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

Name: London’s Historical Pubs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Start: 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Location: London

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US$15.12 per guest

Adult x1

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

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Location

London

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Language

English

Other

Vegetarian, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

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

Good To Know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

The Blackfriar (Pass By)

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.

City of London Distillery & Bar (Pass By)

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.

St Bride's Church, Fleet Street (Pass By)

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.

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese (Pass By)

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).

Dr. Johnson's House (Pass By)

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.

Hodge the Cat (Pass By)

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.

El Vino Fleet Street (Pass By)

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.

Ye Olde Cock Tavern (Pass By)

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

Prince Henry's Room (Pass By)

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

Royal Courts of Justice (Pass By)

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.

Ede & Ravenscroft (Pass By)

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.

The Seven Stars (Pass By)

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.

Hunterian Museum (Pass By)

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

Sir John Soane's Museum (Pass By)

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 Ship Tavern (Pass By)

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).

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours

22/06/2026 - 27/09/2027

MONDAY

SUNDAY

00:00 - 23:59

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Blackfriars, Queen Victoria Street, Greater London England, United Kingdom, GB, EC4V 4DY

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Before 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.

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