London Small Group Tour: The Pirate Pubs of Old London Half-Day
Description
Visit four of London's most atmospheric riverside pubs, hearing stories about bloodthirsty pirates and colourful local characters! Discover London's rich maritime past and travel back in time to when this was the world's busiest port, home to communities from every continent. Hear the story of the Pilgrim Fathers and why they set sail for the New World.
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Visit the 16th century pub where the Mayflower was once moored
A beautiful example of English Baroque architecture, St. Mary's Church has existed since the 13th century, but was rebuilt in the early 18th century. It is where Christopher Jones, the captain of the Mayflower was buried.
We will enjoy beautiful views of the River Thames throughout the trip and will also cross under it, using the Thames Tunnel, built between 1825 and 1843 by Marc Brunel and his son Isambard. This remarkable feat of engineering was the first tunnel of its kind under a navigable river. Today, the tunnel is part of the East London Line on the London Underground.
A beautiful riverside mansion that was later converted into a pub, the Captain Kidd takes its name from one of history's most notorious pirates. Owned by the Sam Smith's brewery, this pub boasts an excellent selection of traditional English ales
Visit the spot where many pirates met their grisly fates, including Captain Kidd, who inspired Robert Louis Stevenson to write Treasure Island
A very traditional pub with a beautiful riverside garden. There has been a pub on this site since the 1460s, although the current establishment was founded in 1545. This was where the notorious Judge Jeffries, responsible for the Bloody Assizes, was caught as he attempted to flee the country in 1688
Learn about the history of Wapping, one of the most historic neighbourhoods of the London Docklands. Hear about the gruesome Ratcliffe Highway Murders and the notorious Damaris Page
Step back in time! Dating back to Henry VIII's reign, the Prospect of Whitby is one of the most atmospheric pubs in London. With its flagstone floors and cosy interior, you will feel like you are in a pirate film
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travellers should be comfortable with walking up to 10 minutes between venues
- Travellers should be capable of using stairs
Reviews(4)
This was amazing! I had a great time on the tour. As an Australian travelling by themself, I adored the culture and drinking!
Arthur was an amazing guide. We really enjoyed our tour. A very fun tour suggested to everyone! A must-do to have a full London experience!
Arthur's tour of the pubs of Rotherhithe is an absolute delight. He speaks engagingly about the history of the area, the pubs and the city in general, and there the opportunity for a great pint too!
This tour is a must for history lovers. Arthur has so much knowledge about all things London! We learned so much whilst on a pub crawl…couldn’t think of a better day out. 100% worth it.
