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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picky-and-reasonable, 3/4/2026 4:25:05 AM
Love the mix of history and drinking beers and gin! The tour allowed me to meet and socialize with other travellers while discovering the city and tasting local brews. Fans of gin won’t be disappointed. Merci!
David_E, 3/3/2026 3:38:30 PM
Very lovely places and informative. I do wish that if anyone that is on the tour can have the option to do only tasting.
Damon_F, 3/3/2026 12:39:59 PM
We Had A Great Pub(s) Trip. Thanks Kevin For The Outstanding History Lesson And You Are Well Knowledged About The Pub History On LONDON...
camer0nm19, 3/3/2026 12:33:27 PM
Amazing tour by Kevin! Learned so much and saw some great bars!! I recommend 100%!!!
Darron_B, 3/3/2026 5:52:41 AM
Great tour guide and interesting history. Tour guide had old black and white pictures of the areas we went to and events
Nomad635533, 3/2/2026 5:02:03 PM
Mark was great! History and beer!
747kaitlinr, 3/2/2026 5:01:08 PM
This was a great tour. Mark was great. A great combination of history and beer. I highly recommend for anyone that enjoys pubs.
asimpson0214, 3/2/2026 4:59:55 PM
Fantastic experience with Mark. Loved the pubs and the history along the way. Would certainly recommend early in anyone’s trip.
deftone84, 3/2/2026 4:57:41 PM
Absolutely brilliant tour by Mark! Loved every pub stop and appreciate all the history along the way, as well. Great recommendations on all drinks and all food.
Richardstar, 3/2/2026 4:57:09 PM
Mark as fantastic. Good advice on beers. Solid cock fighting knowledge. Excellent historical facts
- 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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