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- English
Dive into Britain’s liquid history with our passionate Gin expert and discover your personal preferences sampling this piney beverage as you make your way through the streets of London.
Our guide will take you on a journey through time - from the British Gin craze, which in 1725 saw over 5 million gallons of Gin being produced on a weekly basis, to how this beverage went from being socially acceptable to heavily taxed by the government. From the distilling process, to the correct serving manner and from its dark underworld practices to its origins as herbal medicine, a tasty and educational tour is guaranteed.
• Challenge your tastebuds with various Gin tastings
• Go off the beaten path discovering the local’s favorite hideouts with a group no larger than 6 participants per guide
• Learn about the practices of the Gin production process and its sinister origin
• Make your way through some of London’s most characteristic streets whilst diving into the city’s Gin crazed history
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Seven Dials sundial pillar. Your local guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
Our guide will be happy to direct you to the nearest public transportation or recommend other sights/places of interest in the area.
Itinerary
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1Trafalgar Square
Linking back to Napoleons' Battle this square has been a significant landmark since the early 1200s. Our guide will walk you past its most impressive sculptures and share its correlating anecdotes.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Covent Garden
Discover this shopping and entertainment hub amidst St. Martins & Drury Lane alongside our guide. Learn about the history of the impressive opera house, which today homes the 3rd largest auditorium in London.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Seven Dials
Once a promising affluent area south of Shaftesbury Avenue that eventually turned into slums and homed the more intriguing side of society, is known today for its vibrance and wide selection of bars. Our guide will introduce you to this neighborhood’s extensive past.
1 hour • 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We do not provide alcohol beverages to any participants below the age of 18
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Cancellation Policy
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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