Private Tour
Guided Rock & Roll Walking Tour of Soho
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore London’s West End with me your 100% five star, music obsessed guide. I won’t just show you the sights; I’ll take you on my personal tour of Soho’s rock ’n’ roll soul, packed with energy, laughter and insider stories you won’t find on any plaque.
We’ll visit the doorway where Paul met Linda, the club where Hendrix made his official UK debut and silenced Britain’s guitar gods and the building where Jagger and Richards auditioned for the Stones. Stand where Bowie became Ziggy, and where Buddy Holly and Jerry Lee Lewis tore up early London stages.
See the former Sex Pistols home, and recreate the Oasis "Morning Glory" cover. We’ll stop by the studios that birthed Bowie’s Space Oddity, Elton’s “Your Song,” The Beatles’ “Hey Jude,” and George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord.”
We’ll even uncover the venue where Genesis played as Garden Wall and The Police as The Aces in 82.
Bring your sense of fun, every stop has a story, every corner has a secret and I’ll share them all with you.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
What To Expect
Soho
Explore on foot with me London's West End with its rich musical heritage. London as a capital city witnessed the birth and rise of many world leading bands and artists. The Who, Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Cream, Yardbirds, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, Sex Pistols, Elton John, Rod Stewart, David Bowie and too many more to mention. It was also the home of the swinging 60’s Mods, Skinheads, Punks and New Romantics. Carnaby Street in particular has and always will be the epicentre of culture and lifestyle in London’s West End. Be introduced to vintage vinyl popular record stores, famous musical clubs, trendy and iconic fashion clothing stores and view commemorative blue plaques of legendary and past global music stars. So if music is your thing come and walk the streets of Soho in London’s West end with me. Be sure to have your camera to hand. Your pictures will last as a fitting story of your personal journey through the best music capital city in the world.
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Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Rock & Roll tour ever!!
Tom D,
Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00So happy we booked this tour with Grant! Definitely the highlight of our trip to London! Grant is a great person and a wealth of London and Rock & Roll knowledge. The tour started at the London Palladium (site of many legendary concerts by The Beatles, Stones, Jimi Hendrix and just about everyone else that matters) - from there he took us to all the important rock & roll landmarks including where David Bowie and Oasis shot their album covers - for a Bowie ultrafan like me, this was complete joy! And Grant took photos of us to recreate the exact album cover - just amazing. From there many other highlights including the famed Marquee Club, The Ship, Sounds of the Universe records (where Brian Jones first met 2 guys named Mick and Keith) and the building where Bernie Taupin wrote My Song for Elton John. Too many more to mention- suffice it to say that we didn’t want the tour to end! Don’t hesitate to book this time with Grant - I will definitely book with him again next time we’re in London!! Highly highly recommend!!
Rock and roll Soho tour
insightl2024,
Feb 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on this tour with James he was lovely and very interesting, he made it fun information I didn't actually know. Will definitely recommend and will do again. Gabrielle and Judi
Wonderful Tour, even for a Rock and Roll novice
Laura N,
Nov 7, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on this tour, even though we weren't much into the topic of rock and roll before. Grant was a wonderful guide and took the time to show us around Soho and tell us a lot of fascinating facts about its history. Brilliant tour that we definitely will (and already have) recommend to our friends. 10/10
A must for music buffs.
Jennifer H,
Oct 28, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Grant, was so knowledgeable about the 60's and the talent that originated from Britian and influenced the world music scene. He took us to places that were unassuming, but so full of history. It would be a shame if this information dissappeared. Maybe Grant could write a guide or catelogue something on the Internet so these places are not forgotten. Enjoyed the experience.
Best Tour in London for Rock N Roll
Brittney H,
Sep 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Without a doubt one of the most interesting and entertaining tours in London! Grant has a wealth of knowledge of the city, Soho and all genres of music that have come in/out of London. Pure passion exudes from Grant which makes the tour an enlightening experience. 100% recommend!
Full of true passion
Olivia E,
Jun 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We expirienced a very nice Rock and Roll history tour through the heart of Soho. Our Guide was very knowledgeble, lots of little side stories, and his way to talk was full of true passion. We enjoyed it a lot. Thank you again from Hamburg.
What a great experience for anyone interested in the history of rock
Getaway67019343921,
Mar 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I didn't know what to expect and had no idea so much of global rock started in London. There were so many secret places where things happened that defined how rock and roll developed. From david Bowie, The Beatles, Oasis and many many more you will hear lots of interesting stories and see the places where it all started. Our guide was incredible knowledgeable and made the tour a fantastic experience.
An experience not to be missed!!
Robert C,
Mar 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00What an incredible tour! Extremely knowledgeable and personable. Our guide made the experience come to life with meaningful stories that wove the richness of the city’s musical heritage together perfectly.
Rock n Roll Trivia Tour
Mjcandr,
Dec 2, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We joined Grant on a walking tour of Soho & discovered a wealth of rock n roll trivia. He took us to a range of different land marks, some completely inconspicuous, other more well known, and told stories, backed up with facts, dates, photos & record covers. A self confessed Bowie fan, Grant has an extensive knowledge of the golden era of rock n roll & was the perfect host. The trip inevitably included some ‘watering holes’ where we were all able to reminisce about our favourite music albums.
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