Suitable for all age groups. Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult.
90 minutes
We delve into the underworld of Music Halls, the introduction of ice cream to the masses and the fortitude of Victorian engineering.
Your professional tour guide will help you master the back alleys, away from the wide shopping street you can easily imagine the characters who lived and worked in the area.
You will explore some of the beautifully maintained Victorian gardens, discover their hidden secrets before venturing through some residential streets, once the homes for artists Samuel Clarkson and William Etty and workplaces for literature giants Rudyard Kipling and Charles Dickens.
Stand where the Thames used to dominate, take in the messy madness of one of the most famous London markets and count the fair maidens on the way.
Accompanied by a professional guide, learn about the history of this area as you snap memorable photos.
David (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"A wonderful walk around Victorian Covent Garden with the excellent guide Hazel. As a Londoner born and bred I'm fascinated by my city and always keen to learn new things and Hazel gave us a great insight into what went on in Victorian times, including the markets, music halls and the introduction of ice cream. Thoroughly recommended."
Michaela (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I absolutely loved the walk and the stories that Hazel told so skilfully. It’s a great way to reconnect with the city even after having lived here for years."
Kevin and Linda (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"We know the area well but were amazed by the interesting history we'd passed by unawares. Our guide, Hazel is very clear to understand, very knowledgeable and above all very enthusiastic making for a thoroughly enjoyable walk."
Meet on the cobblestones outside the Clermont Hotel.
Water tap available on concourse of Charing Cross Station.
Free toilets available downstairs in Charing Cross Station.
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Hello,
Thank you for booking our Private Victorian Covent Garden Tour.
Hazel will be ready to welcome you 10 mins before the main event! You will be able to recognise her as she will be holding a 'London Guided Walks' sign and wearing an orange lanyard.
If you have any problems you can contact the office on 020 4574 9885. We look forward to seeing you soon!
P.S. There's so much we can't fit into our tours, no matter how hard we try. Learn things about London that most Londoners don't even know in our London History podcast. See here: www.londonguidedwalks.co.uk/podcast