Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales
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 fascinating stories just waiting to be told.
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London Historical Pub Tour: Traditional British Food & Ales
What's included in Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales
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Ye Olde Mitre
Meet your guide and head to Ye Olde Mitre—one of London's oldest and most beloved pubs. Built in 1546, this charming pub is a favourite among locals and tourists. With its traditional Tudor-style exterior, Ye Olde Mitre is brimming with history and charm. Step inside and you're met with an old-fashioned atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve taken a step back in time—perfect for enjoying a pork pie and ale, as you’ll do for our first food tasting.
Next, it's a short walk to The Old Bell Tavern, which is a tribute to the London of days gone by. Located near the bustling streets of Covent Garden, it offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of London's streets. Here you’ll enjoy another classic pub pairing of a sausage roll with cider.
Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese is a pub like no other. Walk through the doors and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time, with the historic atmosphere of this 15th century inn. It has been frequented by many household names throughout its long life, including Mark Twain, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Charles Dickens, and Alfred Lord Tennyson. On the menu here: devilled whitebait paired with stout.
Inclusions
- Small group of 12 guests maximum
- Local English-speaking guide
- 4 food tastings and 4 drinks
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Tour will cover a lunch
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
- This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Gluten Free or Dairy Free
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians. Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at 5, St. Andrew Street, London EC4A 3AF / The Gardens of St Andrews Church Holborn. Entrance via the gates on Holborn Viaduct (side of the church) or St Andrew’s St.
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• Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. • Sensible shoes for walking over uneven surfaces make the tour more enjoyable. • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients. • The Tour will cover a lunch • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information. • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.