Drinking Tours in Britain: 15 That Live Up to the Photographs

1.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Join a small group of up to 14 people for a 3.5-hour walk from the City of London to Covent Garden. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, and Dave lead you into four historic pubs, sharing stories about Dickens, Fleet Street, churches, law, beer, and London life. Drinks and food cost extra.

“Dave was great! We not only learned about the historical information on each pub, but we learned a lot about historical events in London and what surrounded us.”

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2.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,402 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Leave Victoria at 7:45 a.m. for Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath by air-conditioned coach. You get guided walks, a one-course lunch in a 14th-century pub, and optional entry to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge. Guides such as Eugene, Rowan, and Nicholas are known for lively history talks, but expect a fast pace and a late return near Gloucester Road.

“Enjoyed the sites, but wished our guide was more knowledgeable about the sites rather than offering his non humorous quips.”

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3.Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,993 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through Soho with guides such as Ben, Gherto, Harvey, Tom, Danny, and Callum. Visit four historic pubs linked to music legends, hear stories about The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, and Mozart, and enjoy a small-group afternoon. Drinks are not included, so budget separately.

“We visited four pubs in London, all with different atmospheres and history all tied to the London music scene. Our tour guide Gherto was knowledgeable in all aspects UK history, culture, and the music scene making the tour a highlight of our vacation. By the end of the tour, Gherto felt more like family than just our tour guide. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you can get Gherto as your guide.”

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4.Bar and Club Crawl to 5 Central London Venues

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,241 reviews · 6 hours · from $34

Join hosts such as Stacie, Liz, Sabrina, or Sam for a six-hour crawl through Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, and Soho. You get free entry to five bars and clubs, a shot at each stop, drink discounts, party photos, and an easy way to meet people. Smart-casual dress and valid photo ID are required.

“Was a very good pub crawl, the last venue with the live music was awesome”

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5.Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,065 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $39

Meet outside St Paul’s Underground station for a 3.5-hour, English-language walk through London’s pub past. You’ll visit four historic drinking places, including a Victorian gin palace, hear stories linked to Dickens and the City, and finish near Strand and Covent Garden. Drinks cost extra, and the tour is for ages 18 and over.

“Had a lot of fun walking around, exploring the history of a few iconic pubs. Tim was super helpful, told us all about each of the pub’s history and made sure everyone was comfortable. Would highly recommend if you’re visiting London!”

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6.Pub Crawl of Central London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,022 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at Zoo Bar & Club in Leicester Square, then follow hosts such as Liz, Liam, or Ali to two to four more bars and clubs. You get free entry, small shots, drink discounts, photos, and a ready-made social crowd. Arrive at 7:45pm for the full five-venue route, and bring valid photo ID.

“Went by myself. No one seemed to want to talk to me. On top of that, drink prices were not what we were told. It was a very frustrating experience. I went to meet new people, and yet I was pretty much by myself the entire time. I feel like I wasted my time.”

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7.London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 943 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $104

Spend 3.5 hours cycling central London with a local guide such as James, Edward, or Jack. Ride a classic Pashley bike past Westminster, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, and the London Eye, then stop for an optional pub drink and spray-paint your own mark in the Banksy Tunnel.

“A brilliant tour hosted by the amazing James. As a Brit myself I still learned LOTS of interesting stories - and I saw some familiar landmarks from new and different locations. The tour was perfectly paced and the bikes excellent. James effortlessly kept the group together and thoroughly entertained us. I'd definately 100% recommend Tally Ho to anyone and would do this all again with friends.”

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8.Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 836 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through Soho with an English-speaking guide, stopping at four historic pubs linked to Lennon, Bowie, Hendrix, and others. Expect music stories, hidden lanes, local drinks for purchase, and a social pace. Guides include Gherto, Henry, Ben, Sy, Gary, and Tom. Bring ID, cash, and good shoes.

“This is an awesome tour and Sy is an excellent tour guide. I loved everything about this tour. There was a lot of good information and Sy’s storytelling kept it very exciting and interesting. I think it’s great value for the money. I highly recommend this tour. It’s a great way to understand some of the basics about Soho instead of simply meandering around it.”

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9.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 803 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $44

Meet at Piccadilly Circus at 2 pm for a two to three-hour walk through St. James and nearby streets. A veteran local guide, including Ben, Luke, Henry, Tom, Carlos, or others, leads you to historic pubs, royal connections, local beer, gin, and stories you would likely miss alone. Drinks and tips cost extra.

“Great pub tour with Ben and our family. He had lots of history and fun facts about each pub and the area. We enjoyed plenty of beer, gin drinks and banter. I’d do another tour with them the next time we are here!”

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10.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath, Lacock & Pub Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 685 reviews · from $127

See four very different sides of England in 12.5 hours: royal Windsor, prehistoric Stonehenge, film-famous Lacock, and Georgian Bath. Your English-speaking guide, such as Eugene, Steve, Leon, or Clive, handles the history and timing while you travel by air-conditioned coach. Windsor entry depends on the option you book, and Bath time is brief.

“Gary and Eugene were a great team. Eugene was a very entertaining and informative tour guide and Gary was a great driver. We thoroughly enjoyed our day.”

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11.Brighton Bar Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 377 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $20Best value

Meet guides such as Ola, Olla, or Matthew at The Fitz Regent at 7:30 pm for a five-hour Brighton night out. Walk through the Lanes and along the beach, visit four more bars and clubs, use fast-track entry, and enjoy five free shots, drink discounts, and photos from a professional photographer guide.

“Was an absolute blast! Ola and Matthew were super engaging hosts who ensured we all had a good time.”

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12.Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 314 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $101

Ride an English Pashley bicycle from Lambeth Palace to Westminster, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, and Leake Street. Your English-speaking guide, such as Katie, Olivia, Jasper, or Stewart, adds history and humor, with a pub stop and optional spray painting. Adult-size bikes suit ages 12 and up.

“Defined worth money. Thanks for our guide Stewart it was fun and interesting day around the city center. Highly recommend”

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13.Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester’s best bars

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118

Join Manchester Wine Tours for a four-hour afternoon walk through Manchester city center, led by Kel. You will visit four different wine venues, taste varied wines with snacks, and pass statues and points of interest along the way. The small group is limited to 12 people, with the exact route sent at least 24 hours before departure.

“Fabulous day ! Kel was so welcoming and very knowledgeable , She took us to some fantastic places that we didn't even know existed in Manchester, The wines were fantastic and the food pairing were amazing ! It was a small group and everyone got on and we all stayed at the last venue and had drinks together. Already looking forward to the next one ! xx”

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14.Distillery and Brewery Tour in Inverness Scotland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $48

At Uilebheist Brewery & Distillery in Inverness, your guide explains how beer and whisky are made, along with local folklore and brewing history. The 75-minute visit ends with tastes of new-make spirit, Colpach whisky, and beer. Groups are limited to 15, and the tour is offered in English.

“Our guide, Richard, was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything in detail. Tasting part of the tour was a bit lacking.”

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15.Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 86 reviews · from $33

Join an English-speaking host at Belushi’s Camden for a 4.5-hour night through five bars and clubs. Expect four welcome shots, discounted drinks, photos, and a different route each night. Weekdays may include karaoke, live music, games, and relaxed pubs, while weekends finish at a large club open until 3 AM.

“Morgan what an amazing host loved the pub crawl and will definitely be coming again . Also where will the pictures of the night be posted? Trying to find the pictures, if you could let me know that would be highly appreciated”

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