London’s Historical Pubs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Take a tipply trundle through London’s liquid history on this affordable self-guided walking tour.
• Stroll down the city’s quiet backstreets and hidden courtyards in the literary footsteps of Samuel Pepys, Charles Dickens and Dr. Johnson and see four iconic English pubs
• Hear from producer Johnny Warland, a pub aficionado, lover of all things London and fan of the quirkier side of history
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
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The Blackfriar
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.
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City of London Distillery & Bar
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The tour passes by the first gin distillery in the City of London for over 200 years. You'll hear ab…
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St Bride's Church, Fleet Street
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.
While walking past, you'll get to enjoy the magnificent view of St.Bride's church. You'll learn a bi…
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
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).
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Dr. Johnson's House
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.
You'll pass by the house of Dr Johnson who is the man behind Oxford's first English dictionary. You'…
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Hodge the Cat
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El Vino Fleet Street
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.
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Ye Olde Cock Tavern
The tour passes by the narrowest pub in the city. You'll learn a bit about it while you walk.
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Prince Henry's Room
As you pass by Prince Henry's Room you'll be shown some of its finer architectural details and learn a bit about it.
As you pass by Prince Henry's Room you'll be shown some of its finer architectural details and learn…
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Royal Courts of Justice
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.
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Ede & Ravenscroft
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.
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The Seven Stars
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.
The tour passes by The Seven Stars pub. While you walk you'll hear about the pub's clientele, what i…
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Hunterian Museum
On this tour, you'll pass by the infamous Hunterian Museum. You'll hear about the museum and what they collect and display.
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Sir John Soane's Museum
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.
The tour passes by what is quite possibly London's most exquisite small museum. You'll hear about th…
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The Ship Tavern
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).
The tour ends outside of The Ship Tavern. You'll hear about the tavern, its history and be able to p…
Meeting Point
Meeting PointBlackfriars, Queen Victoria Street, Greater London England, United Kingdom, GB, EC4V 4DY
Open in Google MapsBefore arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Point
End PointThe Ship Tavern, Gate Street, Greater London England, United Kingdom, GB, WC2A 3HP
Open in Google MapsThe tour ends outside of The Ship Tavern.
Start Time / Opening Hours
Start Time / Opening Hours22/06/2026 - 15/11/2027
MONDAY
- SUNDAY
00:00 - 23:59
Non Refundable
This experience doesn't offer free cancellation. Amount paid is non-refundable once booked.
US$752.63
