London SoHo District Guided Walking Tour - Semi-Private
What your day looks like
Your tour of Soho will take you through Piccadilly Circus, the Time Square of London, through a maze of streets leading to Chinatown. In between, you’ll discover the hub of musical revolutions including the venue where Jimi Hendrix first performed in the city. Music buffs will delight to discover the spot where the term “Beatlemania” was coined, and where hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody” were recorded. Beyond music, you’ll discuss the women’s suffrage movement at Golden Square. A deadly cholera outbreak is the topic of choice on Broad Street, where you’ll hear about the original John Snow. Stroll Greek Street to hear how Soho influenced former residence, Karl Marx. At Soho Square, you’ll learn about some of the district’s earliest nobility, often eclipsed by the current tenants, the lively LGBT community who congregate at local bars. End up in Chinatown, where you’ll momentarily forget you’re in London and relax over a plate or three of dumplings before hitting up Soho’s energetic nightlife.
The experience, in brief
- Piccadilly Circus
- Golden square
- Carnaby street
- The London Palladium/the Liberty shop
- Soho mural
- Over the Broad street
- Over the Berwick streets market
- Trident studios
- Greek Street
- Soho square
- China town
The journey, in full
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.
Your day, step by step
London
City/Town Tour.
What to know before booking
Included
Tour Guide
Meeting & Pickup
Meet your guide by the Criterion Theatre entrance in Piccadilly Circus, opposite to the famous Piccadilly Circus screens (outside the main entrance of the Criterion Theatre). If you are coming by Car: 218-223 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1V 9LB, UK.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please provide a good contact phone number to reach the guests on the day of the tour. This is strictly used by the guide to communicate meeting point details and make the tour as seamless as possible. We require the ages of all passengers upon booking. Please provide this information.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic