Free London Music Walking Tour
📅WHEN: Friday
⏰TIME: 13:30
⏳DURATION: 2 - 2.5 hours
📍START POINT: The White Hart (Covent Garden)
🎫RESERVATION: Yes
🔊LANGUAGE: English
💰PRICE: Free (tips based)
Explore London’s world famous music history on the only free walking tour of London dedicated to London’s music industry!
On this free walking tour of London you’ll discover many of London’s most iconic music spots. Led by your local London tour guide you’ll walk down the legendary home of British music at Tin Pan Alley where you’ll find the spot that Elton John wrote hit singles like ‘Rocketman’ and ‘Your Song’, Tom Jones recorded ‘It’s Not Unusual’ and the historic venue where Adele performed her first ever show.
Along the way you’ll find the famous rooftop where The Beatles did their final ever performance, and The Marquee Club - home of music artists including The Who, Rolling Stones, Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd and more.
You’ll stand in spot where David Bowie posed for his album cover in ‘The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust’, get up close to Trident Studios where the legendary Freddie Mercury and Queen recorded their first 3 albums and see the famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club where Jimi Hendrix performed for the final time.
With many more iconic London music spots included this free walking tour of London’s music history allows you to discover the best of British music all on one of the best free walking tours in London.
Highlights
Tin Pan Alley - the home of British Music
Trident Studios - recording studio of Queen,
David Bowie & more!
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club
The iconic Regent Street
Legendary Music Venues
Savile Row - see where The Beatles last performed
Start Point
The Free Walking Tour London Music History starts in front of The White Hart Pub in Covent Garden.
On arrival please look for your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
How Do Free Walking Tours of London Work?
Our Free Walking Tours of London operate on a tips/gratuity basis. They are not sponsored, nor do we accept kickbacks from places we visit.
Simply at the end of the tour, if you wish, you are welcome to tip your guide what you think the tour is worth - it’s risk free!
Why The Free London Music Walking Tour Is Great!
The Free London Music Walking Tour is great for those wanting to explore the past, present and future of British music. With British music being recognised around the world, on this London Music Walking Tour you’ll discover where many of the great British music artists made a name for themselves including Elton John, David Bowie, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Adele, Tom Jones and many more. You’ll visit sights of former homes, real recording studios and stand in the spots where many iconic album covers were brought to life. As the only free walking tour of London of its kind, our Free London Music Walking Tour gives you the chance to enjoy one of the most enjoyable, musical and entertaining tours of London.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need To Book? Can I Walk Up?
A booking is essential for all guests wishing to take the tour. Please do not show up without a reservation as the tour may be full or not running on your preferred date. Booking is easy and can be done here.
I Can’t Book For My Preferred Date?
If you are unable to book this tour for a particular date then it means the tour is either sold out or not running on that date. Please do not show up at the tour start point without booking or contacting us first.
Is The Tour Suitable For Children?
The tour will include mature themes including London’s infamous nightlife history and former red light district. Your guide will keep the tour as family friendly as possible without detracting from the theme or quality of the tour.
How Much Walking? Wheelchairs?
This tour covers approximately 2-3 miles of walking. Due to uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.
If I Choose To Tip - Cash or Card?
If you would like to leave your guide a tip then your guide will be able to accept both cash and card tips. Please note that a small part of all tips go towards marketing and operating costs.
Group Bookings / Groups of 8 or more people
Please note that groups of 8 or more people (inc. children) will need to book a private tour. Please do not try and book a group of 8 or more people across multiple bookings or using multiple names as these will be cancelled or turned away.
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