Secrets of Spitalfields Private Walking Tour

At a glance

Secrets of Spitalfields Private Walking Tour is a 3h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Ye Olde England Tours. Prices start from $230.34 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private Guided Walking Tour through Spitalfields in the East End of London.

Quick facts

Duration

3h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

Pickup

Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

Confirmation

Confirmed within 48 hours

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–15 per booking

Ages

Youth 10–14 · Adult 15–99

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• Secrets of Spitalfields Private Walking Tour

  from $157.94

  Pickup included

  Days:

  Every day

  Start times:

  10:30

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• Dennis Severs' House Museum

  from $177.68

  Dennis Severs' House Museum: A 'Silent' tour offers a glimpse into 18th & 19th century life in England through the eyes of a family of Huguenot weavers. Pickup included

  Days:

  Sat

  Start times:

  10:30

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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 · 3m

   The oldest licenced house in the City of London. A lovely old Tudor pub from 1593 with a fascinating history in this no-mans land between the City and Whitechapel.

2. Stop 2 · 10m

   There's been a church here for well over 1,000 years and many famous people such as Sir Isaac Newton and Daniel Defoe have worshipped here. The beautifully landscaped gardens hide a terrible secret beneath!

3. Stop 3 · 5m

   The infamous Aldgate Pump (of death) not only has a remarkable history but inspired a phrase in 'Cockney' English.
   
   Nearby we will see ruins of the old Trinity Priory.

4. Stop 4 · 5m

   Londons hardest to find cemetery is right opposite an infamous murder spot.

5. Stop 5 · 2m

   Discovered when preparatory works for the Gherkin where being made.

6. Stop 6 · 2m

   One of the most iconic of the modern generation of London skyscrapers

7. Stop 7 · 2m

   The oldest surviving Synagogue in what was once a very Jewish area of London.

8. Stop 8 · 5m

   This was once a notorious part of London just outside the City Walls

9. Stop 9 · 5m

   Now a fashionable leisure destination but 150 years ago home to the East India Company. It's history though goes back over another 1,000 years to the Knights of the Cnihtengild.

10. Stop 10 · 5m

    Spitalfields has a long history in the textile and weaving trade.

11. Stop 11 · 2m

    A relic of the past which survived until just a few years ago.

12. Stop 12 · 2m

    This beautiful White Chapel Huguenot Church was once the centre of the community and nearby we will see some of the beautiful houses, shops and pubs in the area.
    
    We will also see where Queen Victoria had her wedding dress made and why she chose Spitalfields as well as seeing a period house often used in TV shows and films for its authentic appearances.

13. Stop 13 · 5m

    Original Alms Houses from times past which are still operating and giving a helping hand to those that need it the most.

14. Stop 14 · 2m

    This mosque was once a synagogue and before that a church.

15. Stop 15 · 10m

    Just one of several markets in Brick Lane

16. Stop 16 · 20m

    Brick Lane was once a very Jewish area and we will go by Britains oldest Beigel shop which you're very welcome to try out. Nearby is the legendary Dark Sugars who we think make the best Hot Chocolate in the world. Or you might want to try out some of the incredible flavours from the Indian Subcontinent.

17. Stop 17 · 10m

    We won't list all the markets round here... but you get the idea!

18. Stop 18 · 10m

    In the midst of the best preserved streets of Spitalfields, we will see the historic Dennis Severs' House. (If you pick the optional entry on a Saturday then we may be able to go inside). Either way, this area gives an idea of how rich Spitalfields used to be before it descended into the poverty and crime which gripped it through much of the 19th and 20th centuries.

19. Stop 19 · 5m

    Once home to a famous animal market. Now one of the trendiest markets in London

20. Stop 20 · 5m

    During the recent extensive development of the area, archeologists found these ruins deep underground that once stores thousands of bones.

21. Stop 21 · 15m

    This listing of what we see isn't all-inclusive as there are various other places too such as the birthplace of Susanna Wesley, the mother who gave birth to John and Charles who founded Methodism.

22. Stop 22 · 10m

    Once an old functioning market but now a high-end place with great food and artisan products.

23. Stop 23 · 5m

    One of the most atmospheric streets in London though it doesn't take too much imagination to realise its history might not be as pleasant as it is today.

24. Stop 24 · 5m

    Near to 'Bedlam' we finish this tour by this lovely and evocative memorial to Jewish children saved by Sir Nicholas Winton just before WW2.

Meeting point

Good to know

• 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

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions