Historic Royal Pub Tour
London, United Kingdom
From EUR 40.87
Office phone number: +44 7500 166 678
Historic Royal Pub 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
Great Britain is known around the world for its illustrious royal family and its centuries-old pub scene, so what better way to see London than to drink in some of its best (often hidden) drinking establishments and hear scintillating stories of the royals, both past and present?! Along the way, we’ll admire some of London’s most iconic attractions, including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, as we stroll through royal parks and over secret tunnels and raise a glass or two to the monarch!
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Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of some of history’s greatest figures as we explore four hidden pubs
- Enjoy a drink and be entertained with tales about the Royal Family and Winston Churchill
- See Buckingham Palace, St James’ Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and loads more
- Learn about some of the most notorious Royals in history and their salacious scandals of romance, intrigue and betrayal
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Meeting point:
Winged Statue of Eros, Piccadilly Circus. Your guide will be standing with a large open red and white umbrella, close to the statue.
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All guests must be 18 years or over in age and bring a valid ID.
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- Starting time: 2.00 PM
- Ending point:
Near Westminster Abbey
Language: English
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Drinks, food, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Setting out in search of four of London’s best-kept-secret pubs, our tour begins in the royal neighbourhood of St James.
We’ll discover the fun and unique history of the Royals including Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles and Princes William and Harry. Cue pub one!
Passing by some of London’s most famous landmarks and palaces, we’ll delve down seldom trod paths, known almost only to the locals. We will also pass some of the oldest boutiques in London, many of which still provide goods and services for the current Royals and one in particular that provided Winston Churchill with his trademark hats.
We’ll hear tales of London’s secret subterranean history and the tunnels, frequented by Royals and nobles in times of unrest, plague and fire; while drinking just yards from Henry VIII’s favourite palace (cue pub two!).
Take a shortcut through the Royal Park where Queen Victoria was almost assassinated, to arrive at Buckingham Palace to learn the shocking truth about its history and the story of Queen Elizabeth’s famous late-night visitor.
We’ll then tackle pub number three as we traverse one last Royal Park on our way to Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, before finishing at our final pub, for more hilarious anecdotes and drinking stories.
Your tour ends here but before you go, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on what else to see and do during your stay in London.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide.
Exclusions: Drinks, food, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Men should wear closed-toe footwear.
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.
Additional Information: All guests must be 18 years or over in age and bring a valid ID
Closure of sites: There will be several occasions throughout the year when routes and sites are closed due to major national parades or commercial events. These closures are often announced only a few weeks in advance but when they are announced, we will either tailor our route accordingly or block out availability to prevent bookings.
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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