Historical Tour in Death, Debauchery and Doctors in Soho London
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Meet madams of bawdy houses, body snatchers and benevolent doctors in an hour and three quarters walk through the alleyways and past the townhouses of the square mile that is Soho. Find out how Soho got its name, what happened to murderers after they were executed and how a brave doctor turned detective to discover how 500 people died of Cholera within a few streets in two weeks in 1854. We cover just over a mile of Soho, from a workhouse, to a picnic spot beneath which lies a secret, to the first anatomy school in London and we visit the sites of the first speciality hospitals in London that cared for women, children and those with the 'foul' disease. There will be some sexual content (historical and tasteful) and some gore. It will be funny and moving - sometimes at the same time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour does have some sexual references and may not be suitable for young children.
This tour has some gory references to dead bodies and operations
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Services of a Westminster qualified tour guide
In-person Guide in English
Any snacks or drinks
What To Expect
Soho Square
Discover the first brothel in Soho where women like one eyed Peg specialised in flogging the upper classes.
Broad Street Cholera Pump
Find out who started the Cholera epidemic of Soho which killed 500 people in two weeks - and who stopped it.
Options
Historical Tour
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thoroughly enjoyable walk :)
Linda C,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We’ve done many of the London Walks over the years, all good, but this was the best by far! Loads of interesting history and fun facts. Highly recommend!
Wonderful!
howardg341,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour with very knowledgeable guide. Especially enjoyed the historical description of important British physicians.
A brilliantly curated tour of Soho by an authoritative and creative tour guide
Z7651XOmariaf,
Feb 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luisa is a brilliant guide who has created a fascinating historical tour of Soho - an area I thought I knew well but now see afresh! Informative and entertaining, the pace was excellent and the 2 hours flew by. I can’t recommend Luisa highly enough and will be booking the Covent Garden tour next.
One of the best city walks I’ve been on!
H6519XValif,
Jan 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting and intriguing walk through Soho, full of fun facts and details. If you’re wondering whether or not to go I’d definitely recommend it!
Fascinating
Travel09287205834,
Nov 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the death doctors and debauchery tour of Soho. Who knew the area had such a fascinating history. Well presented and thoroughly recommended.
18th century Soho came alive !
Z1277CRastridk,
Sep 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Soho came alive with 18th century characters! Lou was excellent at creating an atmosphere - setting the mood and scene with lots of historical detail.we were taken around at a perfect pace - she had images that added to the story. She was very happy to answer any question - and did encouraged us to ask. You could see that she was an enthusiastic historian and excellent communicator .
A great way to learn more about Soho
T818VQrebeccas,
Sep 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really entertaining and informative tour. Luisa's weaves together her knowledge of Soho's history with fascinating tales of its residents struggle to survive in this chaotic and infamous part of London. Brilliantly engaging and thoroughly recommended!
Time well spent
119rikkab,
Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed Lou's tour, Death, debauchery and doctors in Soho. It was informative and entertaining, bringing the past to life with sympathy ,compassion and humour.
Insightful & mind-blowing
Joe Y,
Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was blown away by Lou, who curated the sights with exceptional expertise, sharing fun facts & at times gruesome history with us! She was very caring and took care of the needs of individual guests. The tour was informational yet there was never a dull moment. Thank you for the great experience!
Interesting and enjoyable
Gladstones,
Sep 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour around Soho was really interesting and highly enjoyable. Lots of unusual anecdotes and although I thought I knew Soho well, I learnt a lot
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