London Soho Free Tour

Want to get an in depth tour of one of London’s most diverse, cultural, culinary, colourful, musical, historical, theatrical and central neighbourhoods? Then buckle up and join us on this tour to discover Soho, Seven Dials and Covent Garden. On this 2/2.5-hour free walking tour you'll get to explore and experience London as a local while adding plenty of new destinations to your list!
 

Your tips-based London Soho Free Tour starts in front of the London Palladium Theatre just around the corner from Oxford Circus and finishes inside Covent Garden. We never cancel; tours run rain, hail or shine.
 

History of “Soho”

Throughout the tour you’ll get a glimpse into Soho from its humorous origins in 1534, the establishment of the Liberty department store, the beginning of epidemiology and the diverse immigrations into Soho. You’ll also hear about “Swinging London” AKA Carnaby street, with its rich history of independent fashion and musical revolutionaries including the Beatles, the Rolling Stones among others, and walk past one of the biggest recording studios of the 60/70’s.
 

Modern Soho

Putting history aside, you’ll also get to know Soho for all it has to offer today. From the delicious restaurants and food centres in Kingly Court and Seven Dials Market, to the fashion centres in Carnaby, Seven Dials and Covent Garden, past the famous live music venues Ain’t Nothin But and Ronnie Scotts and of course the nightlife staples and much more! There will be endless new places to explore, point out and add to your list!

Tips-based Free Tour concept

The tips-based model of the Free Tour allows guests to support and reward only the highest quality tours, and to ensure that the tour fits within their expectations, and within their budget.

Location

Hear about the origins of “Soho”, The London Palladium, Liberty, The father of Epidemiology and immigration into Soho.
Walk past “Swinging London” AKA Carnaby street and learn about its history and current life, including its food centre Kingly Court.
Visit internationally renowned Jazz club “Ronnie Scotts” as well as the the theatrical centre of London - the West End, including the new Harry Potter production.
Walk past the local centre of the LGBTQI+ life, including its renowned nightlife.
Explore the fashion centre and food hall in Seven Dials
Finish in Covent Garden.

...and more!