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7 History Tours in London That Repay the Fare

7 tours  ·  from $20 a head

England gives you fewer dry mornings than you planned for, so the history tours in London you pick matter. These 7 come with the price, the running time and who each one suits.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Starting near St. Paul’s and Blackfriars Bridge
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

1.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Explore four historic London pubs with a lively local guide, St. Paul’s, Fleet Street, Dickens, ale, gin, and 500 years of city stories.

“Completely worth it! You will love this tour if you love history, drinks, and new friends. So much fun!”

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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus at 2:00 pm
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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

2.Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,993 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Explore Soho’s music past and historic pubs in a small group, with stories of The Beatles, Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, and Mozart.

“We visited four pubs in London, all with different atmospheres and history all tied to the London music scene. Our tour guide Gherto was knowledgeable in all aspects UK history, culture, and the music scene making the tour a highlight of our vacation. By the end of the tour, Gherto felt more like family than just our tour guide. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you can get Gherto as your guide.”

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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London - The storytelling is the real attraction
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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London - From Cheapside to London’s wartime past
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

Historic Pub Walking Tour of London - Starting at Embankment Station at 1:30 pm
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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

5.Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Explore four historic Covent Garden pubs on a four-hour London walking tour with local stories, drink tips, and a guaranteed seat in an 800-year-old pub.

“Fun way to spend an afternoon - Connor gave lots of great info about the pubs, and also the beers (and other drinks) available. Definitely would recommend for your trip to London!”

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White Cliffs of Dover & Historic Canterbury Day Tour from London - The Dover schedule gives you more than a postcard
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White Cliffs of Dover & Historic Canterbury Day Tour from London

6.White Cliffs of Dover & Historic Canterbury Day Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $109

Walk Dover’s famous white cliffs, explore Canterbury, and choose free time for the cathedral, castle, lunch, and historic streets.

“Lots of time to explore the Cliffs or Castle in Dover and have lunch or explore the cathedral in Canterbury. Our driver and guide were amazing, so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Highly recommend”

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Roman Ruins to Blitz Bombings: A Walking Tour of London's Fiery History - St. Dunstan in the East and the quiet marks of war
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Roman Ruins to Blitz Bombings: A Walking Tour of London’s Fiery History

7.Roman Ruins to Blitz Bombings: A Walking Tour of London’s Fiery History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Trace London from Roman ruins and medieval legends to the Great Fire and Blitz on a lively two-hour walk led by expert guide Tom.

“We had the pleasure of joining a historical tour led by Tom, and it was truly an exceptional experience. From start to finish, Tom impressed us with his deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and clear passion for the rich history that shaped the city of London. Tom guided us through some of the city’s iconic sights and hidden gems, bringing each location to life with fascinating facts and captivating stories. His friendly and approachable manner made it easy to ask questions, all of which he answered with enthusiasm and insight. He also went above and beyond by offering great suggestions for other places to visit and local spots to enjoy after…”

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