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Discover the rich music history of London on a walking tour through the historic areas of St. James and Mayfair. Learn about the legendary figures of music who have been drawn to London over the last 300 years, and see where they created, lived, and performed.
See where the stars partied in the Swinging Sixties, where Handel composed his greatest works including the Messiah, where icons of music from Chopin to Jimi Hendrix stayed when performing in London, where the Bee Gees wrote their greatest hits, where John Lennon first met Yoko Ono, where David Bowie was photographed for the Ziggy Stardust album cover and where Britain's first pop star met his untimely demise.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In the churchyard with the entrance from Piccadilly, by the tree with the circular seat
Where the Bee Gees composed their greatest songs
Itinerary
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1St. James's
We start the tour at this Christopher Wren designed church consecrated in 1684
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The White Cube, Mason's Yard
An historic yard dating back to the 17th century. This is where John met Yoko in an art gallery in 1966.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Green Park
See where the Fireworks Music composed by GF Handel for King George II was first performed in 1749
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Ritz London
The Irving Berlin song "Puttin' on the Ritz" was performed here in live broadcasts in the 1930's. Noel Coward, known as "The Master" was a regular diner.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
53 Savile Row
Where the Beatles gave what would be their last performance on the rooftop of this building.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6St. George's Church
Known as "Handel's Church". He was a regular attender, chose the organ as well selected the very first organist. It is celebrating it's 300th anniversary this year. Amongst an array of well known people several Prime Minsters as well as a US President have been married here.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Handel Hendrix House
See where the legends of music, George Frederic Handel and Jimi Hendrix, lived as neighbours, separated only by a brick wall and 200 years!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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