LONDON
The London shortlist.
The 15 most popular drinking tours in London. What each one includes, how long it takes, what it costs, and who you book through.
City of London small-group pub tour: four historic pubs in 3.5 hours, storytelling, optional pints, and a finish near Covent Garden.
Most Popular“Completely worth it! You will love this tour if you love history, drinks, and new friends. So much fun!”
London coach day trip to Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock pub lunch, and Bath, with optional castle/Stonehenge entry and guided sightseeing.
“You have full engagement throughout the day. The guide is really nice and funny. I would suggest to experience it.”
A small-group Soho pub walk with music stories, Beatles and Hendrix stops, and four historic venues over about 2.5 hours.
“Danny was spectacularly fun and knowledgeable! Great time walking through the same streets and pubs as the greats!”
6 hours in London’s West End with free entry to 5 bars/clubs, shots, drink discounts, and photos. Great for meeting people.
“Great night out. Good to be shown around some bars and meet new people. If you are solo travelling go for it!”
Central London pub walk with stops in historic alehouses, a Victorian gin palace, and quirky stories from St Paul’s to the West End for $39.
“Our tour was fantastic. Dave was our guide and he provided us historical facts along the way but also kept us laughing the whole time. Highly recommend!!!”
Central London bar hop with free shots, drink discounts, and photos, guided through Zoo Bar and Leicester Square in hours, not a full night.
“Went by myself. No one seemed to want to talk to me. On top of that, drink prices were not what we were told. It was a very frustrating experience. I went to meet new people, and yet I was pretty much by myself the entire time. I feel like I wasted my time.”
A half-day London bike tour blending Westminster sights, a pub stop, and legal graffiti with spray paint provided on a small group ride.
“This bike tour was the highlight of our trip to London! Our guide, James was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and fun, sharing fascinating stories about each landmark we passed. The bikes were comfortable and well maintained, and the route was a perfect mix of iconic sight like Tower Bridge and Westminster and quieter backstreets, we felt…”
2.5-hour Soho pub walk with a local guide, four historic music pubs, and big-name stories from Lennon to Hendrix for $39.
“Mr G was a fantastic guide - positive and very easy to understand. Laid back in all senses.”
London royal pub walk with a small guide, St James’s Palace stop, and classic pub visits near Green Park.
“Fun and informative tour. Was a memorable way to start our New Year’s Eve celebration. Our tour guide Ben was knowledgeable and added in some additional stops that we enjoyed as well. Would recommend.”
Bus day trip from London to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath and Lacock, with guided narration, pub lunch, and entry options.
“The day trip was fantastic! Stonehenge was our favorite. We opted out of Windsor Castle and spent our time there eating breakfast at a pub across the street from the castle and then walking along the river which we loved! Stonehenge was great, and the lunch in Lacock was delicious! The village is very small,…”
Private 3–4 hour London pub walk past City landmarks and famous pubs, with time to order drinks. Mobile ticket, English guide.
“Excellent! John, our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgable. We totally enjoyed the stories and history of each pub. We would have never known these special gems were there if it weren't for our tour. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone that enjoys history and of course... fine beer!! Cheers!”
Royal Historic Pub Walking Tour near Buckingham Palace: 4 royal pubs, beer tastings, Churchill house tales, and secret alleyways in 2.5 hours.
“Had an amazing afternoon with our group. Our guide Luke was excellent, making sure there was a fun, easy atmosphere with a good variation between history, interesting facts, drink recommendations and time to chat with one another. Met some really lovely people on this tour.”
Walk Covent Garden’s historic pubs on a guided tour with entry to 4 old London houses and time for a proper drink.
“Carolina tour guide was incredible!! Knowledgeable about the pubs, city, monuments, culture. The 4 pubs were uniquely different and excellent choices.”
3.5-hour London landmarks and street art bike tour on a handmade Pashley, with photo stops, a pub break, and Leake Street graffiti.
“Luke was a great guide! Terrific overview of London via bikes and learned a ton…. Highly recommend this.”
A guided London pub crawl with free entry, discounted drinks, free shots, and a photographer, starting near Piccadilly Circus.
“An absolutely amazing experience! Awesome to explore London’s remarkable pub culture with such a cool group of people. Will was an incredible guide, who put in time and effort to get to know everyone on the tour and ensure they were engaged. Could not recommend enough!”
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