Historic London Pub Tour

Step back in time and discover the best pubs in London on this exciting and historic London pub tour. This London walking tour takes you on a journey through centuries-old taverns and hidden watering holes, where famous writers, politicians, and even royals once gathered. Unlike a standard London pub crawl, this historical pub tour of London blends storytelling and heritage with the atmosphere of authentic British pubs, offering the perfect balance of education and entertainment. Led by expert guides, this pub tour of London reveals fascinating tales of Britain’s drinking culture, from medieval alehouses to Victorian gin palaces, all while you enjoy classic pints and local favourites. Recognized as one of the best London walking tours, this historic London pub tour guarantees unforgettable memories, a taste of real London life, and a chance to raise a glass in some of London’s best pubs.

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Tour Details

📅 When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
⏰ Time: 1:30pm
⏳ Duration: 3.5 - 4 Hours
📍 Start: Embankment Station
🔊 Language: Tour in English
💰 Price: £14 per person

Highlights

⭐ Four historic London pubs each with unique history.
⭐ Guaranteed seats in the oldest licensed pub in London (800+ years old!)
⭐ Enjoy a friendly welcome at a traditional ‘spit and sawdust’ pub.
⭐ Discover the history of British pub culture.
⭐ Walk through the heart of Covent Garden.
⭐ Meet the locals and visit pubs that many tourists don’t know about!
⭐ Local drink recommendations from your knowledgeable London tour guide.

Inclusions

WHAT IS INCLUDED

✅ 3.5 - 4 hour London historical pub tour
✅ Entry into four historic and best London pubs
✅ Professional tour guide

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

❌ Drinks (at own expense)
❌ Food
❌ Gratuities

Please Note:

  • All guests must be 18 years old or over. Photo identification may be checked by our tour guides and pub staff. Guests under the age of 18 will not be permitted to join the tour.

  • All drinks are at own expense. Your knowledgeable local London tour guide will be happy to provide you with fantastic drink recommendations at every stop.

  • We strongly recommend having lunch before the tour starts as it will not be possible to order food until the last pub.

Do you have a Go City/London Pass? Please book on our dedicated Go City/London Pass booking page instead!

About Historic London Pub Tour

Step into centuries of British pub culture and discover the best pubs in London with this historic London pub tour.

This London walking tour will take you through the heart of Covent Garden with this London pub crawl including entry into four of the most historic and best pubs in London each with its own unique history and atmosphere. Each stop on your pub tour of London will allow you to soak in the history and heritage of centuries-old taverns and hidden watering holes whilst uncovering the fascinating stories, colourful characters, and hidden secrets of some of London’s most famous pubs.

This London historical pub tour is not a fast-paced London pub crawl. Our pub tour of London will give you plenty of time to enjoy a drink (or maybe two!) at each pub whilst your knowledgeable local tour guide regales you with tales of the pubs fascinating history. From ancient taverns with timbered walls through to the oldest licensed pub in London (it’s over 800 years old!), you’ll discover how these public houses shaped London’s history. And do keep an eye out - it is not unheard of for a celebrity or public figure to be spotted enjoying a drink in one of the pubs visited on our London historical pub tour.

This historic London pub tour is perfect for visitors who love history and want to explore traditional British pub culture with a good pint. Our knowledgeable pub tour guides will always be happy to provide drink recommendations and the history behind some of the best local beverages from ales, lagers, gins, stouts and more.

Don’t drink alcohol? No problem! This London historical pub tour is a great choice as all of the pubs visited on our pub tour of London cater to non-alcoholic drinks as well as soft drinks and water.

Your historic London pub tour isn’t just about the pubs and the drinks; it’s about experiencing the social heart of what makes London one of the worlds most loved cities. You’ll meet fellow travellers and locals alike, sharing stories and laughter in some of London’s most historical and atmospheric settings.

So join us on this memorable historic London pub tour and discover the history, charm, and spirit of the best London pubs whilst raising a glass to the timeless tradition of the British pub.

Start Point

📍Embankment Station (Embankment Pier Exit)
Embankment Place, London WC2N 6NS

Your Historic London Pub Tour will start at Embankment Station. On arrival at the start point please meet your tour guide at the Embankment Pier Exit holding the yellow umbrella.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Please note that our Historic London Pub tour must be booked in advance. Due to high demand and capacity limits in the pubs we cannot accept walk up guests.

  • All guests must be aged 18+ years old on the date of the tour. Please bring identification. Please note that identification may be checked by our tour guides and/or pub staff. We cannot accept any guests onto this tour under the age of 18 years old even if they are travelling with some over this age.

  • If your preferred date is not available on the booking calendar then the tour is either sold out or not running on that date.

  • All of your guests must be included in the same booking. We often run multiple tours and each booking is allocated to a tour guide before you arrive for the tour. If you make separate bookings then it is likely your guests will be split up with different tour guides and visit different pubs. Once a booking has been allocated to a tour guide then it cannot be changed.

  • Please note that our tours have a limited capacity. Please only make a booking if there are enough spots available for all of your guests. Please do not make separate bookings. Please note that we cannot welcome any additional guests that are not included in your booking.

  • Please note that our tours are not suitable for those with wheelchairs or those with walking difficulties.

  • For policy reasons Groups or Travelling Parties of 9 or more people must contact us before booking the tour. Failure to do so will result in bookings being cancelled or being turned away from the tour without refund.

  • Please note that school/college/university groups or corporate/business groups are not able to join our public tours. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

  • Many of the best pubs in London are in Central London. Our London Historical Pub Tour will take you to some of the best pubs in Covent Garden in the heart of Central London.

  • There are so many great pubs in London each with their own incredible history, stories and atmosphere. Our Historic London Pub tour will take you to four of the best pubs in London.

  • No. Please note that all drinks are at own expense. All pubs visited on our pub tour of London will accept both card and cash.

  • Please note that due to time constraints food will only be available in the last pub where you will have a guaranteed table.

  • This Historic London Pub Tour will visit 4 of the best pubs in London.

  • This London Historical Pub Tour will finish in Covent Garden.

  • Join our historic London pub tour and we’ll take you to some of the best pubs in Covent Garden. Your tour guide will also be able to provide you with plenty of other great Covent Garden pub options.

  • Our historic London pub tour will take you to the oldest licensed premises in London - it’s over 800 years old!

Reviews which make this the best London pub tour

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was so much fun. Lyndon was informative and very entertaining! It was great to be shown historic spots we wouldn’t have found on our own as tourists.
(Tripadvisor, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our guide, Eric, was outstanding—knowledgeable, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that brought each pub's history to life.
(Tripadvisor, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rachel was the best guide we had such a great experience. Such insightful info about pubs history and the drinks at each stop.
(Viator, 2025)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very fun, off the usual tourist path activity. You get taken to 4 different pubs each with their unique characteristics and drinks and historical relevance.
(Get Your Guide, 2025)

How to book a Historic London Pub Tour

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3) Accept the terms and conditions

4) Complete booking

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