Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London

4.3
(25 reviews)
London, England

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Overview After meeting outside, South Kensington underground station, you will make your way to Beit Quadrangle where Queen performed their first London gig in 1970. You will then pass the Royal Albert Hall where Freddie was star of the show at Fashion Aid. We will see where the site of Kensington Market was, where Freddie and Roger had a stall. You will move on to location of the legendary BIBA clothes shop, where Mary used to work and was regularly visited by a love-struck Freddie. You will see where the apartment where Freddie started to compose Bohemian Rhapsody. You will see a number of addresses associated with the early days of Smile and Queen. Finalky you will move on to Garden Lodge, Freddie’s country home in London and hear stories of Freddie’s time here.

What's Included

Professional Guide, English speaking, Queen fan

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide 10 minutes prior to the tour start time outside 37 Thurloe Street opposite the exit of South Kensington Underground station.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    See where Queen played their first London gig. The Performing Rights Society honoured Queen with a special plaque which can be seen by the entrance to Beit Quadrangle.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Stand outside Freddie Mercury's London home. This location is a pilgrimage spot for fans of Freddie and Queen.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See the location where Bohemian Rhapsody was written. Find out how it was written and what it meant.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit the former BIBA shop where Freddie would visit Mary Austin. She was a shop assistant here in the 1970s.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kensington

    Your Queen London tour starts in the Royal Borough of Kensington. Your guide who is an expert on Freddie Mercury and Queen will guide you around the Royal Borough of Kensington highlights sites linked with Freddie and Queen.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Brit Music Tours

Tags

Art Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Music Tours
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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