Free Historical Pub Tour London

Explore Covent Garden, the beating heart of the West End.
Have a pint in Charles Dickens’ favourite pub in London, Lamb & Flag, an Ale House which is nearly 400 years old!
Try different traditional ales, the famous English beer which makes no sense anywhere else but tastes delicious in the British Isles!

Come discover the essence of British culture in one of London’s most beautiful and historic areas, Covent Garden. Join the Free Historical Pub Tour and visit several century-old pubs to taste traditional English ales while listening to stories that will give you an insight into how pub culture has shaped the country's personality for centuries. This experience is a totally original and different way to see London in an authentic way - you'll get to know the best of the city like a local!

As you sip your drink, listen to tales of the Golden Age of William Shakespeare, when ale houses were the centre of amusement and drinking was a part of everyday life in the 16th century. Learn how the restoration of the Monarchy led to possibly the most libertine period in British history and enjoy a pint of delicious ale as you delve into the past. Your knowledgeable local guides will share fun facts, historical gossip and many information that wouldn’t find in any history book.

You will also explore the dark side of Covent Garden's history, with stories of bare-knuckle fights, murders, and general deprivation, and be amazed by the transformation that has turned it into one of the poshest neighbourhoods in the city. Our Free Historical Pub Tour not only offers you the opportunity to try traditional ales and beers but also to discover the hidden stories behind the stunning architecture and surroundings. Join a group of like-minded travellers and experience the true essence of British culture in one of London's most charming areas!