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Discover the secrets of historic London on this quintessential pub and food tour. Enjoy local ale tastings and traditional pub grub while exploring centuries-old taverns and fascinating city legends
Take a captivating tour of London's world-famous pubs and dive into the riveting history behind them. Explore the city's food and drink culture and discover something new with each mouthful as you hop from one historic pub to the next. Experience the hustle and bustle of an evening out in one of the world's most thrilling cities at locales that have countless stories just waiting to be told.
Bask in the centuries-old tradition of London ale in a 500-year-old pub on your first stop. Learn the story of Queen Elizabeth's connection to the tree outside and feast on a classic pork pie dish. Next, visit a landmark London pub on Fleet Street where Sweeney Todd made his mark. Enjoy a refreshing pint of cider and the perfect accompaniment—a sausage roll—in a pub designed by the same architect who created St. Paul's Cathedral.
Step back into the past with a pint in a listed building. Rebuilt after the Great Fire of London in 1666, this pub was a favorite of renowned authors like Charles Dickens, who would pop in for "devilled whitebait" and a drink. At the next pub, hear all about a unique London delicacy: "cock ale." Luckily, today you’ll enjoy more palatable options like scotch eggs and portobello ales. As you snack and sip, you’ll even have the chance to try your hand at a beloved pub game to end your tour with a little friendly competition.
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Additional information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour starts
●Activity exclusively for guests over 18 years old
● The tour ends at St Clement Danes Church (Strand)
● The tour is conducted entirely in English
● The tour covers a lunch based on the tastings
● Small group of maximum 12 people
● Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies must email the customer experience team after booking to coordinate ingredients
● Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign a waiver at the start of the tour
● This tour is not recommended for vegans or those on gluten-free or dairy-free diets. It is adaptable for vegetarians, pregnant women, and non-alcoholic options (though a replacement may not be available at every stop)
● Due to the nature of this tour, it is unfortunately not suitable for people with reduced mobility, wheelchair users, or strollers
● This is a walking tour; participants must be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
● Comfortable footwear is recommended
● In case of extreme weather conditions, the operator reserves the right to suspend, modify, or cancel the tour for safety reasons
● All local government regulations are met. Please consult official local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information
Inclusions
✔ Local English-speaking guide
✔ Expertly guided walking tour
✔ 4 food tastings and 4 drinks
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up or drop-off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Meeting point
At The Gardens of St Andrews Church Holborn (5, St. Andrew Street, London EC4A 3AF). The guide will be holding a yellow Devour Tours sign. Entrance through the Holborn Viaduct or St Andrew St gates.