The 6 History Walking Tours in London That Earn Their Price

1.London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,065 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $39Our pick

Meet outside St Paul’s Underground station for a 3.5-hour, 2-mile stroll through London’s pub history. An English-speaking guide leads you to four characterful pubs, including a Victorian gin palace and taverns dating to 1549. Drinks cost extra, and guides such as Dave, Tim, Freddie, Shadow, and Lachlan bring the stories to life.

“A great way to spend an afternoon in London. History, humour and beers. Tour Guide Dave was excellent.”

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2.London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 836 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through Soho with an English-speaking guide such as Gherto, Henry, Sy, or Ben. Visit four historic pubs, hear stories about Lennon, Hendrix, Bowie, Mozart, and the Sex Pistols, and buy drinks along the way. Expect easy walking, lively banter, and plenty of music history.

“The guide Gherto was awesome, I highly recomment this tour!”

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3.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 803 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $44Top rated

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through St. James’s and nearby streets, stopping at historic pubs while guides such as Ben, Luke, Henry, and Tom share royal tales, celebrity links, and local beer advice. The 2 to 3-hour tour costs $44.38, with drinks extra, and has a maximum of 12 people.

“Perfect with tom . Great day. Very interesting and fun . Go ! Vraiment une belle découverte originale”

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4.Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $173

Walk from Cheapside to Holborn with a private guide such as Lyndon, Lachlan, Adam, John, Ricky, or Freddie. Visit historic pubs including Black Friar, the Old Bank of England, and Princess Louise, while hearing stories tied to St. Paul’s, Dickens, RAF history, and the City of London. Drinks cost extra.

“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!”

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5.London: Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 318 reviews · 2 hours · from $24Best value

Join historian Mick Priestley for a two-hour walk from Tower Hill to St Paul’s Cathedral. Cross Tower Bridge, pass HMS Belfast, Borough Market, Southwark Cathedral, Winchester Palace, Shakespeare’s Globe, and the Millennium Bridge while connecting medieval London with the city today. Expect clear storytelling, archive images, questions, and a brisk but manageable route in all weather.

“2 hours of interesting facts, sights and facts about medieval London We loved it and thanks for the great tour!”

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6.London: Historic City Walking Tour(& Rooftop Garden Access*)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · from $49

Follow an English-speaking guide from Temple through London’s ancient core, passing St. Paul’s, the Bank of England, London Bridge, and the Tower of London. Guides such as Maggie, Lucas, Carolina, Matt, and Margaret have led engaging walks. Sunday and Monday tours include Garden at 120, with wide city views.

“The tour was amazing! Our guide Maggie was exceptional! We had a really really good time! Would definitely book again!”

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