London · LONDON MUSIC AND ROCK TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 11 london music and rock tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend two hours walking central London with a music-loving guide such as Danny, Henry, Tom or Calum. See venues, studios and streets tied to The Beatles, Stones, Bowie, Hendrix, Queen, Pink Floyd and more, then finish at a rock-linked pub.
“It's was interesting tour, and we didn't live Soho, so great Calum our tour guide!! very cool guy!!”
Follow guides such as Danny, Henry, Calum, Tom, and Alan through Soho, Mayfair, Denmark Street, and central London. Expect recording studios, music landmarks, artist stories, and a moderate two-hour walk ending near Piccadilly Circus and Green Park Station.
“With energy and enthusiasm, Tom shared stories that brought the birth of British rock and roll to life. The rainy day did not dampen the fun afternoon walking through SOHO seeing music history “in plain sight.” Thank you for the highlight of our trip!”
Take a branded electric coach from central London to ABBA Arena, with ABBA music and a short scene-setting video onboard. Choose a seated or dance-floor concert ticket, use priority entry on arrival, and return by coach to Victoria Station after the 90-minute show.
“I purchased this as a gift for my mother in law, we both absolutely loved it! The meeting point is about a 5 minute walk from Victoria Station. We were greeted and taken to a departure area, out of the rain. The coach was cleaned, air conditioned and comfortable. Our guide and driver were both friendly. On arrival at ABBA Arena, we were directed in the coach to a separate area where we were greeted by staff, our tickets were scanned and we were taken through security. This made us feel very special! I echo what everyone else says about the show! Wow, it was incredible! You won’t be disappointed!!…”
Ride through London’s music neighborhoods with guides such as Clive, Richard, Colin, Ian, and Lucky. Choose a morning, afternoon, or full-day route covering Abbey Road, Soho, Camden, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Queen sites, punk landmarks, recording studios, and famous homes.
“We had the best time with our guide Rich. He is very informative and fun to be with. Did over and above what was expected. Worth the time and money.”
At London’s custom-built ABBA Arena, you’ll watch ABBA avatars perform a hit-packed concert with a 10-piece live band, motion-capture technology, lasers, lighting, and moving stage effects. Choose a seated block or the standing Dance Floor, and keep your mobile ticket ready for entry.
“Great light effects, the sound was really good and the avatars are so well done that it is hard not to believe it is not real!!”
You’ll spend 90 minutes on the ABBA Arena dance floor watching digital versions of Agnetha, Björn, Benny, and Anni-Frid perform with a ten-piece live band. Expect big lights, pyrotechnics, strong sound, beloved songs, and no seats.
“They use a very impressive tecnology to make the holograms”
Spend three hours at The Spice of Life in Soho with the Jazz, Soul, Funk Collective. Expect close-up live jazz, a relaxed jam session open to singers and instrumentalists, and optional Sunday roast or vegetarian and vegan food. Food and drinks cost extra.
“Brilliant! I enjoyed my time spent Staff are friendly and welcoming Very uplifting spirit of music and instruments plus different players with different body expressions; l get carried away too”
Take a private four-hour London taxi tour with an English-speaking Blue Badge or City guide. Visit Abbey Road, Tin Pan Alley, Freddie Mercury’s former home, Jimi Hendrix’s flat, Beatles sites, and more. Guides including Steve, Andrew, Mick, and Jason tailor the music stops to your group.
“Our guide was informative and friendly. He really made it a great experience.”
Enter Belle Livingstone’s 1930s Manhattan club at 58th Street, The Lost Estate’s four-hour jazz, dining, cabaret, burlesque, and theatre experience. Led by trumpeter King Rory Simmons and The 58th Street Stompers, the evening includes a six-course feast, with drinks available separately.
“We came for 15th anniversary celebration last night. What a fantastic evening. The food, ambience and entertainment was out of this world. You don't expect such place exists in Peckham.”
Follow Freddie Mercury’s London with a private English, Russian, or Ukrainian-speaking guide, including Valery. See Queen’s early homes, recording studios, Kensington Market, Royal Opera House, and Freddie’s final performance site. The 2.5-hour walk includes a café break, but transport and any cocktail are not clearly listed as included.
“Gute organisierte Tour mit viel Know-How seitens des Guides,verbunden mit einem schönen Rundgang durch London.”
Join a local English-speaking music guide for a two-hour walk through Camden’s rock and roll story. See Amy Winehouse’s former flat, the Dublin Castle pub linked to Madness, the Hawley Arms, and Camden’s music-themed Walk of Fame. Meet outside Chalk Farm Station.
Pick a landmark, a river boat or a day out west.
