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The 15 Best Pub & Gin Tours in London

41 tours  ·  from $16

Some of these pubs have been serving since before the Great Fire. The 15 below cover the historic City taverns, the East End crawls and the gin distilleries, priced, and clear about how many drinks are actually included.

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

Walk from Newgate Street through the City, Fleet Street, and legal London, stopping at four historic pubs. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, and Dave mix pub lore with stories of Dickens, Shakespeare, churches, journalists, and local characters. Drinks cost extra, and groups are capped at 14.

“A delightful afternoon learning about English history, public houses and the City of London going back 500 years.”

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock - Windsor Castle and the royal town
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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

2.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,402 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Leave central London early for Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath. Enjoy a one-course lunch in a 14th-century pub, guided walks, and coach travel. Optional upgrades cover Windsor Castle and Stonehenge entry. Guides such as Eugene, Rowan, and Nicholas are known for lively commentary.

“The tour was great with Nicholas our guide who had lots to talk about to keep us entertained whether about the place we were visiting or just about anything. Florin who also captained the bus made the journey very relaxing for the long hours of travel. It was a very good way to visit the sites in just a short time and I enjoyed all the places.”

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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour - The music stories are the main event
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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

3.Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

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

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through Soho with an English-speaking guide, stopping at four historic pubs linked to music legends and London nightlife. Hear stories about The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, Mozart, and Soho’s colorful past. Drinks cost extra, and groups are capped at 15.

“Such a fun tour. Gherto was awesome and we learned a ton. Top notch experience and well run. Would highly recommend.”

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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour - From St Paul’s to the oldest drinking streets
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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

4.Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,065 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $39

Spend 3.5 hours walking from St Paul’s toward the West End, stopping at four historic pubs, including a Victorian gin palace. English-speaking guides such as Dave, Tim, Shadow, and Lachlan mix London history, pub lore, humour, and local tips. Drinks cost extra, and the tour suits adults who can walk two miles.

“We loved Annabelle she was an entertaining and informed guide!”

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Pub Crawl of Central London - Three arrival times, three different nights
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Pub Crawl of Central London

5.Pub Crawl of Central London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,022 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at Zoo Bar & Club in Leicester Square, then follow hosts such as Liz, Liam, or Ali to two to four more nightlife venues. You get free entry, small shots, drink discounts, photos, and a ready-made social crowd. Expect nightclubs and bars, not historic British pubs.

“Greatest experience I’ve had since being here. Great energy and vibes. Moments and people. (@Reach4stars) honest review no bot”

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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art - St James’s Park, Horse Guards Parade, and royal London
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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

6.London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 943 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $104

Cycle central London in a small group of up to 10 with guides such as James, Edward, Jack, and Katie. Ride a classic Pashley bike past royal sights, Westminster Abbey, Covent Garden, and the London Eye, then stop for a pub drink and spray-paint your own art beneath Waterloo Station.

“We had a great tour. Great way to see sights of London. Tom was an amazing tour guide with just the right amount of information and history.”

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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Starting beside Eros at Piccadilly Circus
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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

7.Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 836 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Follow an English-speaking guide from Piccadilly Circus through Soho’s music-packed streets. Visit four historic pubs, hear stories about Lennon, Hendrix, Bowie, Mozart, and The Who, and buy drinks as you go. Guides including Gherto, Henry, Ben, Sy, and Tom are praised for humor and strong storytelling.

“Calum is a Great tour guide!!! Fun, entertaining, informative! Book your tour with him you won't regret it! ✌️🇬🇧😃”

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Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in London - What happens inside the prison
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Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in London

8.Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $81

Enter Alcotraz in an orange jumpsuit, smuggle in a bottle of gin, rum, or whisky, and let the prison staff turn it into custom cocktails. Inmate Cassidy and the Warden guide a 1-hour-45-minute theatrical night behind bars, with cells, contraband, secret deals, and plenty of character.

“So much fun and very unique! The actors were very talented. The drinks were delicious! Make sure you go to the address on Hackney where the venue is, and not where Viator tells you to go.”

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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London - St. James’s Palace and the royal setting
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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

9.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 803 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $44

Walk from Piccadilly Circus through St. James’s and nearby streets with a local guide such as Ben, Luke, Henry, or Tom. Expect royal tales, celebrity stories, around four historic pubs, beer and gin suggestions, and a small group capped at 12 people. Drinks and food cost extra.

“Family and college-age children attended this great tour. The group celebrated my daughter's first legal drink! Luke is the best! Highly recommend this tour to all.”

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Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail - Starting with a G&T at the Turbine Bar
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Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail

10.Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Visit Bombay Sapphire’s Laverstoke Mill near Winchester for a 90-minute guided tour. Make a G&T at the Turbine Bar, see the botanical glasshouses, test your flavour preferences and learn about vapour infusion. Guides may include Luke, Naomi, Helen or Nick.

“Very interesting place. The guide was a little rushed in her presentation. The cafe was overpriced. The cocktail bar was very good and the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable on cocktails.”

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London: Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath, Lacock & Pub Lunch - Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain
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London: Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath, Lacock & Pub Lunch

11.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath, Lacock & Pub Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 685 reviews · from $127

Spend a full day visiting Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath from London. You’ll ride an air-conditioned coach, hear stories from an English-speaking guide such as Steve or Eugene, eat fish and chips in a traditional pub, and return late.

“Excellent. The guide had extensive knowledge of the places and their history. Very nice guy that made our tour pleasurable. I recommend 100 percent this tour. Worth the money.”

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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London - Starting beside Cheapside and St. Paul’s
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

12.Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $173

Walk from Cheapside to Holborn with guides such as Lyndon, Lachlan, Adam, John, or Ricky. Visit historic pubs including Black Friar, the Old Bank of England, and Princess Louise, while hearing stories of wartime London, Dickens, the RAF, and old legal inns.

“Adam did a phenomenal job keeping me up to date ahead of the tour. The girls were off on another adventure and I needed to book something the guys would be interested in doing. It was a perfect fit! My dad and brothers enjoyed seeing a part of London I had not taken them to, the friendly conversation and the knowledge that Adam shared. It was the only activity they agreed they all would want to do again on the trip.”

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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Royal streets away from the palace crowds
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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

13.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 536 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piccadilly Circus for a 2.5-hour walk through London’s royal quarter. Visit four tucked-away historic pubs, hear stories of Churchill, royalty, James Bond, and Charlie Chaplin, and buy drinks as you go. Guides include Tom, Danny, Henry, Luke, Ben, and Carlos.

“The Royal Historic Pub Tour was outstanding from start to finish. Tom, our guide, was enthusiastic, energetic, and full of fascinating stories. His passion for history and local culture made every stop come alive. The pubs were charming, the pace was perfect, and the whole experience felt both fun and authentic. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a lively, memorable way to explore parts of the city that would have otherwise gone unnoticed.”

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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London - Drink advice without a forced tasting menu
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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

14.Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

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

Meet your guide at Embankment Station for a four-hour walk through London’s pub past. Visit four historic pubs around Covent Garden, including an 800-year-old tavern, hear stories from guides such as Rachel, Mike, and Carolina, and buy your own drinks along the way.

“An amazing time and the guide for out tour was so engaging and fun to listen to. We got to visit these really cool pubs and taste a few pints. I'm not much of a drinker but even I had a few drinks I want to try again. I got to talk to strangers on this tour who by the end, got to really connect with about the experience. The instructions were really clear on how to get there and all pubs were good distances from each other, I would recommend this to anyone!”

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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art - From Lambeth Palace to Big Ben
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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

15.Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 314 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $101

Ride an English Pashley bicycle through Westminster, St James’s Park, Covent Garden, and Leake Street with guides such as Katie, Olivia, Jasper, or Stewart. Expect landmark views, lesser-known streets, wartime stories, a stop at the Lamb & Flag, and a chance to spray-paint your own street art.

“Great way to experience London and would highly recommend to anyone. Was the highlight of our trip.”

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