Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London
London, United Kingdom

Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 442.5 hoursFrom $48

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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $48 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
44 / 100
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Not yet rated
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$48 per person

Deerstalkers at the ready for all Holmes and Watson fans, as you take a Sherlock Holmes Tour of London. This tour explores places featured in the books, which are real sites that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle. We will also

What you get

    About this experience

    Deerstalkers at the ready for all Holmes and Watson fans, as you take a Sherlock Holmes Tour of London. This tour explores places featured in the books, which are real sites that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle. We will also discover famous locations featured in film and TV adaptations of the detectives’ adventures.

    What's included

    Included

    • Discover famous locations featured in film and TV adaptations of the detectives’ adventures.
    • Fun Local Guide!

    Not included

    • Food & Drinks : please bring some drinks and snacks for the walking tour
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
    • Umbrella if it looks like rain!

    What you'll see and do

    1. The tour will start Outside Criterion restaurant on Piccadilly Circus, where Holmes and Watson first meet and take in literary sites from gentlemen’s clubs to grand hotels featured in some of the novels and short stories, as well as the London that inspired the author of the books, Arthur Conan Doyle. You will visit many of the film and TV locations and inspirations in London, which have now been featured on the big and small screen by famous actors such as Jeremy Brett, Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr.Take photos on the way and ask your tour guide anything you like about Holmes and Watson. Why not dress up as the Master Sleuth himself . The tour will finish at Somerset House on The Strand.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    Please arrive by 10:15 AM at the meeting point: Outside the 'Savini at Criterion' restaurant in PICCADILLY CIRCUS, next to the Criterion Theatre. (Piccadilly Circus Tube – Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines, leave the station by the exit for the statue of Eros.)

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Wed, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Top Sights Tours Group LLC

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    China TownCriterion restaurant on Piccadilly Circus, where Holmes and Watson first meetSpeedy's Cafe - Baker StreetSpeedy's Cafe - Baker StreetCarlton Terrace - In both the books and the show, talking of any kind is strictly forbidden inside the clubReform Club - Pall Mall

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Wed, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 44

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $48 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 Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour 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 Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour 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 Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour?

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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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour 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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