“Two London quarters to continue to develop strongly contrasting characters that persist 200 years later.” London Society
Why we love it
Join your own professional guide on a journey through London's contrasting history. From high society to the gritty underworld, this tour incorporates the clubs of Mayfair/St James and the gangs of Soho.
What's Included?
- Experience a private two-hour High Class and Low Life walking tour each
- Visit the areas of Mayfair, Soho, Regent Street, Berkeley Square, Piccadilly and Shepherd Market and learn about the history of the privilege and pestilence
Description
A Londoner with a curiosity to learn more about your city? Or a tourist wanting to get under the skin of a new place? This private walking tour through two of London's most contrasting areas will open your eyes to a fascinating history.
On your tour, you'll discover why Mayfair became the best address in town with its leafy streets, beautiful houses and elegant streets. Then, you'll cross the 'social divide' of Regent Street and into notorious Soho, where the dark alleys and old streets were a breeding ground for crime and disease. But, you'll also learn about the wealth of immigrants from over the world who settled here and how Soho became the creative, cultural hub we know it today.
Additional Information
This experience must be booked within 6 months of purchase, but you can choose to go any time within 1 year.
Availability:
This experience is available:
- Anytime, subject to the guide's availability
This experience is not available on bank holidays and other special occasion days such as Valentine’s Day.
Other Useful Details:
All bookings are subject to availability. We advise booking at least 4 weeks in advance to guarantee the desired date and time.
What's Included?
- Experience a private two-hour High Class and Low Life walking tour each
- Visit the areas of Mayfair, Soho, Regent Street, Berkeley Square, Piccadilly and Shepherd Market and learn about the history of the privilege and pestilence
Why we love it
Join your own professional guide on a journey through London's contrasting history. From high society to the gritty underworld, this tour incorporates the clubs of Mayfair/St James and the gangs of Soho. Read full description
Description
A Londoner with a curiosity to learn more about your city? Or a tourist wanting to get under the skin of a new place? This private walking tour through two of London's most contrasting areas will open your eyes to a fascinating history.
On your tour, you'll discover why Mayfair became the best address in town with its leafy streets, beautiful houses and elegant streets. Then, you'll cross the 'social divide' of Regent Street and into notorious Soho, where the dark alleys and old streets were a breeding ground for crime and disease. But, you'll also learn about the wealth of immigrants from over the world who settled here and how Soho became the creative, cultural hub we know it today.
×Description
A Londoner with a curiosity to learn more about your city? Or a tourist wanting to get under the skin of a new place? This private walking tour through two of London's most contrasting areas will open your eyes to a fascinating history.
On your tour, you'll discover why Mayfair became the best address in town with its leafy streets, beautiful houses and elegant streets. Then, you'll cross the 'social divide' of Regent Street and into notorious Soho, where the dark alleys and old streets were a breeding ground for crime and disease. But, you'll also learn about the wealth of immigrants from over the world who settled here and how Soho became the creative, cultural hub we know it today.
Opening Times
Anytime, subject to the guide's availability
Additional Information
This experience must be booked within 6 months of purchase, but you can choose to go any time within 1 year.
Availability:
This experience is available:
- Anytime, subject to the guide's availability
This experience is not available on bank holidays and other special occasion days such as Valentine’s Day.
Other Useful Details:
All bookings are subject to availability. We advise booking at least 4 weeks in advance to guarantee the desired date and time.
How it works
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Choose your experience
Treat yourself or share with someone you truly care about.
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We arrange everything
Our concierge will arrange everything, even the little extras.
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Relax and enjoy
Simply show up and savour the memory that will last a lifetime.
