London Historic Pub Tour: Fleet Street Taverns, Small Group
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Walk through London's drinking history on a 2.5-hour small-group tour of four genuinely historic pubs — including Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, the 1667 tavern frequented by Dickens, Twain, and Conan Doyle.
Your local guide tells the stories behind every doorway, fireplace, and Tudor beam, from medieval Holborn to Victorian Fleet Street.
Drinks are not included — you can order your own at each pub at your own pace, or simply soak in the atmosphere while you listen to and learn about the traditions that made pubs the social heart of London life.
Highlights include:
• Walk through 4 historic pubs — from 1430 Cittie of Yorke to 1667 Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
• Hear stories about Tudor merchants, Victorian journalists, and the hidden alleys of the City
• Join a small group of up to 15 — never a coach crowd, always intimate
• Order your own drinks at each pub if you want — or just soak in the atmosphere
A relaxed experience combining local history, storytelling, and great beer.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Travelers will step into the living history of London’s pub culture on a guided walking experience through some of the city’s most atmospheric historic taverns, starting near Seven Dials.
The experience begins at a historic pub site connected to London’s early drinking culture. Guests will explore a tucked-away tavern setting with traditional interiors, hearing stories of Tudor London, early city life, and how pubs became essential social spaces centuries ago. This first stop sets the tone as travelers enjoy their first drink and immerse themselves in the city’s past.
What‘s Included
Maximum 15 people per tour for an intimate experience
2-hour guided historic walking tour
Stories along Fleet Street + the City of London
Visits to four historic London pubs
Drinks of any kind (beer, wine, soft drinks, water) — purchase your own
Transportation to meeting point
Food or snacks
(appreciated but not expected)
Options
London Historic Small Group Pub Tour: Taverns and Beer Tastings
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pub awesome tour
Y2339GKseand,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was fantastic, great energy and delivery we loved it!
What a great and fun...
Jenna K,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great and fun experience! I definitely recommend Side Routes. They put together such an awesome tour.
Great tour
Naomi T,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tomi was a fab guide, taking us to 4 historic pubs, plenty of historic info on each pub, era & area we covered. Plus lots of laughs along the way !
Great fun on a historical pub tour
anniedO7116BN,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tomi was great, so knowledgeable and friendly! Such a fun tour learning about lots of London pub history and having a few drinks along the way!
5/5
zoegO7658RT,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00unbelievably fun! amazing views in all the bars Tomi was so Friendly THANKYOU!!
Amazing tour!
sarahduke2022,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Lots of information and laughs all round! Tomi was an amazing host and tour guide, will definitely be coming back!
Amazing pub tour
681eoino,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Did a tour with Denise who was an excellent tour guide. Denise was very knowledgeable and made the experience that much better with her knowledge of every pub!!!
Great tour!!
ceylinc2024,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace was amazing 🫶 thank you for the tour
Historic pub tour
punams67,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Denise was a great tour guide, very well spoken And very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour.
Amazing tour
W9648YNcarolinee,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Denise was great! She was so knowledgeable and kind. We had a fantastic time!
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