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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.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 18 years
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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9,658 reviews
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Carlos R,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
Shadow, our guide, was perfect for this. Friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating and full of historical and significant information. Trust her drink recommendations! Had a blast.
Laura C,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
Fabulous way to learn the history of London while visiting several charming historic pubs. Kevin, our tour guide, was superb!
Rich K,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
Guide provided informed historical context for visited pubs. Selected pubs were bith historical and interesting. Guide helped to make tour both informative and fun.
TRACIE C,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
Will was GREAT! Very knowledgeable and brought us around to some really great pubs. 15 people total in our group and he was always looking out for our group.
Sean B,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
Very knowledgeable and fun tour. Learned tons about the different pubs and their histories. Each pub had a different feel and experiance.
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