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Charles Dickens London Walking Tour

4.5 · 15 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 2h 30m ✓ Free cancellation
Charles Dickens London Walking Tour

At a glance

Charles Dickens London Walking Tour is a 2h 30m guided experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Brit Icon Tours. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $33.65 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide.

Highlights

  • Free cancellation for flexible planning

Quick facts

Duration
2h 30m
Group
Small group, up to 30 travellers
Languages
English
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Journey back in time to a Victorian London, that Charles Dickens used to know and follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous writers in the history of literature. Get to explore locations, the writer knew and loved and learn about sites that inspired his beautiful stories.

What's included

What's included

  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 1h

    Step back into a bygone era and get ready to learn about the wondrous life of Charles Dickens, beginning with his troubled childhood and ending with his breakthrough as an world renowned author. Visit some fragments of London that Charles Dickens not only knew but which he wrote about in his beautiful stories and gain an insight into the years that helped him into becoming a grand personality.

  2. Stop 2 · 1h 30m

    Your guide will lead you through twisted alleyways and show you buildings and places including streets he walked through and buildings he recognised. Listen to fascinating facts and beautiful quotes, while walking through ancient corners of London and enjoying fascinating discoveries in London's hidden corners. 

    During the walking tour you will journey back to the 19th century and be amazed by some of the remarkable sites Dickens once knew, visited and wrote about.

Meeting point

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early at your meeting point as the tour will leave promptly. The meeting point is outside Charing Cross railway station in front of Boots which is next to the Clermont Hotel Charing Cross, Strand, London WC2N 5HX where you will find your guide waiting for you.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing.

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Charles Dickens London Walking Tour take?

The experience lasts about 2h 30m.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $33.65 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

Professional guide.

Where does it start?

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early at your meeting point as the tour will leave promptly. The meeting point is outside Charing Cross railway station in front of Boots which is next to the Clermont Hotel Charing Cross, Strand, London WC2N 5HX where you will find your guide…

Can I cancel?

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

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in English.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.

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