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London SoHo District Guided Walking Tour

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London SoHo District Guided Walking Tour

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Max 12

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Tour Duration

2.5 Hours

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Highlights of the tour

Highlights Generally Include: 

• Piccadilly Circus, London's iconic entertainment hub, famous for its neon lights, grand theatres, and buzzing atmosphere, often compared to Times Square. 

• Carnaby Street, The heart of Swinging Sixties fashion, where designers like Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood transformed British style and music legends shaped pop culture. 

• The Broad Street Pump, A historic site where Dr. John Snow's discovery of contaminated water in 1854 revolutionized public health and disease prevention. 

• Old Compton Street & The Admiral Duncan, The center of London's LGBTQ+ community, home to historic venues, vibrant nightlife, and the Admiral Duncan pub, a symbol of resilience. 

• Chinatown, A colorful district filled with authentic restaurants, bakeries, and cultural landmarks, reflecting London's diverse immigrant heritage.


Explore the vibrant streets of Soho, London's historic entertainment district, on this private walking tour. Known for its theatres, music venues, and countercultural movements, 

Soho has been the epicenter of fashion, rebellion, and creativity for centuries. From Piccadilly Circus's bright lights to the historic alleyways where rock legends, literary greats, and radical thinkers left their mark, uncover the stories that shaped this legendary neighborhood. Stroll through Carnaby Street, the heart of Swinging Sixties fashion, where designers like Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood transformed British style. Pause at the Broad Street Pump, where Dr. John Snow's groundbreaking discovery changed public health forever. Walk along Old Compton Street, home to London's LGBTQ+ community, and hear the story of the Admiral Duncan pub, a landmark of resilience. Discuss the district's nobility at Soho Square, before reaching Chinatown, where authentic restaurants and cultural landmarks bring a taste of the East to the heart of London.nnThis tour offers a captivating journey through Soho's rebellious past and electrifying present. Whether you're a music lover, theatre enthusiast, or history buff, this experience immerses you in one of London's most dynamic and storied neighborhoods.


Itinerary

    Stops include but are not limited to:

  • Piccadilly Circus, Begin at Piccadilly Circus, London's neon-lit entertainment hub, often compared to Times Square. Surrounded by grand theatres and iconic stores, this bustling junction has been a center of nightlife and culture for over a century.
  • Golden Square, Step into Golden Square, a hidden gem with a rich aristocratic past, now home to some of London's most influential media and creative businesses.
  • London Palladium, Pass by the legendary London Palladium, one of Britain's most famous theatres, where Charlie Chaplin, The Beatles, and modern-day stars have graced the stage.
  • Carnaby Street, Wander through Carnaby Street, the beating heart of Swinging Sixties fashion, where designers like Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood revolutionized British style.
  • The Broad Street Pump, Visit the Broad Street Pump, where Dr. John Snow's discovery of contaminated water changed the course of public health history.
  • Berwick Street Market, Explore Berwick Street Market, a vibrant street market dating back over 200 years, known for its independent traders, record shops, and food stalls.
  • Meard Street, Stroll down Meard Street, a charming Georgian-era street that has long been a haven for artists, activists, and writers.
  • Dean Street, Walk along Dean Street, once frequented by Karl Marx, Oscar Wilde, and The Rolling Stones, and hear the stories of Soho's rebellious past.
  • Soho Square, Take in the tranquil greenery of Soho Square, surrounded by historic buildings and the creative studios that keep Soho's bohemian spirit alive.
  • Old Compton Street & The Admiral Duncan, Explore Old Compton Street, the heart of London's LGBTQ+ community, and hear the powerful story of the Admiral Duncan pub, a landmark of resilience and pride.
  • Chinatown, Conclude in Chinatown, a bustling district where authentic restaurants, bakeries, and cultural festivals bring a taste of the East to the heart of London.

• PRIVATE WALKING TOUR

• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE

• DURATION 2.5 HOURS

• TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE


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FAQ's

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.

Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.

Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don't see the email in your inbox.

No, Viator is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!

Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform like Viator or GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.

Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!

Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.

Yes, our tours run rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately. Tours will only be canceled in the event of a dangerous weather alert from local authorities.

Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide's name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.

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