Jack the Ripper Walking Tour with Ripper-ologist
Description
Embark on a thrilling walking tour with an expert 'Ripper-ologist'! On this night you will follow the footsteps of London’s most infamous serial killer - Jack the Ripper - as you visit the real-life murder locations and hear the facts, clues and theories behind one of history's most captivating and unsolved crimes. For three months during the late 19th century, the Whitechapel area of London was enveloped in fear. During this period, a spate of murders known as the 'Whitechapel Murders' took place; five women were murdered and brutally mutilated by a killer that was never caught. To this day, the identity of the killer remains a mystery, and well over a hundred theories exist today that attempt to lift the veil on the identity of one of history's most elusive murderers. Visit the real-life murder locations with your expert tour guide, who will paint a picture of life in Victorian London during this period.
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Tour Starts: 7:00 pm, outside Whitechapel Gallery
For three months during the late 19th century, the Whitechapel area of London was enveloped in fear. During this period, a series of murders known as the 'Whitechapel Murders' took place; five women were murdered and brutally mutilated by a killer that was never caught. To this day, the identity of the killer remains a mystery, and well over a hundred theories exist today that attempt to lift the veil on the identity of one of history's most elusive murderers. Wander the same dark, cobbled streets and alleyways as the Ripper's victims and visit the murder sites as our expert tour guide reveals the gruesome, horrific details behind their deaths and how the killer mutilated his victims in trademark fashion. Listen as our expert tour guide brings the history of 19th century Whitechapel to life and reveals an area gripped by fear and uncertainty.
You'll also visit Spitalfields Market and the Ten Bells pub, where it is rumoured the killer visited and selected his unwitting victims from as they drank their troubles away.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not recommended for anyone under the age of 12 years, those of a nervous disposition or those frightened of the dark. Parental discretion applies
- We recommend comfortable shoes and a waterproof coat or umbrella
- We encourage guests with e-tickets to bring these on their smart devices
- This tour is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Personal Audio Headset for the best audio experience
Reviews(272)
Booked online via Viator. Showed up very early at the meeting point. Waited until 30 minutes past the meeting time. No guide ever showed up. Reached out to Viator and awaiting refund. Would not recommend.
Hello Kevin_K, Thank you for your review, we appreciate you sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you missed the tour, we understand this may be a Viator miscommunication issue, we will speak to them and help fix this issue. All the best Evan Evans
We really enjoyed this 2 hour tour and it was different than what we expected, in a good way. I assumed it would be all about Jack the Ripper but it had a twist... it was about the women not the man/monster. Our tour guide, Jamie, was entertaining and knowledgeable while being very respectful to the women who lost their lives. Jamie set the scene up perfectly and his timing, locations and sharing the facts vs fiction was done really well. His passion for this topic was evident and he was excellent at the storytelling part of the tour. I learned more about this part of London's history and saw parts of the city I would never have explored if not for this tour. I definitely recommend it. It was a cool way to spend a few hours.
Hello LWECS13, Thank you for leaving us feedback about the tour. We are glad that our team did a great job. We work very hard to ensure that our customers get outstanding service, and it makes us very happy that it reflected during your recent visit. We hope to see you again soon! Best wishes Evan Evans
Our trip was cancelled and now I'm having to make all kinds of calls to get a refund. They still have my money. I'm not sure if Trip Advisor is to blame but I waited on hold 10 minutes and my call was cut off. Terrible customer service.
Dear Lacey, We are sorry that your tour was cancelled, however if you still haven't received your refund please email us at reservations@evanevanstours.co.uk and we will have our team investigate this for you. Best regards, Evan Evans Team
We wanted a spooky adventure while in London and got it with the Jack the Ripper tour. Our guide walked us through the streets and brought the story to life. Standing where the victims once stood, while it was dark and drizzling, was cool and creepy. The fish and chips sampler was awesome also. Would highly recommend this tour if you're looking for a bit of the darker side of London!
Hello Mary, Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We hope to see you again on another one of our tours! Best wishes Evan Evans Team
Tour guide never showed up or let us know tour was cancelled. We. Are now trying to get a refund but we had to waste a night of our vacation getting to and from drop off site.
Dear Jason_W, We are extremely sorry for failing to meet your expectations. We appreciate how frustrating this may be. Please email us at reservations@evanevanstours.co.uk with your ticket ID number for further details on refunds. Best regards, Evan Evans Team
We did the Jack the Ripper tour. Our tour guide John was extremely knowledgeable about Jack the Ripper and the history of London. The tour starts with a coach bus tour of London and then you walk for the Jack the Ripper tour. We also got free fish and chips. You get a lot in this tour for the low price. You won’t regret it. Book now!
Dear Natalie_M, We would like to thank you for your kind words and for sharing it with the rest of the community. Our team works very hard to provide the best service and it makes us very happy that it reflected during your visit to our establishment. We hope you come visit us again soon! Best wishes Evan Evans Team
John the tour guide was amazing! He was very knowledgeable, charismatic, and was so known by the locals in the White Chapel area it was clear he has spent years cultivating relationships in the area. Ally, our bus driver was also excellent. I would do this tour again in the warmer months and would definitely book more tours through Evan Evans! I had my 18 y/o daughter and 16 y/o nephew with me and they both enjoyed the tour as well.
Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for leaving us feedback about the tour. We are glad that our team did a great job. We work very hard to ensure that our customers get outstanding service, and it makes us very happy that it reflected during your recent visit. Best wishes Evan Evans Team
John was an excellent guide, extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. J.C. our driver did an exceptional job navigating during what seemed to be very heavy traffic. All members of our family were pleased with our experience. Well worth doing a highlight of our trip to London.
Hello Denver_J, Thank you so much for this 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We hope to see you again on another one of our tours! Best wishes Evan Evans Team
John was amazing!!! He makes you feel the story he is telling. He knows his stuff!! Very much worth the time and money!!!
Hello Roberta, Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy that you took the time to leave us this wonderful note. We do our best to keep our customers happy and we are glad that our hard work has paid off! We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Best wishes Evan Evans Team
The manner in which our tour guide, John Steel, told us about the murders made the tour suspenseful and informative. The short stop for fish & chips was enjoyable. If you go make sure to book a nighttime tour and don’t stray down any dark deserted streets.
Hello Arnold_R, Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us — and we agree, John Steel is truly a gem to have on our team! We hope you come visit us again soon on another one of our tours. Best wishes Evan Evans Team
