Tastes, Tales & Traditional Ales: Food Tour of London's Historic Pubs
3.5 hours
Max 12
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Learn to navigate the overwhelming choice of pubs in London with an expert guide to show you the way.
- Enjoy traditional pub fare and a drink at every stop.
- Hear the stories behind these historic places from the people who work behind the bar.
- Discover pubs where historical figures and literary legends once drank.
- Play a pub game from the 15th century and chat with London locals.
- Sites Visited
- 4 historic pubs in the City of London
- Tour Includes
- 4 food tastings and 4 drinks
- Small group of 12 guests maximum
- Local English-speaking guide
Live like a Londoner at the city's best pubs that have been serving ale and food for hundreds of years.
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Verified Customer reviews
Verified ratings
4.8 /5
based on 47 Walks’ customer ratingsOverall rating
4.8 /5
47 reviewsRating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Charo was an excellent guide for us. She has great knowledge of London’s pub history. She made the experience so much fun for both of us. Thanks for the wonderful experience!
Verified · David · USA · Male · Apr 15, 2026 Excellent
Tours are tours and I often expect them to be very good. Our guide was very good and informative about the history of London, not just the area we covered. This particular tour gave us a unique look at the historical Pubs and the roll they played in early history. Ironically I am not a beer drinker and I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the food and drink and the cute little neighborhoods. Gives a good insite into London over the years.
Verified · Virginia · USA · Female · Apr 11, 2026 Excellent
Kate did a wonderful job and the experience was the best part of our trip to London.
Tripadvisor customer · Grady · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Kate was lovely! The cider was delicious as were the fried cheese bites at the last stop.
Tripadvisor customer · Anna · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Kate was fantastic!!! We visited some of the most interesting pubs.
Tripadvisor customer · Beth · Apr 10, 2026
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Latest reviews
Excellent
Charo was an excellent guide for us. She has great knowledge of London’s pub history. She made the experience so much fun for both of us. Thanks for the wonderful experience!
Verified · David · USA · Male · 45 - 54 years · Apr 15, 2026 Excellent
Tours are tours and I often expect them to be very good. Our guide was very good and informative about the history of London, not just the area we covered. This particular tour gave us a unique look at the historical Pubs and the roll they played in early history. Ironically I am not a beer drinker and I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the food and drink and the cute little neighborhoods. Gives a good insite into London over the years.
Verified · Virginia · USA · Female · 65 - 74 years · Apr 11, 2026 Excellent
Kate was fantastic!!! We visited some of the most interesting pubs.
Tripadvisor customer · Beth · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Kate did a wonderful job and the experience was the best part of our trip to London.
Tripadvisor customer · Grady · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Kate was lovely! The cider was delicious as were the fried cheese bites at the last stop.
Tripadvisor customer · Anna · Apr 10, 2026 Excellent
Becky Newell, our tour guide was wonderful. She not only was a great storyteller but she has pure and honest love of the subject.
Verified · Arthur · USA · Male · 65 - 74 years · Apr 08, 2026 Excellent
We really enjoyed this tour in London, Kate was an excellent tour guide. We enjoyed the different pubs that we went to and the selections of food and ales that we were offered. They were very typical of pub food and beverages Walking through London for the afternoon is always a great experience.
Verified · Donna · USA · Female · 65 - 74 years · Apr 07, 2026 Excellent
I loved this tour. It was the perfect amount of food and beverage, combined with a knowledgeable guide and some actual walking :)
Verified · Mary · USA · Female · 55 - 64 years · Apr 06, 2026 Excellent
Guide was great!! Good vibes of the history.
Tripadvisor customer · Amy · Apr 06, 2026 Excellent
Very knowledgeable and super kind
Tripadvisor customer · Joseph · Apr 06, 2026FAQs
Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs, strollers or for those with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at [email protected] or call +39 068-596-0143 (Italy) or 888-683-8670 (USA) to make alternative arrangements.
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