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

196 reviews

3.5 hours

Max 12

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • Learn to navigate the overwhelming choice of pubs in London with an expert guide to show you the way.
  • Enjoy traditional pub fare and a drink at every stop.
  • Hear the stories behind these historic places from the people who work behind the bar.
  • Discover pubs where historical figures and literary legends once drank.
  • Play a pub game from the 15th century and chat with London locals.
  • Sites Visited
  • 4 historic pubs in the City of London
  • Tour Includes
  • 4 food tastings and 4 drinks
  • Small group of 12 guests maximum
  • Local English-speaking guide

Live like a Londoner at the city's best pubs that have been serving ale and food for hundreds of years.

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4.9 /5
based on 65 Walks’ customer ratings
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4.9 /5
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Excellent
We had a great tour with Ollie. We went to 4 different historical pubs, and had a different beer or cider at each, along with pub food to go with it. As we walked between pubs, Ollie told us about the history of the area, especially all the churches in the area. There were 12 in our group, which was a good number for walking around and chatting at the pubs.
Tripadvisor customer · GrandTour827343 · May 24, 2026
Excellent
Fun and informative tour that took us to some pubs that we wouldve never found
Tripadvisor customer · Makino · May 23, 2026
Excellent
My mom and I joined this tour on our mother/daughter trip to London. Ollie was great and had a ton of knowledge about the area and some really wonderful and eclectic suggestions for places to eat and things to do later. Our group was a lot of fun too. Id definitely recommend. Also, dont come after a full meal!
Tripadvisor customer · Diana · May 23, 2026
Excellent
Awesome walking tour. Oliver was wonderful and his knowledge of the history of London was pwefect.
Tripadvisor customer · iserniawendy · May 23, 2026
Excellent
Fascinating tour of old London pubs. Super fun! Our tour guide, Rowena was wonderful and so knowledgeable.
Tripadvisor customer · Climber15636664678 · May 22, 2026

FAQs

Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs, strollers or for those with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact us at [email protected] so we can arrange your visit.

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