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- English
Walk through London's drinking history on a 2.5-hour small-group tour of four genuinely historic pubs — including Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, the 1667 tavern frequented by Dickens, Twain, and Conan Doyle.
Your local guide tells the stories behind every doorway, fireplace, and Tudor beam, from medieval Holborn to Victorian Fleet Street.
Drinks are not included — you can order your own at each pub at your own pace, or simply soak in the atmosphere while you listen to and learn about the traditions that made pubs the social heart of London life.
Highlights include:
• Walk through 4 historic pubs — from 1430 Cittie of Yorke to 1667 Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
• Hear stories about Tudor merchants, Victorian journalists, and the hidden alleys of the City
• Join a small group of up to 15 — never a coach crowd, always intimate
• Order your own drinks at each pub if you want — or just soak in the atmosphere
A relaxed experience combining local history, storytelling, and great beer.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be holding a green sign that says “Side Routes,” so you can easily spot us.
Itinerary
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1Cittie of Yorke
Travelers will step into the living history of London’s pub culture on a guided walking experience through some of the city’s most atmospheric historic taverns, starting near Seven Dials.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Old Bank of England
The experience begins at a historic pub site connected to London’s early drinking culture. Guests will explore a tucked-away tavern setting with traditional interiors, hearing stories of Tudor London, early city life, and how pubs became essential social spaces centuries ago. This first stop sets the tone as travelers enjoy their first drink and immerse themselves in the city’s past.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
Next, guests visit a spectacular former Victorian institution transformed into a grand pub. With soaring ceilings and ornate details, this stop showcases London during the height of the Victorian era. Travelers will learn how law, journalism, finance, and pub culture collided in this historic district, while taking time to relax and enjoy the impressive surroundings.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Your final stop is a true architectural gem, richly decorated and filled with symbolic details inspired by its medieval surroundings. Saved from demolition by preservationists, this pub represents a turning point in London’s history, where heritage, design, and community came together. Enjoy your final drink surrounded by craftsmanship, stories, and one of the most beautiful pub interiors in the city.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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