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
What To Expect
St. Paul's Cathedral
Enjoy fine views and quirky history
Blackfriars Bridge
Visit London's finest art nouveau pub
What‘s Included
Local guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs
Reviews
11,019 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great old pubs
taniatK6188QG,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris the tour guide was witty and very knowledgeable about the pubs we visited. He made the tour an enjoyable experience. Would highly recommend.
Great experience!
Cheryl R,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lyndon from London was an awesome tour guide! My group loved all of the history and the pubs were awesome. So glad we did this!!
Excellent pub crawl
T6576QYchristopherm,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great afternoon “necking a few pints with me mates.” Tried splitting the g, tasting cask beers and ciders across 4 historic pubs Chris Cheeseman did an excellent job of sharing history and showing off historical pubs. See the pictures for me face when leaving the tour.
Great tour - book it!!!
Deirdre B,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I am not a beer drinker but my husband is; and we are both interested in old buildings, their history, and the stories that go with both. This was a great way to have a relaxed, fun afternoon over a few drinks, in bars we would normally walk by - if we saw them! Our guide Dave, was full of knowledge, and added a few very interesting snippets of history and anecdotes about each venue while we were present in each. We had so many laughs, and visited really cool little venues. We both totally recommend this tour for both the social aspect, and the history aspect - oh, and the drinks of course!
Well done Adam
GeorgeAnthony B,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You will see areas of old London, with loads of historic interest. Also, enjoy a drink or two on the way.
Mitch Aussie
Mitch v,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great fun and great pubs and great historical information. Recommend to others wanting an easy walk.
Will was a great tour...
Chris C,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Will was a great tour guide. What a great way to tour through some of the (liquid) history of Lindon!
Greatest brewery tour in London
jackpG8942HI,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic tour. The cheese man was the best. He was very knowledgeable and we went to some amazing pubs. Would highly recommend this for singles couples and any age group!
Super Liquid Tour! Highly recommend
Q1304ETtrishh,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was a very fun guide - good information delivered with great humour. Good pace of tour 👏👏👏
We had such a great time...
RacelFranchesca W,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a great time on the historic pub tour with Shadow! Each pub had its own unique atmosphere and character, which made the experience feel really special and never repetitive. The variety of drinks and pub styles gave us a fun glimpse into London’s pub culture beyond the typical tourist spots. Even though the group was fairly big, Shadow made the tour feel personal, welcoming, and easy to enjoy. She was engaging, friendly, and did a great job bringing everyone together throughout the night. It’s honestly one of the best tours to do if you’re visiting London solo or just want to meet new people and make friends while exploring the city. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a fun, social, and authentic London experience!
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