Tastes, Tales & Traditional Ales: Food Tour of London's Historic Pubs

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Highlights

  • Discover iconic pubs that are so easy to miss.

  • Eat and drink at 4 of London's most historic pubs.

  • Play a favourite English pub game with your fellow foodies.

  • Try local beers and classic pub grub.

  • Meet with locals and chat with the staff in each pub.

Summary

 Unearth the secrets of past and present on this unique London pub and food tour through the historic heart of the city.  

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
12
Pricing (From)
Adult (18+): (18-99 years)
£69.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

St Andrew Holborn Gardens - Holborn Viaduct, London, EC4A 3AF, GB

Dropoff location

Ye Olde Cock Tavern, Fleet Street, London, UK, Ye Olde Cock Tavern, London, England, EC4Y 1AA, GB

Why take this tour?

Take a captivating tour of London's world-famous pubs and dive into the riveting history behind them. Explore the city's food and drink culture and discover something new with each mouthful as you hop from one historic pub to the next. Experience the hustle and bustle of an evening out in one of the world's most thrilling cities at locales that have countless fascinating stories just waiting to be told. 

Bask in the centuries-old tradition of London ale in a 500-year-old pub on your first stop. Learn the story of Queen Elizabeth's connection to the tree outside and feat on a classic pork pie dish. This is just the beginning of your journey through London's pubs and food scene. 

Visit an iconic London pub on your next stop on Fleet Street, where Sweeney Todd made his mark. Enjoy a refreshing pint of cider and the perfect accompaniment—a sausage roll—in the pub designed by the same architect who created St. Paul's Cathedral. 

Enjoy a rare experience and step back into the past with a pint in a listed building at your next stop. Rebuilt after the Great Fire of London in 1666, this pub became a favourite for some of the world's renowned authors like Charles Dickens, who would pop in for devilled whitebait and a drink. Follow in their footsteps and indulge in the exact same pairing over 150 years later. 

Hear all about a unique London delicacy—cock ale—at the next pub you visit. This centuries-old drink was made using cockerel and was believed to improve your health. Luckily, today you can enjoy more palatable options here like scotch eggs portobello ales. As you snack and sip, you'll even have the chance to try your hand at a beloved pub game to end your tour with a little friendly competition.

Explore and experience London's best pubs like a true local. Discover their historic past and meet the custodians of these great places as you enjoy the tantalizing food and drinks. 

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What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • 4 food tastings and 4 drinks

  • Small group of 12 guests maximum

  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • The Tour will cover a lunch

  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.

  • This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Gluten Free or Dairy Free

  • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians. Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.

  • Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you.

  • This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments. Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

Before you go

  • The Tour will cover a lunch

  • Sensible shoes for walking over uneven surfaces make the tour more enjoyable.

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • The tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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