The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London
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The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $144 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $144 per person
Join The Great London Pub Experience to visit the finest, most historic, and unusual pubs in London. You will get to experience London like a true local visiting some of London's best traditional pubs and hidden gems with an entertaining local guide. We will explore secret alleyways and hear astonishing tales from some of London’s greatest pubs, where people have been imbibing for over 500 years. We will learn about the origin of London's famed Gin Palaces of the 19th Century and historic Gin Palace culture as we wander through streets that would have been home to beggars, thieves and vagabonds. We'll discover five iconic watering holes visited by some of London's most infamous characters, each with its own history to tell. These include some of the best-preserved traditional pubs in England. Each pub we visit will have a very different atmosphere and history but all share a fine offering of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in an ornate building.
What you get
About this experience
Join The Great London Pub Experience to visit the finest, most historic, and unusual pubs in London. You will get to experience London like a true local visiting some of London's best traditional pubs and hidden gems with an entertaining local guide. We will explore secret alleyways and hear astonishing tales from some of London’s greatest pubs, where people have been imbibing for over 500 years. We will learn about the origin of London's famed Gin Palaces of the 19th Century and historic Gin Palace culture as we wander through streets that would have been home to beggars, thieves and vagabonds. We'll discover five iconic watering holes visited by some of London's most infamous characters, each with its own history to tell. These include some of the best-preserved traditional pubs in England. Each pub we visit will have a very different atmosphere and history but all share a fine offering of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in an ornate building.
What's included
Included
- Explore parts of London as a local and get away from the tourist crowd
- Drink in a pub that has actual jail cells in the basement from medieval times
- See the first Irish Pub outside Ireland
- Follow in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth I and visit the hardest to find pub in London
- Visit pubs frequented by London's most famous poets, writers and free thinkers!
- Hear the tales of and visit some of the famed Victorian Gin Palaces!
What you'll see and do
The first pub where we will meet will be "The Blackfriar".
30 minutes here
We will then move to the 'The Viaduct Tavern" pub.
30 minutes here
The third pub where we will stop by will be the 'Ye Olde Mitre'.
30 minutes here
The last pub will be the "Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese'.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
We will meet in front of the 'The Blackfriar' Pub in 174 Queen Victoria Street, Blackfriars, London, EC4V 4EG, United Kingdom
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet in front of the 'The Blackfriar' Pub in 174 Queen Victoria Street, Blackfriars, London, EC4V 4EG, United Kingdom
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- eatwith
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by eatwith, who run 205 experiences we rank across 70 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.7.
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The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London cost?
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Prices start at $144 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 The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London take?
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Plan for about 2 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 The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 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 last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic 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 The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London?
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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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic 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 The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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.
What is included in The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London?
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Included: Explore parts of London as a local and get away from the tourist crowd; Drink in a pub that has actual jail cells in the basement from medieval times; See the first Irish Pub outside Ireland; Follow in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth I and visit the hardest to find pub in London; and Visit pubs frequented by London's most famous poets, writers and free thinkers!. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London?
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We will meet in front of the 'The Blackfriar' Pub in 174 Queen Victoria Street, Blackfriars, London, EC4V 4EG, United Kingdom Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to The Great Afternoon Pub Experience in Historic London if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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