London: History of Gin Guided Tour with Tasting in a Small Group

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
2 - 6 guests
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Language
English
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Explore London's gin-infused past with an expert guide. Taste diverse gins and uncover their fascinating history in a small group tour through iconic streets and hidden local gems.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Dive into Britain’s liquid history with our passionate Gin expert and discover your personal preferences sampling this piney beverage as you make your way through the streets of London.


Our guide will take you on a journey through time - from the British Gin craze, which in 1725 saw over 5 million gallons of Gin being produced on a weekly basis, to how this beverage went from being socially acceptable to heavily taxed by the government. From the distilling process, to the correct serving manner and from its dark underworld practices to its origins as herbal medicine, a tasty and educational tour is guaranteed.


• Challenge your tastebuds with various Gin tastings

• Go off the beaten path discovering the local’s favorite hideouts with a group no larger than 6 participants per guide

• Learn about the practices of the Gin production process and its sinister origin

• Make your way through some of London’s most characteristic streets whilst diving into the city’s Gin crazed history

What You Get

• Guided Tour of 2 hours and 30 minutes
• 4 Gin Sampling Included
• Professional Tour Guide
• Food/Additional Beverages
• Gratuities
• Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off

Good To Know

  • We do not provide alcohol beverages to any participants below the age of 18
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

1

Trafalgar Square

Linking back to Napoleons' Battle this square has been a significant landmark since the early 1200s. Our guide will walk you past its most impressive sculptures and share its correlating anecdotes.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Covent Garden

Discover this shopping and entertainment hub amidst St. Martins & Drury Lane alongside our guide. Learn about the history of the impressive opera house, which today homes the 3rd largest auditorium in London.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3

Seven Dials

Once a promising affluent area south of Shaftesbury Avenue that eventually turned into slums and homed the more intriguing side of society, is known today for its vibrance and wide selection of bars. Our guide will introduce you to this neighborhood’s extensive past.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Historic Seven Dials, Seven Dials, Greater London England, United Kingdom, GB, WC2H 9HA

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Seven Dials sundial pillar. Your local guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
End Point

London, Greater London England, United Kingdom, GB

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Our guide will be happy to direct you to the nearest public transportation or recommend other sights/places of interest in the area.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: May 22, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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