London Historical Pub Walking Tour for Private Groups
by Liquid History Tours
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This private walking tour in London lasts three to four hours and covers about three miles through the City of London. A professional guide leads the group and tailors the route to include four or five of London’s well-known pubs and gin distilleries from a selection of over thirty. The tour begins near St. Paul’s Cathedral, where the guide provides an overview of its history and explains how it survived World War II. The group then walks to the Black Friar pub, spending about twenty minutes at this art-nouveau style venue with time to purchase drinks. Next, the tour passes St. Bride’s Church, where the guide shares the story behind its “wedding cake” spire. The walk continues to Dr. Johnson’s House, with information about the life and times of the famous writer. Afterward, the group visits The Old Bank of England Pub for another twenty-minute stop inside the former banking hall with drinks available to purchase. The route proceeds past the Temple Bar Memorial, marking the ancient boundary of the City of London, and then to the Royal Courts of Justice, where stories related to England’s highest civil court are told. The tour continues to St. Clement Danes Church, highlighting its RAF connections and the “Oranges & lemons” rhyme. Participants see The Old Curiosity Shop, representing Dickensian London, and then visit Lincoln’s Inn, known for its legal history and London’s oldest tailors. The group also passes Sir John Soane’s Museum, noted for its unusual collection. The tour concludes with a final twenty-minute stop at the Princess Louise pub, a historic gin palace, before ending near Covent Garden. Along the way, the guide shares a mix of local history and stories while walking through alleys and courtyards that are part of the City of London’s character. After the tour, participants may choose to dine in a nearby pub that dates back over 400 years and is reputed to be haunted. Alcoholic beverages are not included but can be purchased at the pubs visited.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Paul's Cathedral
The guide provides an overview of the cathedral's history and explains how it survived the bombings during World War II.
Black Friar
This stop includes a twenty-minute break to enjoy a drink at London's art-nouveau styled Black Friar pub.
20 min
St Bride's Church
Listen to the story behind the church’s distinctive tiered spire, often called the "wedding cake."
Dr. Johnson's House
Hear about the life and times of this distinctive wordsmith who lived here.
The Old Bank of England Pub
Take twenty minutes to have a drink in this pub located inside a former banking hall known for its grand interior.
20 min
Temple Bar Memorial
Pass by the historic marker that once marked the boundary of the City of London.
Royal Courts of Justice
Hear stories and gossip related to England’s highest civil court housed in this impressive building.
St. Clement Danes Church
See the church with its connections to the Royal Air Force and learn about the "Oranges & lemons" nursery rhyme linked to its bells.
The Old Curiosity Shop
View this historic building that dates back to Dickensian London and is said to have inspired the famous novel.
Lincoln's Inn
Visit the oldest tailor shops in London and explore the secretive inn of court within this legal district.
Sir John Soane's Museum
Learn about this eccentric museum housed in the former home of architect Sir John Soane, known for its unique collection.
Princess Louise
Enjoy a twenty-minute stop for a drink at this historic gin-palace style pub, considered one of London's finest.
20 min
Meeting point
Outside St.Paul's underground station (Exit 2) on Panyer Alley
End point
Finish point subject to weather and on the day itinerary
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
London Historical Pub Walking Tour for Private Groups
by Liquid History Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£250Overview
This private walking tour in London lasts three to four hours and covers about three miles through the City of London. A professional guide leads the group and tailors the route to include four or five of London’s well-known pubs and gin distilleries from a selection of over thirty. The tour begins near St. Paul’s Cathedral, where the guide provides an overview of its history and explains how it survived World War II. The group then walks to the Black Friar pub, spending about twenty minutes at this art-nouveau style venue with time to purchase drinks. Next, the tour passes St. Bride’s Church, where the guide shares the story behind its “wedding cake” spire. The walk continues to Dr. Johnson’s House, with information about the life and times of the famous writer. Afterward, the group visits The Old Bank of England Pub for another twenty-minute stop inside the former banking hall with drinks available to purchase. The route proceeds past the Temple Bar Memorial, marking the ancient boundary of the City of London, and then to the Royal Courts of Justice, where stories related to England’s highest civil court are told. The tour continues to St. Clement Danes Church, highlighting its RAF connections and the “Oranges & lemons” rhyme. Participants see The Old Curiosity Shop, representing Dickensian London, and then visit Lincoln’s Inn, known for its legal history and London’s oldest tailors. The group also passes Sir John Soane’s Museum, noted for its unusual collection. The tour concludes with a final twenty-minute stop at the Princess Louise pub, a historic gin palace, before ending near Covent Garden. Along the way, the guide shares a mix of local history and stories while walking through alleys and courtyards that are part of the City of London’s character. After the tour, participants may choose to dine in a nearby pub that dates back over 400 years and is reputed to be haunted. Alcoholic beverages are not included but can be purchased at the pubs visited.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Paul's Cathedral
The guide provides an overview of the cathedral's history and explains how it survived the bombings during World War II.
Black Friar
This stop includes a twenty-minute break to enjoy a drink at London's art-nouveau styled Black Friar pub.
20 min
St Bride's Church
Listen to the story behind the church’s distinctive tiered spire, often called the "wedding cake."
Dr. Johnson's House
Hear about the life and times of this distinctive wordsmith who lived here.
The Old Bank of England Pub
Take twenty minutes to have a drink in this pub located inside a former banking hall known for its grand interior.
20 min
Temple Bar Memorial
Pass by the historic marker that once marked the boundary of the City of London.
Royal Courts of Justice
Hear stories and gossip related to England’s highest civil court housed in this impressive building.
St. Clement Danes Church
See the church with its connections to the Royal Air Force and learn about the "Oranges & lemons" nursery rhyme linked to its bells.
The Old Curiosity Shop
View this historic building that dates back to Dickensian London and is said to have inspired the famous novel.
Lincoln's Inn
Visit the oldest tailor shops in London and explore the secretive inn of court within this legal district.
Sir John Soane's Museum
Learn about this eccentric museum housed in the former home of architect Sir John Soane, known for its unique collection.
Princess Louise
Enjoy a twenty-minute stop for a drink at this historic gin-palace style pub, considered one of London's finest.
20 min
Meeting point
Outside St.Paul's underground station (Exit 2) on Panyer Alley
End point
Finish point subject to weather and on the day itinerary
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.