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The 15 Best Historic Pub Tours in England

27 tours  ·  from $20

Some of these rooms were pouring before the Great Fire and have the beams to prove it. The 15 below compare how many stops each makes, whether the first round is included, and which ones are a history walk with beer rather than the other way round.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Starting near St. Paul’s and Blackfriars Bridge
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

1.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Walk from St. Paul’s and Fleet Street to four historic London pubs on a 3.5-hour, small-group tour capped at 14 people. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, and Dave mix pub customs with stories of Dickens, Shakespeare, churches, journalists, and legal London. Drinks and food cost extra, so you choose how much to order.

“My mom and I went and we had a good time and learned a lot of history about pubs. Some spots are a little rushed.”

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock - Windsor Castle: royal history with limited time
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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

2.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,402 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Travel by air-conditioned coach from London to Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath. You’ll hear lively commentary from guides such as Eugene, Rowan, or Nicholas, eat a one-course pub lunch, and see major sights at a brisk pace. Castle and Stonehenge entry depend on the option you book.

“Our guide was awesome. The excursions was worth every penny. I recommend this trip to everyone. Very educational”

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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus at 2 p.m.
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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

3.Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,993 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Spend two and a half hours walking through Soho with an English-speaking guide such as Ben, Gherto, Danny, Tom, or Harvey. Visit four music-linked pubs, hear where The Beatles recorded Hey Jude, and learn about Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, the Rolling Stones, and Mozart. Drinks cost extra, and groups are capped at 15.

“Wonderful history of SOHO! Great music stories and of course the pubs! Ghetto was so enthusiastic! Go ahead and book it!”

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Pub Crawl of Central London - Leicester Square and the Two to Four Next Stops
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Pub Crawl of Central London

4.Pub Crawl of Central London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,022 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $35

Join the London Party Pub Crawl at Zoo Bar & Club in Leicester Square, then visit up to four more bars and clubs. You get entry, free shots, drink discounts, photos, and lively hosts such as Liz or Liam. Arrive at 7:45pm for the full five-venue route, and bring valid photo ID and smart-casual clothes.

“Had an amazing time with friends. Got to meet people from all over the world. Great hosts with good energy.”

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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art - Lambeth Palace and the first view of Parliament
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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

5.London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 943 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $104

Ride classic British Pashley bikes through central London with guides such as James, Edward, or Jack. See Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Covent Garden, and the London Eye, then stop at the Lamb & Flag pub and spray-paint a mural in the Waterloo Graffiti Tunnel. Small groups, helmets or tweed caps, and bag storage are included.

“Jack is a fun and knowledgeable tour guide who engages the group with local insights and occasional history trivia questions. Bikes were Pashleys, a respected British brand that are an easy ride. No gears. It is flat terrain. We came away with lots of British history and, moreover, an understanding of London from day one. Enjoyed the stop at the Grafitti Tunnel and the chance to do some spray painting. The pub visit changed my standards on ales for good. We highly recommend this tour!”

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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London - Four pubs, local stories, and plenty of choice
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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

6.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 803 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $44

Join a local guide such as Ben, Luke, Henry, Tom, or Carlos for a 2 to 3 hour walk from Piccadilly Circus through St. James’s. Expect four historic pubs, royal and celebrity stories, beer and gin suggestions, and a group capped at 12. Drinks and food cost extra.

“If I could give more than 5⭐️’s to Ben, I would. What a treat. Found some real gems of pubs and loved the stories and wee nuggets in between. His banter and craic was mighty. Thank you Ben and we hope to see you one day on the other side of the Irish Sea. 💚”

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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London - Starting in Cheapside beside London’s old commercial heart
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

7.Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $173

Explore London’s pub culture on a private three to four hour walk from Cheapside to Holborn. Guides such as Lyndon, Lachlan, Adam, Ricky, and John mix local history with drink advice at the Black Friar, Old Bank of England, and Princess Louise. Drinks cost extra, and the route can be tailored to your group.

“We loved our time with Claire. She was so knowledgable and fun. Collectively, we agreed the historical walking tour was one of our favorite activities while on vacation.”

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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London - Stop one and the first taste of pub culture
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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

8.Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Meet your guide beneath a yellow umbrella at Embankment Station for a four-hour walk through London pub culture. You will visit four historic pubs around Covent Garden, hear stories of old taverns and pub folklore, and receive drink suggestions from guides such as Rachel, Mike, Carolina, and Connor. Drinks and food cost extra, and all guests must be 18 or older.

“Our guide was really informative and informal, managed a big group well. The pubs were all different and interesting. We had a great time!”

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London Pub Crawl - Free shots and discounted drinks
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London Pub Crawl

9.London Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $29

Start at Simmons Bar on Golden Square at 8:45 pm for a four to five-hour crawl through London nightlife. Expect several West End venues, free entry, discounted drinks, free shots, group photos, and hosts such as Will, Amy, or Pukka. The crowd can reach 120 people, so venue space and guide attention may vary.

“It was ok. Not much engagement from the hosts, and one of the places we went to felt somewhat like a prison. They had about 9 different security guards, some of which looked like ex convicts, roaming both the outside and the inside of the club. They also didn't allow hats. Which is fine, but the hosts don't inform on their post. So, it came as a surprise.”

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Camden Pub Crawl in London - Five venues, five versions of Camden nightlife
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Camden Pub Crawl in London

10.Camden Pub Crawl in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $34

Start at Belushi’s Camden at 7:30 pm and follow hosts such as Liz or Amy through five Camden bars and clubs. Your ticket includes free entry, welcome shots, drink discounts, and digital photos. Expect a social seven-hour night for adults 18 and older, with smart-casual dress and valid photo ID required.

“Amy was a great host. She was fun, talkative, and friendly. My cousin and I had a great time. I liked all the bars except Coyote Ugly. The staff was rude; it took forever to get a drink. Overall, I would recommend the tour to others.”

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The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl - Moving through several pubs and clubs
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The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl

11.The Original Shoreditch Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Start at 333 Old St at 7:30 pm for a four-and-a-half-hour Shoreditch night out. You will spend about an hour meeting the group, then visit several pubs and clubs with free entry, drink discounts, and shots. Hosts such as Ash, Jess, and Ali have been praised for keeping groups together and welcoming solo visitors.

“Definitely a must do for solo travelers! Our crawl guide, Ash, was amazing. She made sure everyone was taken care of and having a great time! I was able to meet people from all over the world and had great conversations and made friends, which is great to do as a solo traveler . I would highly recommend this bar crawl to anyone solo traveler or not.”

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Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales - The Old Bell Tavern and a cider pairing
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Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales

12.Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Spend an afternoon walking through old London with a local English-speaking guide, stopping at Ye Olde Mitre, The Old Bell Tavern, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, and Ye Olde Cock Tavern. Four drinks and four food tastings are included, with portions best viewed as a generous pub crawl rather than a full dinner. Groups are limited to 12.

“A great way to learn about the history of the City of London and visit some of its historical pubs for ale and bites. Very little dinner is needed afterwards.”

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Birmingham Gangs Nighttime Historical Walking Tour with Pub Stops - Canalside stories and two unusual drinking stops
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Birmingham Gangs Nighttime Historical Walking Tour with Pub Stops

13.Birmingham Gangs Nighttime Historical Walking Tour with Pub Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34

Join a guide such as Edward for a three-hour Birmingham night walk linking canal-side pubs, gang history, skinhead culture, and a Peaky Blinders art installation. The group can reach 20 people. Drinks cost extra, and the route ends at The Botanist by Gas Street Basin.

“My friend and I wanted something a bit different to do for a night out in Birmingham so we booked the Peaky Blinders Historical Walk - with pubs! I am so glad we did, Edward is a charming and very knowledgeable guy who gave us the history of the gangs in Birmingham along with other really interesting pieces of information about the city (in which I was born). It was also a great laugh as we had various stops along the way at different drinking venues. I would definitely recommend this if you have a couple of hours free.”

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Bath: Local Pubs & Historic Sights Walking Tour (3h) - Royal Crescent, Queen Square, and the first refreshment
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Bath: Local Pubs & Historic Sights Walking Tour (3h)

14.Local Pubs & Historic Sights Walking Tour (3h)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $52

Join James for a three-hour small-group walk through Bath, starting at the Abbey and visiting the Royal Crescent, The Circus, and Pulteney Bridge. Along the way, enjoy three half-pint drinks at historic pubs while learning about Roman Bath, Georgian society, Jane Austen, architecture, and modern city life. Soft drinks are available.

“Fantastic tour, James is an excellent guide and flexible with tailoring the tour to out interests with a blend of old and recent history, the best way to see Bath hands down.”

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Historic London Pub Tour - Why this London pub walk is different from a pub crawl
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Historic London Pub Tour

15.Historic London Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Meet guide George at Chancery Lane Station for a 1-hour-45-minute walk through London’s pub culture and city history. Visit The Cross Keys and Covent Garden’s Lamb & Flag, enjoy an included half-pint, and hear local stories along the route. Expect a small-group tour in English, with plenty of walking and a historic focus.

“We were enjoying the tour, our guide was friendly and informative, but then very abruptly ended the tour. It was supposed to go for two hours, but went for an hour and a half. He bought us a beer and left. We were all a bit stunned.”

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