Experience the vibrant counter culture of London’s iconic Soho district on a guided walking tour. Discover the history, protests, and hidden gems of this lively neighborhood.
Experience the vibrant counter culture of London’s iconic Soho district on a guided walking tour. Discover the history, protests, and hidden gems of this lively neighborhood.
- Soho - From the iconic Piccadilly Circus to the vibrant Chinatown, explore Soho’s maze of streets cherished by both tourists and locals. Music lovers will delight in discovering where Jimi Hendrix first performed, where Beatlemania took off, and where classics like “Bohemian Rhapsody” were recorded. Stroll through squares and paths that have been…
- Soho - From the iconic Piccadilly Circus to the vibrant Chinatown, explore Soho’s maze of streets cherished by both tourists and locals. Music lovers will delight in discovering where Jimi Hendrix first performed, where Beatlemania took off, and where classics like “Bohemian Rhapsody” were recorded. Stroll through squares and paths that have been part of significant cultural events. Learn about the women’s suffrage movement at Golden Square and uncover the origins of epidemiology on Broad Street. Reflect on the works of philosopher Karl Marx on Greek Street before discussing when the LGBT community began to call Soho their “home.” Conclude your tour with delicious dumplings in Chinatown. By the end, you’ll appreciate why London is such a vibrant and dynamic city beyond its wartime and royal history.
- Piccadilly Circus - Begin your tour at Piccadilly Circus, arguably the world’s most famous road intersection, where you can admire the unique architecture surrounded by iconic advertisements. Established in 1819, it was designed to link Regent Street with Piccadilly.
- Shaftesbury Avenue - At Piccadilly Circus, you’ll find the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, also known as the statue of Eros. Constructed between 1892-1893, it honors the philanthropic efforts of Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury, a Victorian politician and philanthropist who replaced child labor with education.
- Golden Square - Next, visit Golden Square, a historic square in the heart of Soho. Originally called Goldring Square, it is believed to have been designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 1670s. It quickly became a political and ambassadorial hub in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
- Carnaby Street - Proceed to Carnaby Street, a famous pedestrian shopping street near Oxford Street and Regent Street. Carnaby is home to fashion and lifestyle retailers, offering over 100 international British heritage brands, independent boutiques, and unique concepts.
- London Palladium - Nearby, you’ll find the London Palladium, a renowned West End theatre built in 1910 to rival the London Hippodrome and London Coliseum. The theatre retains many original features and boasts its own telephone system and a revolving stage.
- The Blue Posts - Visit The Blue Posts, a traditional English pub that has been modernized. It retains the high ceilings and large windows it has had for 275 years and is known for its selection of independently brewed cask ales, craft beers, and ciders.
- Berwick Street Market - Next, explore Berwick Street Market, one of London’s oldest markets dating back to 1778. This historic market in the heart of Soho is famous for its traditional fruit and vegetable stalls and a wide variety of street food.
- Soho Square - Afterwards, visit Soho Square, a popular garden square just behind Oxford Street. Dating back to around 1681, the square features a traditional layout with a central mock-Tudor building and was once one of the most fashionable places to live in London.
- Chinatown - Conclude your tour in London’s Chinese neighborhood, known as Chinatown. The area began to develop in the 1950s with the opening of a few Chinese restaurants, and by the 1960s and 1970s, it had become a center for Chinese culture. Today, you can explore authentic restaurants and shops and experience Chinese culture in London.

- Semi-Private Walking Tour
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests
- Professional Tour Guide
- Semi-Private Walking Tour
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests
- Professional Tour Guide
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Counterculture and civil protests collide on this 2.5 semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour of London’s iconic Soho neighborhood. Join up to 12 guests as your local guide leads you through the tangle of streets that light up at night in the city’s entertainment district. Learn about its rarely boring, sometimes seedy, but always surprising…
Counterculture and civil protests collide on this 2.5 semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour of London’s iconic Soho neighborhood. Join up to 12 guests as your local guide leads you through the tangle of streets that light up at night in the city’s entertainment district. Learn about its rarely boring, sometimes seedy, but always surprising history.
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 3 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 12 people per tour allowed
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.