
Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London
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4.5/5
Based on 33 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London worth booking?
Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London is a 2.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $16 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 33 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (33)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $16 per person
Overview After meeting outside, South Kensington underground station, you will make your way to Beit Quadrangle where Queen performed their first London gig in 1970. You will then pass the Royal Albert Hall where Freddie
What you get
About this experience
Overview After meeting outside, South Kensington underground station, you will make your way to Beit Quadrangle where Queen performed their first London gig in 1970. You will then pass the Royal Albert Hall where Freddie was star of the show at Fashion Aid. We will see where the site of Kensington Market was, where Freddie and Roger had a stall. You will move on to location of the legendary BIBA clothes shop, where Mary used to work and was regularly visited by a love-struck Freddie. You will see where the apartment where Freddie started to compose Bohemian Rhapsody. You will see a number of addresses associated with the early days of Smile and Queen. Finalky you will move on to Garden Lodge, Freddie’s country home in London and hear stories of Freddie’s time here.
What's included
Included
- Professional Guide, English speaking, Queen fan
What you'll see and do
Imperial College Union Cinema
See where Queen played their first London gig. The Performing Rights Society honoured Queen with a special plaque which can be seen by the entrance to Beit Quadrangle.
20 minutes here
Garden Lodge Queen, Londra
Stand outside Freddie Mercury's London home. This location is a pilgrimage spot for fans of Freddie and Queen.
20 minutes here
See the location where Bohemian Rhapsody was written. Find out how it was written and what it meant.
5 minutes here
Visit the former BIBA shop where Freddie would visit Mary Austin. She was a shop assistant here in the 1970s.
10 minutes here
Kensington
Your Queen London tour starts in the Royal Borough of Kensington. Your guide who is an expert on Freddie Mercury and Queen will guide you around the Royal Borough of Kensington highlights sites linked with Freddie and Queen.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet your guide 10 minutes prior to the tour start time outside 37 Thurloe Street opposite the exit of South Kensington Underground station.
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.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Brit Music Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 33 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
33 verified traveler reviews for Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Royal Treat, Darlings!
We did the Queen Tour with Cery and it was wonderful. We walked all over Kensington/Chelsea and covered everything Queen! Cery was a gem... Informative & engaging! He even worked in a few bonus stops for the rock & rollers in our group. Fantastic!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience
Did this tour with my sister. As huge Queen fans, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Spencer was a fantastic tour guide, with the added bonus of him knowing the band personally. Would highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
A Fantastic Queen Tour
We had a great time tour today with Spencer (it was a small group, likely due to London's current heatwave!) but I felt like that enriched our experience as Spencer was happy to answer anything we put to him. The walking route was compact but lasted the two and a half hours and we visited areas of London we'd never taken the time to see before. Spencer was incredibly knowledgeable and a very impressive man, he's one of the coolest people I think I've ever met! The spots were relevant to the tour and we both learned a lot today. Would highly recommend, fantastic value!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour for any Queen fan
Very knowledgeable guide. Great stops on the tour. Lots of good information you wouldn’t know about your favorite band.
via Viator
Well-Chosen Locations and an Informative Guide
A pleasant tour with well-chosen locations. The guide was informative and easy to follow. Worth it if you want a good overview.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Price range
- $16 to $26
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London cost?
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Prices start at $16 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 Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 33 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 Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London?
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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 Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London?
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Around 12 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London 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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