LONDON PUB CRAWLS

London Pub Crawls: the 15 Best Nights Out

68 crawls  ·  from $18 a head

The city has more historic pubs than anywhere and a crawl is the fastest way into the good ones. These 15 cover Soho music pubs, City taverns and the small-group walks, with prices and how many pints the schedule really allows.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Fleet Street, journalists, and the proper London boozer
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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

Spend about three and a half hours walking from Newgate Street toward Covent Garden, stopping at four historic London pubs. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, Dave, and Ricky mix pub lore with stories of Fleet Street, Dickens, churches, courts, and literary London. Drinks cost extra, and the group is capped at 14 people.

“Tim was great at explaining the different kinds of pubs in London, the historical significance of each place we visited, and had deep knowledge of the pours and the traditions.”

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock - Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain
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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

Leave central London by air-conditioned coach for Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath. You’ll get royal history, a prehistoric stone circle, a one-course pub lunch, and Georgian architecture in one packed day. Guides such as Eugene, Rowan, Nicholas, and Andrew are known for lively commentary, though the pace leaves little time at each stop.

“We had a great experience. Our driver(florian) and your guide(rowan) is very knowledgeable and attentive. High recommend.”

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Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus at 2:00 pm
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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

Walk through Soho with guides such as Ben, Gherto, Harvey, Tom, Danny, and Callum, stopping at four historic pubs linked to the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, and Mozart. You’ll hear music and Soho stories over roughly two and a half hours. Drinks and food cost extra.

“Information about origins of soho and sex trade,iconic pubs and famous drinkers and music events that happened there”

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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour - The street of shame and London’s changing face
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London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

4.London: Historic Pubs of Central London Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,065 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $39

Meet outside St Paul’s Underground Station for a 3.5-hour, 2-mile walk through London’s old drinking quarters. English-speaking guides such as Freddy, Dave, Tim, Shadow, and Lachlan lead you to four historic pubs, including a Victorian gin palace. Drinks cost extra, and all participants must be 18 or older.

“Can’t recommend this tour enough. A fabulous afternoon. From the initial booking right through to the end of the tour it was professional, well organised and great value for money. Spot on details for the meeting point, the ladies booking everyone in were friendly friendly and organised. The guide took time to introduce himself to everyone on the tour and to ask a few questions to make you feel welcome. Right from the first step he was informative, very engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining. He made everyone feel included taking time to answer any questions. We were never rushed yet the afternoon flew by. Lachlan Andrew’s as a tour guide was…”

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Pub Crawl of Central London - Starting at Zoo Bar on Bear Street
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Pub Crawl of Central London

5.Pub Crawl of Central London

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

Start at Zoo Bar in Leicester Square, then follow hosts such as Liz, Liam, or Alex to two to four more bars and clubs. You get entry, small shots, drink discounts, photos, and a ready-made social crowd. Arrive at 7:45pm for the full five-venue route. Bring valid photo ID and dress smart-casual.

“Fun pub crawl & our host was great! Download the Nightlife Card app ahead of time for discounts at the venues, without having to wait for slow connections to finish before you order extra drinks. Shots included at the venues are tiny plastic thimbles of whatever premixed bottles they feel like pouring & most places are annoyed at the shot cards, because they have long lines with paying customers to serve. One of the places was smart & poured the little 'shots' ahead of time, so they were ready for us when we got there. If you're not picky about what you're drinking & just go with it, you'll like…”

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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art - Lambeth Palace and the best Big Ben approach
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London Bike Tour: Landmarks, Secret Gems, Pub Stop & Street Art

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

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

Ride a classic British bicycle through Westminster, St James’s Park, Covent Garden, and the South Bank with a local guide such as James, Edward, or Jack. You’ll pause at major sights, visit the Lamb & Flag pub, cross Westminster Bridge, and spray-paint your own mark in the Graffiti Tunnel. Bikes, helmets, storage, and paint are included.

“We absolutely loved our bike tour with Jack at Tally Ho bike tours. Easiest and fastest way to get around to see the iconic historical spots around London. He was extremely knowledgeable, funny and protective of his group. Would definitely recommend Tally Ho and Jack!”

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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Why Soho makes such a good music walk
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London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

7.London: Soho Music and Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 836 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piccadilly Circus and walk into Soho’s music-soaked past. Visit four historic pubs linked with Lennon, Bowie, Hendrix, the Beatles, and more, buying drinks as you go. Guides such as Gherto, Henry, Sy, Ben, and Al bring the stories to life with humor, music quizzes, and local tips.

“The guide Gherto was awesome, I highly recomment this tour!”

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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London - The guides make the difference
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Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

8.Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London

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

Start at 2 pm near Piccadilly Circus and walk through St. James’s, pairing royal history with historic pubs and local drinks. Guides including Ben, Luke, Henry, Tom, and Carlos bring stories, beer advice, and plenty of humor. The group is capped at 12, and food and drinks cost extra.

“We loved our guide Henry! He was so fun and informative. Showed us places we never would have found on our own.”

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London: Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath with 14th-Century Pub - Windsor Castle: royal rooms, a chapel, and a short visit
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London: Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath with 14th-Century Pub

9.London: Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath with 14th-Century Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 765 reviews · 12.5 hours · from $106

Spend 12.5 hours touring England beyond London by air-conditioned coach. Visit Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Bath, and film-friendly Lacock, with a fish-and-chips lunch at the 14th-century George Inn. Guides such as Steve, Eugene, Clive, and Nick keep the pace moving, though each stop offers only limited free time.

“Eugene was such a great tour guide. He provided great history and stories. He also shared recommendations! I highly recommend this tour and hope you get Eugene. Christian was an excellent driver and the bus was great!!”

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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London - Starting near Cheapside and St. Paul’s
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

10.Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

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

Walk from Cheapside toward Holborn with a private guide such as Lyndon, Lachlan, Adam, John, or Ricky. Visit historic pubs including Black Friar, the Old Bank of England, and Princess Louise, while hearing stories about London’s churches, courts, Dickensian streets, and wartime survival. Drinks cost extra.

“Lyndon was a most personable and knowledgeable host. He made sure that everyone in our group had a great time -- and we did!”

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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour - Starting at Piccadilly Circus
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London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

11.London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 536 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piccadilly Circus for a 2.5-hour walk through royal London. Visit four historic pubs, hear stories of Churchill, James Bond, Charlie Chaplin, and the royal family, and choose your own drinks as you go. Guides such as Tom, Henry, Danny, Luke, and Ben are known for lively storytelling and friendly group energy.

“Our tour was great! Henry went above and beyond to make it an 11/10 experience. He was knowledgeable and fun which created an engaging environment. Would highly recommend him specifically and this experience!”

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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London - Four pubs, four different personalities
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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

12.Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

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

Meet at Embankment Station for a four-hour walk through London pub culture. Guides such as Rachel, Mike, Carolina, and Connor lead you to four historic Covent Garden pubs, share tales of old London, recommend local drinks, and secure seating in an 800-year-old pub. Drinks and food cost extra.

“What a fantastic Beer Pub tour. Our guide was well informed and told us interesting stories about the pubs and history of the area as well. His sense of humor and delivery made this such an enjoyable tour. I would do it again in a heartbeat.”

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London: Jack the Ripper Tour with Historic Pub Stops - Frying Pan Alley and the last known drink
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London: Jack the Ripper Tour with Historic Pub Stops

13.London: Jack the Ripper Tour with Historic Pub Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 360 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $40

Walk Whitechapel with guides such as Cova, Jude, Becky, Sarah, and Ollie, tracing Jack the Ripper’s crimes from the White Hart to The Bell. You’ll visit The Ten Bells, Spitalfields Market, and other historic sites while hearing documented facts, theories, and stories of Victorian East End life. Drinks cost extra.

“Jude was very knowledgeable about his subject Jack and how life was during that era and very interactive with all participants. We all enjoyed it. Good luck in the future.”

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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art - Trafalgar Square and the Covent Garden pub stop
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London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

14.London: Landmarks & Secrets Bike Tour with Pub & Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 314 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $101

Spend 3.5 hours cycling central London on a handmade English Pashley bicycle with a lively guide such as Katie, Jasper, Olivia, or Stewart. Expect major sights, quiet Westminster lanes, St James’s Park, an optional drink at the Lamb & Flag, and spray painting at Leake Street. Adult bikes suit ages 12 and up.

“We had an amazing time on our tour! Stewart was a great guide and provided a wealth of knowledge on English/London history. Also helped that we had a great group that all meshed really well with each other. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting London that wants a simplified way of seeing all of the big attractions and also some hidden gems of the city that you may otherwise look over! Cannot say enough good things about this tour, it made our trip.”

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London Pub Crawl - Starting at Simmons Bar near Piccadilly Circus
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London Pub Crawl

15.London Pub Crawl

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

Meet at Simmons Bar near Piccadilly Circus at 8:45 pm for a four-to-five-hour crawl through London nightlife. You will visit several pubs and bars, receive free entry, discounted drinks, and free shots, then return to the meeting point. Guides including Will, Amy, and Pukka have been praised for keeping groups involved.

“Worst experience ever! Got there early with my buddies and the guide never showed. No text not nothing. Bartenders were saying “they’ll be here soon” but never showed. Finally asked a new bartender and he stated “there’s no pub crawl tonight””

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