London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover ancient ale houses and literary drinking dens on a 3.5-hour afternoon pub tour of London. Centered on the area in and around the City of London, the tour visits at least four of London’s finest historical pubs, your guide will recommend different ales in each (not included). Hear the history of the pubs, learn the differences between Elizabethan coaching inns and Victorian gin palaces, and visit the watering holes frequented by legendary British novelist Charles Dickens. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group pub tour, ensuring you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 18 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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What‘s Included
Local guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs
Reviews
10,602 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wicked Tour
joshbG2616LU,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was brilliant! 10/10 experience, he was always making us laugh eith funny jokes and cool history about the pubs we visited. Definitely a must if your ever in town, ask for Adam he is hilarious 😂
An amazing tour
gabrielasD2692IB,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was a WONDERFUL guide. He absolutely made the experience for my husband and I on our honeymoon. He was personable, gave great stories, and took the time to get to know everyone on the tour. I can’t recommend him and this tour enough!
Pleasantly surprised
Vacation61624621768,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very energetic, enthusiastic fun tour with Adam 😉
Solo travel
S6230BTjennifera,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time! As a solo traveler, I felt safer exploring London at night in a group and Mark was a lovely guide!
Great tour!
Ducktraveler,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our afternoon tour led by Tim was a great time! We learned some history combined with a great tour of some local pubs.
Pub Perfection
Companion217483,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tim is amazing and we loved every minute of the tour! Not only did we enjoy all the pubs, but the interesting historical facts we learned along the way. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit some hidden gems :)
Visited 4 historic pubs but got great commentary along the way.
Ralf S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Highly recommend it.
Lovely day
ashleygO2212KH,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time. Lovely pubs and learned a lot!
I couldn't recommend this more
rosannalI5875BS,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I couldn't recommend this more. We had the best time learning lots of useful facts and finding some new pubs too. Great choice for locals or tourists - fun for all.
Great Tour
ChrisS709,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great selection of pubs, knowledable tour guide, would do again if another tour was available through liquid history covering a different area of London.
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