndon. Great to hear that you had such a great stroll. Cheers!
Laurie_M, Jun 2025
Adam did a phenomenal job keeping me up to date ahead of the tour. The girls were off on another adventure and I needed to book something the guys would be interested in doing. It was a perfect fit! My dad and brothers enjoyed seeing a part of London I had not taken them to, the friendly conversation and the knowledge that Adam shared. It was the only activity they agreed they all would want to do again on the trip.
Amy_W, Apr 2025
Lachlan was an amazing guide—knowledgeable, funny and well-organized! Of our two weeks traveling through Barcelona, Paris & London, this was our favorite tour!
Amanda_C, Apr 2025
Exceptional tour with Lyndon!! He was full of knowledge and quirky facts. Absolutely loved all the pubs we visited. This tour was just what we were looking for! Thank you again, Lyndon for a perfect day!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Oh! Such a perfect day. We're glad we spent it with you. Cheers!
Krina_H, Feb 2025
Our private pub tour in London was truly one of the best experiences I’ve had in over 30 years of traveling through Europe—and this was my seventh trip to London!
We visited four different pubs, each with its own unique atmosphere, showcasing why the British take such pride in their pubs. Our guide, Ricky, had a well-planned route but took the time at our first stop to get to know our group and customize the rest of the night based on our interests. Along the way, we got a fantastic mix of local history and pub culture, making the experience even more immersive.
Ricky was incredibly knowledgeable about beer and helped guide our group in choosing drinks we would enjoy. The locals and bartenders were welcoming and patient as we explored their favorite spots. To top it all off, Ricky’s adorable pup, Diggety, joined us, confidently leading the way through London’s charming streets—such a fun and unexpected bonus!
If you’re looking for an authentic, engaging, and well-curated pub tour, this is absolutely the one to book. Highly recommend!
Amy_G, Oct 2024
Amazing tour with Lachlan. We arrived in the UK (from the US) that morning and this tour was the perfect anecdote to jet lag. Lachlan was super knowledgeable about the area and we stopped at pubs and learned about (and drank) cask ales and gin and tonics. We got to go behind the scenes in some of the pubs and see amazing historical gems. Highly recommended.
John_C, Oct 2024
Lachlan was a fantastic guide! Would highly recommend him to anyone. He’s very funny and knowledgeable about pub history in London!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Cheers to you John!
Barbara_F, Oct 2024
Fantastic tour! John is the best and very knowledgeable and fun! We visited many pubs and enjoyed the historical aspect of each pub we went to. Definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Great to see you all again and share it with your friends. Cheers!
Michael_E, Oct 2024
The Cheeseman made this a memorable experience! Lots of fun. Authentic and beautiful pubs. Great mix of history and dinking!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
The Cheeseman is the new postman and always delivers. Cheers!
Gwyneth_D, Sep 2024
What a terrific guide we had. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about London and history. He was attentive and responsible.
Lance_I, Sep 2024
A great time sampling several local beers and ales at fabulous historic pubs. Lyndon was a fantastic guide full of historical insights and witticisms! He was very personable and took the time to tailor the conversation to our interests. A definite “must do” activity.
Kathy_M, Aug 2024
Adam was great not a dull moment!
We enjoyed his humor and knowledge of the pubs. Great experience along with the beer and gin!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Beer, gin and a slices of liquid history all round. Cheers!
Lisa_R, Jun 2024
Ricky was super knowledgeable and very pleasant. We really enjoyed our time with him and his dog, Diggity. I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in the London pub history and finding unique off the beaten path places.
Luc_B, Jun 2024
Excellent! John, our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgable. We totally enjoyed the stories and history of each pub. We would have never known these special gems were there if it weren't for our tour. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone that enjoys history and of course... fine beer!! Cheers!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Cheers for the beers!
Dan_B, Jun 2024
Lyndon was a most personable and knowledgeable host. He made sure that everyone in our group had a great time -- and we did!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Great times and greats guides guaranteed. Cheers!
Denise_R, Apr 2024
Despite the dreary weather Freddie our guide made us feel welcome and at ease. As we were a small group he was super flexible and accommodating, tailoring a tour to our tastes with lots of history and tasty beer. We finished the day at the Seven Stars with a fabulous meal, Freddie was excellent company and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend the tour and our guide.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Aha! Classic posh nosh at the Seven Stars is a fine finale in the sweet and buxom gastronomic bosom of the one and only Roxy Beaujolais. Cheers!
Sondra_M, Mar 2024
Freddy is a great storyteller and took us places we never would have picked on our own. Great experience.
Michelle_H, Feb 2024
Despite the atrocious weather, we had a great time. Adam was a fantastic guide, good company and knowledgeable about the historical and alcoholic aspects of the tour. Would recommend.
Lori_P, Jan 2024
We loved our time with Claire. She was so knowledgable and fun. Collectively, we agreed the historical walking tour was one of our favorite activities while on vacation.
Joseph_C, Jan 2024
Adam gave us a fabulous private tour of four great old pubs. Now I know where the word pub comes from. It was great.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Lovely to have you on board Joseph. Cheers!
Julie_L, Dec 2023
Mark was great. Loved his insight and his he had options when a pub closed early. So many wonderful pubs. All unique.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Always got to have a plan B in the pub tour world, but there's always another cracker hiding just around the next corner. Cheers!
Donovan_H, Nov 2023
Adam was an excellent guide. Incredibly friendly, knowledgeable about all of the pubs, and helpful when trying to pick out what beer to choose. This tour was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to London, would absolutely do it again.
Adam_S, Oct 2023
John was great on our small group pub tour. We bought out the tour for just 4 of us and have a great personal time. He took us to the historic pubs and then some dive bars to watch the match. Fun fun time I'll never remember.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
If you remember it then you simply weren't on the right tour. Immemorable times all round. Cheers!
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