Soho Historic Pubs Tour
London, United Kingdom
From EUR 40.87
Office phone number: +44 7500 166 678
Soho Historic Pubs Tour
London, United Kingdom
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
London’s Soho is like a mix of Vegas, Broadway, Amsterdam, and Hollywood all rolled into one. Come visit one of the world’s most iconic entertainment districts, where the rich and famous have rubbed shoulders with the down and out for over 300 years.
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Highlights
- Explore bohemian Soho and see why it’s one of the world’s most iconic districts
- See where the greatest writers, musicians, artists, and actors have rubbed shoulders with royalty and regular folk for centuries
- Enjoy a pint in John Lennon’s local, drop by the club where Marilyn Monroe famously escaped the paparazzi, and see where Jimi Hendrix played his first and final gigs in London
- Visit Karl Marx’s home and see where George Orwell wrote 1984
- Enjoy true English beers and ales at a traditional English pub
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Piccadilly Circus, next to the winged Statue of Eros. Your guide will have a red and white umbrella with the words “Tour Guide” written on it.
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- Starting time: 2.00 PM
- Ending point:
Piccadilly Circus
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, tips/gratuities for your guide.
We’re taking a tour of London’s most famous entertainment area, paying a visit to four iconic pubs and walking in the footsteps of some of the world’s most famous actors, musicians, writers, and world leaders!
On this London tour, we’ll take a historical and cultural look at some of the places that have helped to define London on the world stage. We’ll visit the places where some of the UK’s most famous and infamous characters have lived, worked, and played, with stops at places like the club where Marilyn Monroe used a double to escape the paparazzi. We’ll also head into some traditional English pubs, where you have the option to grab a pint of true English beer or ale.
We’ll also step into London’s red light district and learn about the “English Hugh Hefner,” who brought the sex industry to London.
Some other epic stops on this epic tour include London’s Chinatown and St. Anne’s Church, and the French House (where you’ll discover which world leader established his headquarters here during WWII).
Find out where Karl Marx lived and wrote sections of Das Capital, just metres from the pub where George Orwell wrote 1984. Discover modern-day street art and why there are statues of noses found all over London.
We’ll also explore the wild variations of Soho, from where rock legends like Jimi Hendrix played to where the musical genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart lived and wrote his first symphony.
You’ll get to take a breather when we stop to enjoy Soho Square — the UK’s most cosmopolitan location and currently home to some of the biggest media houses, including Paul McCartney’s own and the former home of Casanova.
We’ll finish our London tour at the bar made famous by John Lennon and Eric Clapton, and where Keith Moon from The Who was banned for life!
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Men should wear closed-toe shoes; no flip-flops, please.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: Travellers under 18 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +44 7500 166 678
Email address: foodanddrink@londonurbanadventures.com
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