London Death and Debauchery Walking Tour
2 h
By walk
About this activity
From the scandalous to the vile, the deepest darkest secrets of Ye Olde London Towne will be revealed. The tour intertwines specific tales of local characters with informative detail of the history of law and punishment, as well as a social history of pleasure and escapism.
- Discover the earliest leper hospital and an enormous plague pit.
- Meet ghosts, body snatchers and criminals that you wouldn't want to face alone in a dark alley.
- Trace the condemned's steps to the gallows
- Stumble in the footprints of the 18th century gentleman of pleasure with the help of a certain sleazy publication!
- Explore Hogarth's infamous Gin Lane.
Meeting outside Dominion Theatre (6pm) near Tottenham Court Road station we will venture through the site of one of London's most notorious slums. Weaving through Covent Garden, we will finish (8pm) at London Fields near Holborne station.
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- Discover the earliest leper hospital and an enormous plague pit.
- Meet ghosts, body snatchers and criminals that you wouldn't want to face alone in a dark alley.
- Trace the condemned's steps to the gallows
- Stumble in the footprints of the 18th century gentleman of pleasure with the help of a certain sleazy publication!
- Explore Hogarth's infamous Gin Lane.
Meeting outside Dominion Theatre (6pm) near Tottenham Court Road station we will venture through the site of one of London's most notorious slums. Weaving through Covent Garden, we will finish (8pm) at London Fields near Holborne station.
Included
- All Insider London Tour Guides are professionally trained, have extensive knowlege and passion for London.
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 18 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
85%
Cultural
75%
Sport
25%
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