Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour
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Is Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour worth booking?
Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $420 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 37 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (37)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $420 per person
Conceived at the Ealing Club in the spring of 1962, The Rolling Stones ‘kicked-off’ their career at the Station Hotel, Richmond on Sunday 24th February 1963 Travel back to their birthplace and visit the locations in Wes
What you get
About this experience
Conceived at the Ealing Club in the spring of 1962, The Rolling Stones ‘kicked-off’ their career at the Station Hotel, Richmond on Sunday 24th February 1963 Travel back to their birthplace and visit the locations in West London where they performed regularly between 1962 and 1964. The tour takes you past their homes and haunts in Chelsea and the venues where they played and hung-out. You’ll visit Olympic Studios, where they recorded six consecutive albums and the church hall location in Richmond where the group performed to a dozen or so fans in various line-ups before securing their first weekly residency at the Crawdaddy Club in Richmond. You’ll see where Mick and Ronnie lived more recently and the spectacular views they enjoyed from the top of Richmond Hill, before the tour ends at Richmond Station with fast and frequent services back to all parts of London and Windsor.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- Snacks
What you'll see and do
After passing by the location of the Wetherby Pub where Bill Wyman was auditioned for the band who also rehearsed there, we stop outside the flat where they were given their name...
Pass by without stopping
A quick stop outside the flat that Brian, Mick and Keith shared between 1962 and 1963 and where they invited The Beatles to after first meeting them in Richmond
5 minutes here
Cheyne Walk
Take a look at the houses that Mick and Keith purchased in 1968 in one of the most salubrious streets in London
2 minutes here · Admission not included
King's Road
The beating heart of Swinging London, home to the 'Chelsea Drugstore' location and legendary fashion and music venues.
Pass by without stopping
The Half Moon, Putney, London
Where The Stones performed at a private party as recently as 2000
10 minutes here
Olympic Studios - Cinema
A 10-minute stop at Olympic. The Stones recorded 6 consecutive albums here between 1966 and 1972 with Chris Kimsey and Glyn Johns. Their first hit 'Come On', released in 1963, was recorded at Olympic's previous location off Baker Street in London.
10 minutes here
Previously the Station Hotel, home to the original Crawdaddy Club, this is the Richmond location where The Stones secured their first residency on Sunday 24th February 1963 and where they first met The Beatles and signed for Decca Records
10 minutes here
Terrace Gardens- Richmond Hill
See where Mick and Jerry lived in the early 1990s (she still lives here with new husband Rupert Murdoch), where Ronnie Wood lived from 1971. 'It's Only Rock And Roll But I Like It' was written here in 1973. Pete Townsend owns the house which is currently up for sale... Yours for only £15M
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Visit the Sandover Hall location in Richmond, where The Stones performed between 1962 and 1963...
5 minutes here
The second location of the Crawdaddy Club when in 1963, The Yardbirds replaced The Stones as the resident band. It was also the location of Harold Pendleton's National Jazz and Blues Festival (1961-1965) which, after a few years at various locations finally moved to Reading - now the longest-running pop festival in the world.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Outside the front entrance to Earls Court Station (use the Earls Court Road exit NOT Warwick Road)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This tour ends at Richmond Station with fast and frequent train and tube services back to all parts of London and Windsor. Why not take the opportunity of spending more time in Richmond for a walk along the river or the famous Richmond Park with roaming deer and oodles of history.
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
- Swinging 60s London
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 9 years
- Availability for tours cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of tour availability
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 37 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
37 verified traveler reviews for Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Worst
This company doesn’t even seem to exist but still charged us. Wasted our time, guide never showed up.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic day!
It was my husband's 70th birthday - a long-time fan of The Rolling Stones, so an ideal gift for him. Paul, our tour guide, met us at Earl's Court Station in his groovy psychedelic mini-bus - you couldn't miss him! From the start, Paul was a wealth of information about The Stones, indeed the 60's in general; my husband knows his music but was very impressed with Paul's knowledge and anecdotes about The Stones. The highlight for us was a photo opportunity on the very same stage The Stones at in 2000 at the Half Moon. Also, a tour of Olympic Studios and the original Crawdaddy Club in Richmond. The day could not have been better! I'd highly recommend this tour to any Stones fans.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sparing the time to write a review of your recent Rolling Stones tour. Delighted that you enjoyed the experience.
via Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful tour with our guide, Paul! His experience and knowledge of the music industry really helped provide colorful commentary for our tour. My father is an avid Stones fan and I heavily researched this experience for him. He loved it!!!!
Response from the operator: Thanks for sparing the time to write a review of your recent Rolling Stones tour with us. So glad you were all 'satisfied' and enjoyed the experience!
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic. Very...
Fantastic. Very informative and lots of fun! Pick up was easy and the tour touched many highlights of the Rolling Stones.
Response from the operator: Many thanks for sparing the time to review your recent Rolling Stones tour with us. We're so glad you enjoyed the experience!
via Viator
Whether you saw the Stones start in Richmond or wished you had, this really informative and fun tour is a must
My friends and I saw the Rolling Stones on Twickenham's Eel Pie Island in 1963 and the Yardbirds in Richmond subsequently. A number of us took the 'Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones' tour and it was incredibly informative, lots of great anecdotes and the tour stopped at lots of places to talk about events to do with the Stones that most people (other than perhaps Bill Wyman!!) didn't know about. So whether you saw he Stones in Richmond or, regardless of your age, so wished you had, then this is the brilliant tour for you.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for sparing the time to review your recent tour with us. We hope to see you again for more journeys back to London in the 1960s
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 13
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $420 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 Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 37 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 Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour?
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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 Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private Tour?
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Around 13 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Visit the Birthplace of The Rolling Stones - Private 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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