London's Oldest Pubs: Uncover History, Ale & Secret Tales
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.
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674_rn_h, 10/19/2025 4:58:49 PM
We really enjoyed this sunday afternoon and got some good storys from Tim our guide and tasted exellent birers in facinatina old pubs.
Angie H, 10/19/2025 1:07:01 PM
Clare was amazing. We had so much fun. The walk wasn’t bad but the pubs were worth it. Thank you!!!!!!!! Great time for family or friends.
Sightsee31324597450, 10/19/2025 12:24:59 PM
Had an amazing tour with Tim as our host! We had some laughs, pints, and learned some terrific knowledge of London history. All pubs we visited on tour were more than accommodating, and our fellow tour travelers were fun and friendly. Highly recommend this tour, thanks Tim!
Sherpa61152777523, 10/19/2025 12:18:56 PM
Fantastic tour. Saw a lot of great pubs and met some great people. Will, the tour guide, was great and so informative. Recommend it without hesitation.
briansG9678ES, 10/19/2025 12:17:29 PM
Will was excellent! Very informative and fun. Learned a lot loved the pubs.. drinks were good . What else can I say . Would recommend it,
colinb529, 10/19/2025 9:16:36 AM
A really, really good way to spend a few hours, with family group or friends. A leisurely but very informative walk around the City of London, stopping to hear local stories and calling in for a pint in four historic pubs. Most of our group were tourists from around the world, who found it fascinating, and having the chance to chat with all of these people really added something to the tour also. Out tour guide, Tim, was excellent, knowledgeable, humorous and a really decent guy.
Janetamcgrath, 10/19/2025 8:00:05 AM
Had a lovely afternoon strolling through the city and visiting some great pubs. Our guide Will was so knowledgeable about the history of the City and the pubs we visited and made everyone on the tour feel welcome. A thoroughly enjoyable tour, highly recommended.
kevingM1008ZP, 10/19/2025 6:08:33 AM
Mark led us on an entertaining night out, teaching us about some of the oldest and most historied pubs in London. The background he gave brought even more color to establishments already teeming with historical intrigue. He also gave useful drink recommendations to ensure maximum enjoyment of all the finest beverages England has to offer.
alexdF6087ZB, 10/19/2025 3:21:02 AM
Thank you Chris Cheeseman for the exceptional liquid history tour. I greatly enjoyed the history + drinking opportunities are numerous pubs. His insights were excellent and I’d gladly take this tour again. Highly recommended!
Melissa_K, 10/18/2025 7:20:03 PM
Great tour! So interesting to hear about the history of the area and the pubs we visited. We had a great time and I would definitely do this again.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
Departure point
Outside ST.PAUL'S UNDERGROUND STATION (EXIT 2) Meet outside Caffe Nero on Panyer AlleyReturn details
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.No redemption information available
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