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Pub Tours in London: 15 That Live Up to the Photographs

28 tours  ·  from $16

The shortlist, priced: 15 pub tours in London that are worth the money, what each one includes, and the thing worth knowing before you pay for it.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Starting near St. Paul’s and Blackfriars Bridge
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

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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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus at 2:00 pm
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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

2.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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London: Bar and Club Crawl to 5 Central London Venues - Why the hosts matter more than the route
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London: Bar and Club Crawl to 5 Central London Venues

3.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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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour - From ancient lanes to the street of shame
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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

4.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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Pub Crawl of Central London - Moving through Leicester Square
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Pub Crawl of Central London

5.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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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art - Lambeth and Westminster: a quick lesson in power
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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

6.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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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Four pubs, four different sides of Soho
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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

7.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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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London - The pubs are the main event
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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

8.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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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London - Starting Near Cheapside and St. Paul’s
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

9.Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $173

Spend three to four hours walking through the City of London and Holborn with guides such as Lyndon, Lachlan, Adam, John, or Ricky. Visit historic pubs including Black Friar, the Old Bank of England, and Princess Louise, while learning about wartime London, Dickens, court gossip, gin, beer, and old city legends.

“We did this on our first night in London - a great way to get started! Lyndon was entertaining and a great wealth of knowledge about the history of the pubs but also the neighborhood that we were exploring! He catered the tour to our tastes, and told us the best stories about the places that we visited. I can't wait to go back to some of the places that he showed us!”

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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus with an open umbrella
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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

10.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 536 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piccadilly Circus and walk through London’s royal quarter, stopping at four old pubs near Buckingham Palace. You’ll hear stories of Churchill, royalty, music, film, and wartime London while buying your own drinks. Guides including Tom, Henry, Danny, Luke, Ben, and Carlos are known for warm storytelling and good beer advice.

“Very informative and fun tour! The tour guide Danny was very knowledgeable, pleasant and took his time diving into different details as we did the tour.”

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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London - Stop one: stepping into London’s pub culture
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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

11.Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $19

Join See The Sights Tours for a four-hour walk from Embankment to Covent Garden, stopping at four historic pubs. Guides such as Rachel, Mike, Carolina, and Connor share pub folklore, London history, and drink tips. You pay for drinks and food separately, and all participants must be 18 or older with ID.

“We loved this tour and have already recommended it to our friends. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put 100% into this descriptions and answering our questions. It was so interesting to hear about the history behind the pubs and also many of London's famous buildings and myths that we had never heard of before. For £10 each this is amazing value for money and we will be booking another London tour for next week. Julie and Barry from Orpington”

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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art - Starting at Lambeth Palace and crossing into Westminster
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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

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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London Pub Crawl - The West End route and its changing mood
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London Pub Crawl

13.London Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet at Simmons Bar near Piccadilly Circus at 8:45 pm for a four to five hour crawl through London nightlife. You’ll visit several West End venues with free entry, discounted drinks, free shots, a photographer, and hosts such as Will, Amy, or Pukka helping the group mix.

“I had an amazing time and met a lot of new kind people. As a girl traveling by myself I felt really save. Pukka, our guide, was an amazing guy and also made many fun pictures”

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Camden Pub Crawl in London - Five Camden venues, with plenty of variety
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Camden Pub Crawl in London

14.Camden Pub Crawl in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $34

Meet your host at Belushi’s Camden at 7:30 pm for a seven-hour route through Camden bars and clubs. You’ll get free entry, welcome shots, drink discounts, and digital event photos. Hosts such as Liz and Amy have earned special praise for welcoming solo participants and keeping the group together. Bring valid photo ID and dress smart-casual.

“We joined the Camden Pub Crawl in January 2025 as a group of three girls in our 30s, and it was an absolute blast! The group was a great mix of locals and tourists. Our host, Liz, was amazing—super friendly, organized, and just the kind of peRead more”

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London: Piccadilly and Soho Beer Bike Tour - Pedaling through Soho and Piccadilly
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London: Piccadilly and Soho Beer Bike Tour

15.Piccadilly and Soho Beer Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 198 reviews · from $36

Join a 15-person pedal bike through Soho and Piccadilly with an onboard driver and host/barista. You can order drinks as you ride, enjoy music, stop at local pubs or a chocolatier, and pause for photos near famous London sights. The experience lasts one or two hours and is for adults only.

“One of the best things we have done we would do again but do for 2 hour as 1 just went too quickly”

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