London: Historic Pubs & Taverns Small Group Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Skip the tourist pubs and step into the real thing. On this 2.5-hour small-group tour, a local guide leads you through the historic heart of London, stopping at four pubs where the city's history was poured, one pint at a time. The centerpiece is Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, rebuilt just after the Great Fire in 1667 and a favorite haunt of Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and Arthur Conan Doyle. The remaining stops stay secret until you're standing in front of them, tucked-away taverns most visitors walk straight past, with hidden vaults, Tudor beams, and centuries-old fireplaces. Your guide knows every story, from the traditions behind the bar to the characters who once leaned against it. At each stop there's time to order a drink if you fancy one, settle in, and simply soak up the atmosphere while you listen. With group sizes kept small, there's always room at the bar and time for your questions.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is outside the main entrance of the red brick Victorian building at De Vere Holborn Bars, 138 to 142 Holborn, London EC1N 2SW, directly opposite Bus Stop D. Your guide will be holding a green sign that says “Side Routes” so you can easily spot them.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Cittie of Yorke
Travelers will step into the living history of London’s pub culture on a guided walking experience through some of the city’s most atmospheric historic taverns, starting near Seven Dials.
Duration: 25 mins
2. Old Bank of England
The experience begins at a historic pub site connected to London’s early drinking culture. Guests will explore a tucked-away tavern setting with traditional interiors, hearing stories of Tudor London, early city life, and how pubs became essential social spaces centuries ago. This first stop sets the tone as travelers enjoy their first drink and immerse themselves in the city’s past.
Duration: 25 mins
3. Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
Next, guests visit a spectacular former Victorian institution transformed into a grand pub. With soaring ceilings and ornate details, this stop showcases London during the height of the Victorian era. Travelers will learn how law, journalism, finance, and pub culture collided in this historic district, while taking time to relax and enjoy the impressive surroundings.
Duration: 25 mins
4. The Salisbury Pub
Your final stop is a true architectural gem, richly decorated and filled with symbolic details inspired by its medieval surroundings. Saved from demolition by preservationists, this pub represents a turning point in London’s history, where heritage, design, and community came together. Enjoy your final drink surrounded by craftsmanship, stories, and one of the most beautiful pub interiors in the city.
Duration: 25 mins

Inclusion

Maximum 15 people per tour for an intimate experience

2-hour guided historic walking tour

Stories along Fleet Street + the City of London

Visits to four historic London pubs

Exclusion

Alcoholic beverages

Transportation to meeting point

Snacks

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Side Routes

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