Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Spend the morning hot on the heels of Sherlock Holmes in London, learning about the popular Victorian detective while seeing countless filming locations and literary haunts. The 2-hour tour is led by a film-expert guide, who’ll introduce you to sites like Somerset House, the fictional Diogenes Club and more, used in adaptations like Guy Ritchie’s 2009 film ‘Sherlock Holmes,’ as well as the 1979 thriller ‘Murder by Decree.’ So, book now! As the man himself would say: ‘It’s elementary, my dear Watson.’
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Somerset House
The tour ends at Somerset House, to see the site that was used as Pentonville Prison in the 2009 film. While the grand Neo-Classical façade of the building couldn’t be more different to the real-life prison, your guide will bring scenes from the film to life with tales of the baddie who was held there – Lord Blackwood. When your Sherlock Holmes tour of London is over, finish your tour here overlooking the River Thames - the artery that runs through the city of Sherlock Holmes.
Piccadilly Circus
Meet your guide at Piccadilly Circus in central London, and then set off on your walking tour, hearing about Sherlock Holmes – the fictional sleuth from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s late 19th-century stories. The escapades of the deerstalker-clad detective were so popular that film adaptations followed the books, and filming sites are now scattered around the capital. See the place where the eccentric Sherlock Holmes first met Dr Watson – his loyal friend and adviser – and hear trivia about the 1979 thriller
Options
Sherlock Holmes Walk 10:30am
Reviews
202 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It is worth going into the sherlock holmes pub up to the second floor try doing it off peak hours
DaleA T,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Period formative walking tour outstanding guide. Remember, Sherlock holmes and doctor watson are products of Conan Doyle's imagination.
Great tour for Sherlock Holmes fans.
LindaAnn D,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fun and interesting walk around London spotting many sites that appear in Sherlock Holmes movies and are referenced in books. Our guide was excellent. Would highly recommend but wear your good walking shoes, it covers a lot of territory.
Sherlock Holmes Tour
Elizabeth C,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Pace was perfect! Ian was very entertaining and informative! Highly recommend! We saw and learned a lot!
Very interesting &...
Christopher H,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very interesting & entertaining tour. One need not be a Sherlock Holmes fan to enjoy it. Ian was a great guide.
A spectacular tour
Alex L,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Owen delivered a spectacular performance covering a variety of Sherlock Holmes related spots! A must do!
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Operated by Brit Movie Tours