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Go back in time to 1888 London and retrace the steps of London’s most notorious serial killer: Jack the Ripper. Our interactive Jack the Ripper Tour is unlike any other; there are a million and one Jack the Ripper tours, but ours puts a special emphasis on the victims and their lives before they met a brutal end. With a “Ripperologist” guide and detective pack in hand you and a group of fellow detectives will delve into one of the world’s most perplexing unsolved mysteries. In order to solve the crime you’ll have to immerse yourself in the world of the Ripper. Retrace the killer’s steps as you visit real crime scenes, hear true, chilling tales, and learn about the lives and deaths of his victims. After wandering around Whitechapel and collecting clues we’ll conclude at Mitre Square where we’ll discuss theories about the possible identity of the Ripper and the enduring legacy of this captivating mystery.
Are you ready to explore London’s dark side? Join us, if you dare.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting at the St. Mary’s Whitechapel Church Memorial inside Altab Ali Park, holding a yellow "Carpe Diem Tours" flag or sign. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour begins.
We end where the Ripper's final victim, Mary Jane Kelly met her end.
Itinerary
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1Brick Lane
Now a vibrant cultural hub, Brick Lane was once part of the heart of Victorian slum life. We'll talk about the poverty, overcrowding, and desperation that set the stage for the Ripper's crimes.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Princelet Street
This quiet, narrow street hides haunting echoes of the past. We'll explore the Ripper’s connection to the area and discuss the living conditions of women like Annie Chapman.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Puma Court
Puma Court remains virtually unchanged since the 19th century. Standing here, it’s easy to imagine how easily someone could disappear into the shadows.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Ten Bells
Many of the Ripper’s victims are believed to have visited this pub shortly before their deaths. We’ll step outside its doors to learn about their final hours and why this pub remains forever linked to the case.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Gunthorpe Street
A narrow, sinister passage where Martha Tabram was brutally murdered—possibly the Ripper’s first victim. We'll examine the clues and theories surrounding her death and why some experts include her on the victim list.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Goulston Street
This was the site of a chilling clue: a bloody piece of apron belonging to Catherine Eddowes. Nearby, a mysterious message was scrawled in chalk, sparking controversy and conspiracy theories that still persist today.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7St Botolph without Aldgate
Known as a haunt for vulnerable women seeking refuge, this church stood as a silent witness to the chaos of the time. We’ll pause here to reflect on how Victorian society failed the women now known as the Ripper’s victims.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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