London Small Group Tour: The Pirate Pubs of Old London Half-Day

At a glance

London Small Group Tour: The Pirate Pubs of Old London Half-Day is a 3h – 4h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Arthur the Leisure Pirate. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $555.53 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Guided tour of 4 historic riverside pubs.

Quick facts

Duration

3h – 4h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Confirmed within 48 hours

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–15 per booking

Ages

Traveller 0–120

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• The Pirate Pubs of Old London Half-Day Tour

  from $539.62

  Days:

  Every day

  Start times:

  14:30

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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 · 40m

   Visit the 16th century pub where the Mayflower was once moored

2. Stop 2

   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.

3. Stop 3 · 15m

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 40m

   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

5. Stop 5 · 10m

   Visit the spot where many pirates met their grisly fates, including Captain Kidd, who inspired Robert Louis Stevenson to write Treasure Island

6. Stop 6 · 40m

   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

7. Stop 7 · 15m

   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

8. Stop 8 · 45m

   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

Meeting point

End point

Traveller ratings

Good to know

• 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

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions