The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales
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Is The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales worth booking?
The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $20 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $20 per person
London's most original and popular Jack the Ripper pub tour, led by published authors and true crime experts. Visit key crime scene locations, stopping off for drinks along the way at several historic pubs, including the
What you get
- Souvenir Jack the Ripper Guide book
- Expert Ripper guide
- Access to key locations and pubs
About this experience
London's most original and popular Jack the Ripper pub tour, led by published authors and true crime experts. Visit key crime scene locations, stopping off for drinks along the way at several historic pubs, including the famous Ten Bells - where Annie Chapman and Mary Jane Kelly were last seen alive - and the notorious White Hart Pub, where a prime suspect lived and worked in the dark cellars below. Explore the social heart of Ripper-era London, hearing of the murders as the locals would have heard them: whispered over pints, argued late into the night, and etched into pub walls and memory. Far more than a walking tour; it’s an immersive descent into the world of 1888, where every story is meticulously researched and every location is brought vividly to life. As part of your experience, you’ll receive an exclusive souvenir guidebook, crafted by our expert team and packed with rare photographs, detailed maps, and in-depth crime scene insights you won’t find anywhere else.
What's included
Included
- Souvenir Jack the Ripper Guide book
- Expert Ripper guide
- Access to key locations and pubs
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Excess Baggage
What you'll see and do
Spitalfields Market E1
We will visit all the crime scene locations associated with Jack the Ripper, stopping off along the way at several historic pubs, including the famous Ten Bells, where Annie Chapman and Mary Jane Kelly where last seen alive, to the notorious White Hart Pub of Aldgate East, where a prime suspect lived and worked in the dark cellars below. You will explore the social heart of Ripper-era London, hearing the murders as the locals would have heard them: whispered over pints, argued late into the night, and etched into pub walls and memory.
25 minutes here · Admission included
Brick Lane
At each stop, you can warm yourself in original Victorian taverns where victims, suspects, detectives, and terrified locals once drank, gossiped, and speculated by firelight. These were the pubs where police questioned witnesses, where newspapers were passed hand to hand, and where fear—and rumour—flowed as freely as the ale.
25 minutes here · Admission included
City of London
We will enter the gas-lit streets of Victorian London on this award winning the Jack the Ripper walking tour with a difference. This immersive pub crawl follows the Whitechapel murder trail, stopping not just at the infamous crime scenes—but inside the very pubs where the story unfolded in real time. The ONLY Jack the Ripper pub tour in London to use published authors and experts as tour guides, to guarantee you the very best and informative true crime experience. Each customer will receive a unique souvenir guide book written by our team and packed with crime scene information, photographs and detailed maps.
25 minutes here
East End
Journey into East London and see the original Jack the Ripper murder sites along with all the Historic pubs that feature in the Jack the Ripper investigation. We will stop off for a drink and discuss dark tales in the comfort of a warm pub Original murder sites – stand at the exact locations of the Whitechapel killings See where key suspects worked and drank every night. Every customer will receive a special edition Jack the Ripper guide book. Victorian alleys & backstreets – unchanged since the 1880s Whitechapel then and now – life, poverty, and fear in Victorian London Suspects & shocking theories – hear the evidence and decide for yourself True crime with a drink – dark history explored through London’s pubs
25 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Please meet your guide outside the White Hart pub, near exit 3 of Aldgate East tube station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet your guide outside the White Hart pub, near exit 3 of Aldgate East tube station.
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
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- secret chamber tours ltd
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
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Peter is the best
Our guide Peter was fabulous. He was knowledgeable, informative, and engaging. We would definitely recommend this tour with Peter!! At the end of the tour, he answered questions and even gave us great recommendations for the rest of our trip. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
This was a fascinating...
This was a fascinating journey learning about Jack the Ripper murders. Our guide Peter was amazing!! He is so knowledgable about the topic!
via Viator
Very entertaining and informative tour
The tour was very informative and entertaining. Our guide really knew her stuff and made the stories come to life. It was fascinating walking through the streets of Whitechapel and imagining what it was like in Victorian times. Stopping off at the pubs was a pleasant addition and gave us a chance to sit for a while, have a drink and a chat. We would highly recommend this tour.
via Viator
My tour was canceled by the provider
My trip was canceled the day before tour. Then I received a text from trip advisor with my ticket. Then arrived at the event address but no one was there. I then called the provider only to be told my event was indeed cancelled. It was a confusing experience, but the provider was sincerely apologetic about the mishap.
Response from the operator: Yea unfortunately it was reported all of the news that the England match was to be held at 7pm and knowing that all the bars would be extremely busy, we felt that we certainly could not provide the quality of the tour the way we would like. So we issued refunds to everyone and explained all the issues. Only after we had done this was it then reported that the match would not be held at the 7pm time so there was a lot of confusion around the area. We felt it best to leave the tour as cancelled, with everyone getting a refund and receiving free tickets for the next tour. Our tour is voted the number 1 Jack the Ripper pub tour in london and it’s extremely good and entertaining. So we feel a one star review is unfair considering the circumstances of the World Cup and the confusion across the news about the times of the match. By giving us one star you are effectively saying the tour was terrible and people shouldn’t come on it. That’s not exactly true in the circumstances……surely?
via Tripadvisor
Best tour and guide
Peter was amazing! This tour was very detailed with knowledge. The pub tour incorporated a past time and really took you back to the Ripper era. I would highly recommend this tour!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales cost?
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Prices start at $20 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 Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales 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 Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 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 Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales?
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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 Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales 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 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales?
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Around 2 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 Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales 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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