
London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates
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September 2026
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Is London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates worth booking?
London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates is a 3.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $60 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $60 per person
On this small-group walking tour, step off the tourist trail when you explore parts of London that many visitors overlook—and learn all about the city’s crooks, pirates, and other historical criminals and misdoings. Meet
What you get
- Professional Tour Guide
About this experience
On this small-group walking tour, step off the tourist trail when you explore parts of London that many visitors overlook—and learn all about the city’s crooks, pirates, and other historical criminals and misdoings. Meet your guide and set off to explore the city’s docklands. On this 5-mile (8-kilometer) walk, you’ll visit waterfront highlights, history-saturated pubs, and lively neighbourhoods. This small-group tour is capped at 12 for a personal feel. Find your sea legs and sail into the past! Beneath the eerie cry of the gulls, walk along the river from Dead Man’s Hole to Execution Dock, via ancient smugglers’ taverns where press gangs dragged men off to sea. Explore a salt-encrusted, maritime world that was the making of Britain’s empire, and step off the beaten track to discover a long-forgotten way of life – a time when rum-soaked buccaneers chased Spanish treasure ships, and Royal Navy crews fought criminal captains in the Golden Age of Piracy.
What's included
Included
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Thames River
The tour will involve a riverside walk and a visit to 4 of London's most historic riverside taverns.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet Outside Rotherhithe Overground Station (Windrush Line) on the adjacent Street, Railway Avenue.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Great Weekender
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Luggage or large bags not allowed
- No Children under 18 years
- Wear comfortable walking shoes. Be prepared for all weather conditions. Bring a charged smartphone for photos and navigation. Consider bringing a water bottle.
- Note that some locations may have age restrictions for entry
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Absolutely brilliant!
Wesley took us on a very personalised journey back in time on the Pilgrims and Pirates Historical Pub tour. He is a wonderful story teller and a walking and talking encyclopaedia - full of history, twisting stories and humorous facts and tales that kept the listener fully engaged from start to finish. He is a very talented and interesting guide and simply a great guy to hang out with. We highly encourage everyone to book with The Great Weekender and join Wesley on an adventure!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this fantastic review! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Pilgrims and Pirates Historical Pub tour and that the stories, history, and humor kept you engaged from start to finish. It was a real pleasure guiding you and sharing the twists and tales of the past. I really appreciate your kind words and recommendation—thank you for joining The Great Weekender adventure!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates cost?
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Prices start at $60 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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