London’s Historical Pubs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

At a glance

London’s Historical Pubs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 1h 30m – 2h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Prices start from $14.99 per person. Included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English.

Quick facts

Duration

1h 30m – 2h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–15 per booking

Ages

Adult 6–99

Cancellation

See cancellation policy

Options & availability

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Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   The tour starts at Blackfriar Station which is just a short walk to Blackfriar pub. You'll learn about the pub and even get to peek inside if it's open.

2. Stop 2

   The tour passes by the first gin distillery in the City of London for over 200 years. You'll hear about its history while you walk.

3. Stop 3

   While walking past, you'll get to enjoy the magnificent view of St.Bride's church. You'll learn a bit about the genius architect behind the church while you walk.

4. Stop 4

   On this tour, you'll learn a bit about some of the famous regulars who frequented the pub along with some of its history. If you like, you can even stop inside for a quick drink (at your own expense).

5. Stop 5

   You'll pass by the house of Dr Johnson who is the man behind Oxford's first English dictionary. You'll hear a bit about him while you walk.

6. Stop 6

   On this tour, you'll pass by the statue of Hodge the Cat. You can stop to admire him if you like and take in some of the finer details of the statue that are pointed out to you.

7. Stop 7

   As you walk, you'll pass by the oldest vintners and wine merchants in the City of London. You'll hear a bit about them as well as a humorous story about a female customer.

8. Stop 8

   The tour passes by the narrowest pub in the city. You'll learn a bit about it while you walk.

9. Stop 9

   As you pass by Prince Henry's Room you'll be shown some of its finer architectural details and learn a bit about it.

10. Stop 10

    As you pass by the Royal Courts of Justice, you'll hear about some of the famous names connected to the city's second highest civil court.

11. Stop 11

    On this tour, you'll pass by London's oldest tailors. You'll hear a bit about the store and its history while you walk.

12. Stop 12

    The tour passes by The Seven Stars pub. While you walk you'll hear about the pub's clientele, what it's named after, and some of its general history.

13. Stop 13

    On this tour, you'll pass by the infamous Hunterian Museum. You'll hear about the museum and what they collect and display.

14. Stop 14

    The tour passes by what is quite possibly London's most exquisite small museum. You'll hear about the museum and the man it's named after.

15. Stop 15

    The tour ends outside of The Ship Tavern. You'll hear about the tavern, its history and be able to pop in afterward for a tipple (at your own cost).

Meeting point

End point

Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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