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Secret London Pub Tour

A ramble through characterful historic pubs. Proper pints, cracking stories, and cozy corners you’ll never find alone.

4.9/5 · 4,961+ reviews

“Such a great afternoon! We loved every pub, especially the last. Our guide was so funny and knowledgeable.”

Lewis C. · New York, USA

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A group raising pints outside The Seven Stars pub on a guided London pub walking tour
Guests walking through the vaulted stone undercroft of Lincoln's Inn on a pub tour
Tour group entering a hidden historic London pub through an arched doorway
Guests clinking pints of real ale with a red London bus in the background
A Tally Ho pub tour guide greeting guests outside Temple Underground station
A guide sharing stories outside a traditional London pub with hanging flower baskets
The tour group walking past the medieval Temple Church in the Inns of Court
Guests raising pints beneath a wall covered in vintage beer mats at a London pub
A laughing group walking through a quiet City of London alleyway with their guide

Beer, Pubs + Secret Gems

A great pub tour is not only about the pints. It is the stories, the laughter, and that feeling you are among old friends, even if you met five minutes ago. We slip down cobbled lanes to tucked-away taverns with creaky floors and snug corners. Every stop feels like a new chapter in London’s story. Expect local brews, tall tales, and a host who knows their real ale.

Duration

3 hours

Private group

Your party • Up to 15

Suitable for ages

18+

Times

2:30pm Mon - Sat

Pace

Easy 2 miles

Perfect for

Friends • Couples • Corporate groups

Meeting point

Temple Underground Station

London’s quirkiest boozers

  • Tucked-away historic pubs you'd never find alone
  • Guided ale tasting with three third-pints of real ale
  • Cobbled lanes, creaky floors, and snug corners with centuries of history
  • Stories of London's pub culture from a local guide

What to expect

Included

  • Private guide
  • Guided ale tasting (3 × ⅓-pints)
  • Curated route through hidden lanes
  • Stories and photo stops

Not included

  • Additional drinks after the included tasting tray

Good to know

  • 18+ only
  • Drinks after the tasting are pay-as-you-go
  • Runs rain or shine
  • Finish near Holborn

FIRST SIP

Meet at Temple Station

Say hello to your guide outside Temple and set off together on the trail.

A Tally Ho pub tour guide greeting guests outside Temple Underground station

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE

Discover quirky history

Slip into hidden lanes and hear curious tales that bring London’s past to life.

A guide sharing stories outside a traditional London pub with hanging flower baskets

TASTE TIME

Guided ale tasting

Sample 3 × ⅓-pints and learn what makes British real ale so distinctive.

Guests clinking pints of real ale with a red London bus behind them

HIDDEN LONDON

Inns of Court & courtyards

Wander ancient cloisters and quiet yards that feel a world away from the city bustle.

The tour group walking past the medieval Temple Church in the Inns of Court

PUB LIFE

Brilliant interiors

Step inside characterful boozers filled with creaky floors, brass fittings, and cosy corners.

Guests raising pints beneath a wall covered in vintage beer mats at a London pub

THE VIBE

Camaraderie & cheers

End with laughs, stories, and the sense you’ve uncovered a secret side of London.

A laughing group walking through a quiet City of London alleyway with their guide

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What sets us apart

Labyrinth of old London

Weave a maze of narrow passages, hidden yards, and story-soaked stones.

Photo-worthy gems

Arches, alleys, and timeworn details your camera will adore.

Stories you won’t forget

Templars, Freemasons, judges, actors, and a few lovable rogues.

Secret corners of the city

Cobbled courtyards, quiet closes, and Inns of Court most miss.

Historic boozers

Step into centuries of pub lore, polished brass, and creaky floors.

Guided beer tasting

Start strong with 3 × ⅓-pints and learn how to taste like a local.

“Such a great afternoon! We loved every pub, especially the last. Our guide was so funny and knowledgeable.”
L

Lewis C.

New York, USA

Born in London. Built on stories

Tally Ho began in 2011 with a love of local pubs and a few friends on bicycles. We pedalled from pint to pint, chasing history and atmosphere. Now we go on foot too, ducking down narrow cobbled lanes and into tiny boozers that feel like stepping back in time. Every route is handcrafted, every detail fussed over, and before long you’ll feel like part of the gang.

Meet the team
Meet the core tour team

Rascals, raconteurs, and very good company

Quiet lanes, cracking stories, proper laughs.

James

James

Glorious beard; shaves for panto each winter, returns spring triumphant again.

Katie

Katie

Mary Poppins energy; vintage queen with endless costumes, sells treasures at weekends.

Ed

Ed

Knows more routes than Waze; actor on the rise, you'll say you knew him first.

Tom

Tom

Retired drummer; tours with rock-solid timing, charm, and applause guaranteed.

Meet the whole team
Guest reviews

What our guests say

4.9/5 from 4,950+ reviews on Google, TripAdvisor, Airbnb and more· 63 new in the last month

Guest photo 1 from a Tally Ho review
Google · 9 Aug 2026

“Absolute best way to enjoy London! It’s engaging, informative, and covers more ground than you can on foot. We have 6 and 8-year-old boys who love riding bikes, but haven’t ever been on a four-hour informational tour… Thanks to Edward, they “want to do that again every single day for a whole year!” He told stories in a way our kids could understand and opened up their curiosity for more. The route was a lovely mix of bike paths and roads through neighborhoods we never would’ve wandered otherwise. Couldn’t recommend this enough. Thank you, Edward!

Caroline H.

Google

Guest photo 1 from a Tally Ho review
TripAdvisor · 4 Mar 2026

“Excellent Guide, SUPER interesting yet not a ride for a beginner cyclist! - This one was a little tough to review so I am rating based on the guide - Edward! The cycling turned out to be a little scary and difficult for a beginner cyclist with us (along side cars and people who are walking everywhere!). Edward could not have been better in handling this situation with a variety of different people present and he was so incredibly kind to the beginner cyclist. The sites we saw were outstanding, interesting and Edward was very knowledgeable, funny and thoughtful. Super call out to Edward!! Note to potential cyclists - Our tour was 2 - 6 pm on a weeknight. Around 4:00 people started flooding to the streets so we were not only navigating cars, and other cyclists, now we had people EVERYWHERE, and there are many uber eats/other delivery drivers / E-bikes sharing the biking lanes and they ride very quickly, expect us to move, and the bikes had 1 gear.

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Deannatami

TripAdvisor

Google · 5 Apr 2026

“Our day trip with Dean was honestly one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment he picked us up at our hotel, the whole day felt easy and relaxed and he immediately won over our teenagers with a stash of snacks ready for them. He made both Stonehenge and Windsor Castle so much more interesting than we ever could have experienced on our own. At Stonehenge, he walked us around, explained the history in a way that actually kept everyone engaged (not always easy with teens!), and took tons of great family photos so we didn’t have to worry about it. On the way to Windsor, he stopped at a really great pub by the Thames, which was such a nice, local touch we never would’ve found ourselves. Then at Windsor, he gave us just the right amount of background and guidance so we could explore confidently on our own without feeling rushed. The absolute highlight for our kids though was that he let them try on his real King’s Guard bearskin hat and coat from his service. They’re still talking about it and have told family and friends that the day trip was their favorite experience of our 8 day trip to London/Paris! Dean just went above and beyond all day. Super knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely fun to spend time with. We’d book him again in a heartbeat.

Emily C.

Google

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Maybe. London’s pubs are full of surprises!

The pubs stay open whatever the weather — bring a brolly and keep the adventure going.

Around 3.2 km (2 miles) at a relaxed pace, with plenty of pub stops.

Yes. Bar snacks can be ordered along the way. But there isn't time for a full sit-down meal.

18+. Please bring ID if you look under 25.

Yes. All our pub tours are private, tailored just for your group.

Your tour begins with a tasting tray of 3 × ⅓-pints. After that, drinks are pay-as-you-go, so you can sip as much or as little as you like.

Hidden pubs, tall tales, and the warmest welcome in London.

From £350 per group

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