The Ripper Enigma (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Discover more about Jack the Ripper

  • Find more about the mysterious killer

  • Understand the murders and their significance

  • Listen to the stories of the murder of Mary Jane Kelly

  • Take centre stage with your guide

Summary

Jack the Ripper for the intellectually curious. Limited edition offered only on Mondays  and Saturdays at 19h

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

White Chapel tube station, Whitechapel, London, England, E1 1BY

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Nothing has had a greater impact on criminal history than the series of murders attributed to Jack the Ripper. With the finding of the body of Mary Ann Nichols in the early hours of the morning of 31 August 1888, the story begins with a spate of serial killings which were to become the most enigmatic murders ever to come under the scrutiny of criminologists worldwide. Mystery continues to surround the Ripper enigma.

Fuelled by the press, suspicion took hold of the population of the time. Was the killer the mysterious ‘Leather Apron’. Was it one of the Jewish immigrants who spoke their own unfamiliar language. Or was it a doctor, looking for body parts. 

The grotesque mutilation of the bodies, and the sensationalism of the press, kept the people of London in awe of the mysterious killer. 

The Ripper killings ended with the gruesome murder of Mary Jane Kelly on 9 November – or did they. Maybe the killings carried on into the 1890's and beyond. 

Or maybe they ended with the notorious ‘Double Event’ of 30 September 1888. 

This tour does not offer a solution to the Ripper murders, nor does it seek to glorify the grim activities of the murderer. Rather, we seek to understand the murders and their significance. We do so through buildings surviving from the time which tell the story of the murders and illustrate their context.

What’s included?

  • An exclusive behind the scenes look at new theories revolving around Jack the Ripper

  • A friendly, professional guide with first-hand knowledge of the area

  • Plenty of time to ask your Ripper Expert lots of questions

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Cost of hotel pick up/drop off. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport

  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Should you require a specific pick up location, additional fees may apply and are payable locally

  • Kids under 4 are free

  • Walking tour on Saturdays and Mondays

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains

  • Please bring plenty of water

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners