London Historic Pubs Private Tour With Free Drinks!
Description
Visit some wonderful old pubs, some going back to before The Great Fire of London. Each with their own character and history to tell whilst enjoying an unhurried drink in some very special and unspoilt location just as Londoners do. On occasion sometimes we may swap a pub around with a different but equal quality pub in the unlikely event of a pub being closed. Please note this is a private tour for just you (with friends or family if attending). This is NOT A SMALL GROUP TOUR.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Visit this old Gin Palace where in the cellars you might find cells for prisoners awaiting execution at the old prison next door.
Passing through Farringdon we will see The Castle pub and learn its unusual connection to the Royal Family.
We will pass by the one of the old haunts of Communism as well as seeing part of the ancient estate of the Knights of St. John.
You may recognise this grand old pub from television and films, it also has a backdrop in a distinctly Dickensian part of London. Perhaps most importantly it is said that this is the spot where Lenin and Stalin may have first met.
The hardest to find pub in London which actually somehow be in Cambridge! Once the haunting ground of Queen Elizabeth I
A London institution with an interior like no other. We might be able to grab ourselves a snug booth in this beautiful old pub in the centre of the London legal district. The tour usually visits either this pub or the Seven Stars.
This old pub is in the middle of 'legal' London and it is here where clients would come to celebrate with their legal team if they were found 'Not Guilty'.
After passing through beautiful Lincolns Inn, we will come to Fleet Street, the famous home of the British Newspapers. Here we will find a pub that was once part of an old monastery and learn about its most famous resident, a once vile mouthed, stuffed parrot.
This pub dates back perhaps 700 years old and has been the haunt of every famous London resident for centuries. Learn about its foul-mouthed parrot that lived here 100 years ago and explore the numerous underground levels and bars.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can meet you at any Central London hotel, otherwise from just outside St Pauls Underground Station, next to the Caffe Nerro.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(41)
I cannot emphasize enough how informational and enjoyable this walking tour of English pubs was!Stephen was a walking encyclopedia of facts and humorous tidbits of London and the pubs we visited. The pubs by themselves were amazing and historically significant but getting to know Stephen by the end of our 5 hours or so was an added reward. On top of everything else this was his 52nd birthday and my son Lucas and I and many others who happened to be in Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese sang Happy Birthday to him while tipping a few more pints. What an experience - there is a reason that every other traveler that has written a review of this tour has rated it a 10. Stephen is fantastic - we will be back for another different tour with him for sure!
It was such a pleasure to spend my special day with you two special people. I think if you have to work your birthday in the Christmas period then a pub tour is the best option! I'm so glad that that you both enjoyed your tour with me and to show you all the old pubs and out of the way corners of London. I'll never forget the everyone singing Happy Birthday, led by the strangers next to us.... who are now Facebook friends! It sums up the pub tour really! Thankyou for your booking and amazing review, I really appreciate it and will be thinking of you on my next Historic London Pubs Private Walking Tour. See you next time for the Whitechapel/ East End pub tour!
We have booked Stephen for a small tour with a totally different view of London as a present. After more than 4 hours with 4 pubs "walk-in" and 8 pubs "walk-by" plus a church plus plenty of additional spots and loads of insightful information presented in a digestible and funny manner, we concluded that it was a marvellous tour. We enjoyed our time with Stephen tremendously. Thank you! The tour is absolutely worthwhile.
Thankyou so much for your kind review. It was lovely to meet you all and show you the pubs too. I'm glad you had such a good time!
We had the absolute pleasure of joining Stephen for a private guided pub tour in London, and it was truly the highlight of our trip. Stephen’s encyclopedic knowledge extends far beyond the pubs themselves, though each stop had its own fascinating story and character. He wove together the history of London, British culture, and even broader European events with such depth and clarity that every street corner seemed to come alive. What really sets Stephen apart, however, is his humor and engaging personality. He has that rare gift of making you feel both entertained and enlightened at the same time. The four hours we spent with him flew by, and we were genuinely sad when the tour came to an end. It felt less like a “tour” and more like being shown around by a brilliant old friend who happens to know everything about London. Stephen tailored the experience perfectly to our group, balancing history, storytelling, and of course, some of the most charming and historic pubs in the city. We laughed, we learned, and we walked away with not only a deeper appreciation for London but also memories we will always treasure. If you are considering a pub tour, or frankly, any tour in London or the surrounding areas, do yourself and your family a favor and book Stephen. You will be entertained, educated, and treated to a jolly good time that far exceeds expectations. He is simply the best.
My wife and I had a wonderful time on this tour. Super interactive and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend it.
Thanks so much for your kind review. I'm so glad the you both enjoyed it so much.
Stephan added so much color and knowledge to the tour. It was a great experience start to finish. We got to see many different neighborhoods and pubs that we never would have found on our own.
Thanks so much for your kind review Stacey. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the tour!
Fabulous tour! A must-do if you have a free afternoon in London and are interested in some unique tid-bits and great storytelling! Stephen was an incredible guide who immediately fit in our group and felt like a friend; plus he always had a lively story to share with us over a pint! Would highly recommend this tour (or any of the Ye Olde England themed tours) and will be doing it again on my next trip to London!
Thanks so much for your amazing review Allison. I hope you're all keeping well. It was lovely to meet you and I'm glad you enjoyed the tour as much as I did!
This is a must for anyone coming to London. Steven is a fun and energetic character who knows everything about the city and beyond, answering any question I had to throw at him. Tours and history aren’t the most boring things in the world for me but it isn’t something I typically look forward to. However, looking back on the trip this was a highlight. Being able to see/tour the city and different pubs with a local was great. A lot of pubs we went to we would’ve never found on our own. Thanks Steven!
Thank-you so much for your amazing review. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the tour so much. I love all our tours but the pub tour is one of my favourite and you get to see a different side of London too!
What an incredible tour!!! Our guide Stephen took us to five pubs that were fantastic with each one having a very unique history (and the beers were great too!). My favorite was the Mayflower, the oldest pub on the River Thames! Stephen is incredibly knowledgeable on London's history and shared many interesting stories about the pubs and the surrounding area. I would recommend this tour to anyone and we look forward to booking another tour with him next year!
Thanks so much for your amazing review Richard. I am so glad you had fun and everyone else too. I hope you're keeping well and hopefully will see you again in a few months time!
Stephen was an exceptional friendly and knowledgeable guide! We got great pub history as well as history around London. Definitely worth it! I highly recommend this tour.
Thanks for your great review. I really appreciate and am thrilled that you enjoyed the tour so much!
Stephen took us on this amazing tour of some of the hidden historic pubs in london.We loved the day very much Stephen is very friendly chatty and has so much knowledge. We will go on one of his tours again and would thoroughly recommend his tours to everyone. we saw places we didn't know existed despite living only an hours drive from London . He also gave us a longer day than we expected and didn't feel rushed at all 10/10
It was so nice to to spend the day with you. I'm glad you enjoyed our tour, I did too! It's amazing what there is to find in London away from the tourists sights and down all the nooks and crannies!
