London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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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
10,824 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great value tour
44cathleenl,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent. Chris was wonderful, full of fun, memorable facts. His knowledge of and affection for his city and its historic pubs came with good beer and cider recommendations and engaging conversation. Highly recommend this small group tour.
An engaging afternoon of history and drink.
Julian A,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really enjoyable, enthusiastic and enlightening tour of several really interesting historical pubs with some really nice cask ales. Alex was particularly engaging and informative.
A fantastic friendly pub tour!
ryaneV3854VP,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cheese man! He was the best tour, appreciate all of his knowledge about some of the pubs around London.
Excellent way to spend an...
Julia P,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent way to spend an evening in London. Meet some great people, and our guide Freddy was extremely knowledgeable, sociable, and friendly. Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore London in a fun, casual way.
Fantastic Guide: Informative and Entertaining
RMD994,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was such a great guide! Informative, entertaining, and made everyone laugh. He was very personable chatting with everyone on the tour and telling great stories about the pubs. I definitely recommend the historic pubs of central London waking tour.
History going down easy
Companion21593721875,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the walking tour. It was a really relaxed vibe, with lots of history along the way. I’m not much of a beer drinker, but Adam suggested a lot of alternatives and we had quite a bit of fun along the way. So much history happens in pubs!
FUN
darrellk746,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was awesome! He's interesting and knowledgeable. We had a great time!
So interesting!
A5868FAjoannea,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So interesting! Great pubs and history!
Recommend
EvanT420,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed the tour would recommend
Great Historic Pub tour with Chris. A must do experience !
Marianne K,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Chris z’was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. All pubs visited were unique and he also talked about history of the area as well walked. Highly recommend !
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