10 Cultural Spots in the West End: London Self-Guided Audio Tour

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3 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the 10 top-secret creative spots in the West End, Soho and Covent Garden in London, as you discover the cultural heart of these neighbourhoods, with these private immersive guides!

You will get a local feel of what it's like to live in these areas of the city, famous for their history, struggles, and vibrant culture of London’s LGBTQ+ community.

Guided by local historians, we'll learn about the many iconic must-visit attractions that offer a trove of photography tips for those beautiful Instagram-perfect shots, as you spend a day visiting these trendy neighbourhoods.

Finish the tour by learning about the popular anecdotes, theatre terms, and bizarre traditions of London’s theatre culture, as you discover the must-eat signature street food dishes from these multi-cultural streets.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

What's Included

Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Access to your self-guided audio tour
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Earphones
All tickets for attractions mentioned within the tour must be bought separately (prices from £20)
Mobile device

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Covent Garden

    Covent Garden

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Seven Dials

    Charles Dickens probably described it best, but we try. Pause here to reflect on the spot's quirky past.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Neal's Yard

    Spend some time in this quirky neighborhood to find some IG food, quirky pubs, or quiet corners and a cup of coffee.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    A track for trivia lovers as we discover a funky church and explore the origins of "slapstick".

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Nell Gwynne

    Discover a tale of a musical pioneer and the love story behind the name of the Nell Gwynn Tavern

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Escape for a walk down this affluent neighbourhood with a pretty crazy history behind it.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Our last stop is reserved for the admiration of the Opera House

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    New Covent Garden Market

    Familiarise yourself with stories from the Piazza, St. Paul's Church, and of a delightful invention.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Old pubs and breathtaking views of flower arrangements greet us at our next stop.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    We begin by this church as we trace back her story.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Old Compton Street

    We explore this street as we learn all about the heart of the LGBTQ+ community in London.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

    We trace the beginnings and the modern history of this iconic music venue.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13

    We explore one of Soho's most Instagrammable spots and discover a range of curiosities.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14

    We stop by an oddly charming and quirky photo spot - The Tudor Cottage

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 15

    We take a short pause to discover the story of Soho's most famous residents: Karl Marx

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Trident Audio Post

    We trace the history of this iconic studio that brought some of the biggest icons of pop music.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Broadwick Street

    We stop by a charming, cozy pub for our next photo stop.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 18

    A pivotal incident in the history of public health.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 19

    We pause for a tale about cocktail bars with curious, rebellious history!

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Carnaby Street

    We step into the nerve centre of Soho, and the Fashion Capital of London.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Kingly Street

    A lovely street, a popular bar with a "bag" o' stories of our beloved music icons.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 22
    Great Marlborough Street

    We explore the stunning architecture of Liberty Store, and how it came to be.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • West End Theatre District (Pass by)

    Discover the West End independently!

    Admission ticket free
  • 23

    What does opera have to do with theatre? Everything, as we will find out here!

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 24
    Seven Dials

    We discuss more quirky traditions and record breaking achievements

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 25
    The Mousetrap

    Agatha Christie's book is the longest running production in history

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 26
    Theatre Royal Drury Lane

    We start with London's oldest theatre as we uncover some royal connections

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 27
    Shaftesbury Avenue

    We meet the famous characters and play behind the Apollo, Gielgud, and Sondheim theatres

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 28
    Palace Theatre

    Harry Potter fans, beware! We learn all about the past and present of this amazing building

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 29
    Haymarket Theatre Royal

    Break a leg! We finally discover the story behind theatre's most famous expression

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • West End Theatre District (Pass by)

    A great way to discover the worlds most iconic theatre district!

    Admission ticket free
  • 30
    Trafalgar Square

    We start by navigating the complex history around this square

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 31
    Leicester Square

    We delve deeper into the area's history

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 32

    We stop by a relevant spot to discover its edgy history

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 33
    Shaftesbury Avenue

    We discover the popular and iconic artists and their backstories

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 34

    We wander into a lovely street and trace the tragic story of a beloved writer

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 35

    We stop by a picturesque square as we discover the stories of many magnificent individuals

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 36
    Old Compton Street

    We take a deeper look into London's Pride Culture and challenges

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 37

    A cultural gem that is also iconic to the LGBTQ+ community

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 38
    The Admiral Duncan

    We pay homage to the lives lost in the tragic attack and learn how it inspired gradual change

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 39
    Village Soho

    We stop for a pint and revel in the story of the amazing Ruby Venezuela!

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Audio Guides
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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