Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Indulge in four unique, local historic pubs, as you embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Soho, where music, mischief and history, intertwine.
Explore the hallowed grounds where the Beatles recorded Hey Jude, The Rolling Stones played their first ever gig, and the site of Jimi Hendrix's last ever performance.
See where Mozart lived. Yes, The Mozart!
Drink a beer in the pub where The Who were barred for life, and even a pub where Dumbledore found himself in a rowdy brawl! – tales that will captivate your imagination.
Discover Soho’s diverse historic tapestry and iconic venues, immersing yourself in the neighbourhood's infamous past and present.
Search Soho's lesser-known corners, once frequented by luminaries like Karl Marx, Casanova, and Marilyn Monroe while hearing tales of modern visitors like Jason Mamoa - AKA Aquaman - and The future King and Queen William and Kate.
If you are seeking an extraordinary off-the-beaten-path adventure, then this is for you!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Soho
Welcome to London’s famous Soho - a mixture of Broadway, Amsterdam, Vegas and Hollywood all rolled into one. Experience British pub culture at its best as we raise enjoy a drink or two at venues made famous by the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, and even Mozart himself. Come see why Soho is one of the world’s most iconic entertainment districts, where the rich and famous have rubbed shoulders with the down and out for over 300 years! Please note: To keep the ticket price as low as possible for guests, drinks are not included.
What‘s Included
Entrance to venues
Local English Speaking Guide
Food and Drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour
Reviews
2,155 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A welcoming first night in Soho
anthonymY4298KC,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall our experience was excellent. Harvey was our guide and did a fantastic job. He was very hospitable and welcoming as it was some of my families first time in London. We stopped at a total of 4 pubs spending about 20-30 minuets at each location. The tour did not feel rushed and had a calm and relaxed pace to it while remaining interesting and engaging. Between each stop Harvey would entertain us with his vast knowledge of the culture in Soho surrounding music and the historical pubs that line the streets. In total it lasted about 3 hours. Harvey was very knowledgeable and passionate which made the tour a pleasure. I would highly recommend booking this tour if you like music, history and a good pint. And make sure to book with Harvey if you get the chance, he made the tour truly special, even going out of his way to recommend dining locations and attractions that catered to the groups interest. 5/5 stars.
Fun London afternoon!
Bettina M,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Al is very knowledgeable, has many great anecdotes and he is great fun! Recommend very much this tour if you are curious and want a light fun walking tour!
Calum was great! He was...
Sue B,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Calum was great! He was very informative and very funny!! We learned a lot and enjoyed the pubs! Highly recommend!!
Pints and tunes at the Ballbuster
M2414CZbillm,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was one of the highlights of our London trip. Ben was a fantastic host. His combination of a fun/engaging personality and his Soho/music knowledge was perfect. I highly recommend this tour and if possible, request Ben as your guide.
A Rockin SoHo Tour!!
I3472ZQjamesd,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00While visiting London my Family booked the soho tour and luckily we had the benefit of having “Harvey” “the multi cultural fun mannered Master tour guide & Actor”who kept us engaged and intrigued with the cool stories (especially the rock and roll stories) with obviously plenty of in depth bar history and beer descriptions! Simply - It was great! I encourage all who pick the soho bar tour to insist on Harvey - our new friend!
Join Harvey for the SoHo Pub tour!
golfgal9419,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Harvey was a relaxed, fun and informative guide! Kinda cool to be in places where Orson Wells wrote. Not too hard of a walk. Harvey also gave us tips for Ireland!
Some great insights into...
Leisl B,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Some great insights into Soho's cultural past. Harvey was really engaging and entertaining and we had a great afternoon in his company in a variety of characterful pubs! As he said our group started as strangers and left as friends! 🧡🍻
Ben was the best!
Marilee S,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ben Cooper made this tour amazing. We wandered through SOHO, stopped at 4 of his favorite pubs for drinks while he told stories, pointed out landmarks and provided lots of recommendations. Informative and engaging!
Great Fun Way to Explore London
N1156KKadriang,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the second tour we’ve done with this company. Until we headed toward the meeting point, it never dawned on us that we might be meeting up with Al - who expertly guided us on the Rock and Roll walking tour we done previously. He was the point of contact and as we introduced ourselves, we reminded him that we’d been on his tour previously. He was again very informative and entertaining whilst making sure everyone in the party was comfortable and enjoying themselves. I’d recommend one of his tours as a great way to see some parts of London and gain some insight at the same time. The company offers more tours which interest us - wonder if we can book into a group being led by Al?
A good time was had by all.
Paula M,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Harvey was very informative and entertaining on our tour of SoHo pubs. Highly recommend this tour. A great time.
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