Top London Wine, Beer & Spirits

Experience London’s traditional drinking scene on this afternoon pub crawl. Accompany your guide on a fun and educational tour in and around the city, where you’ll visit at least four historic pubs and taste different brews (own expense). Pop into centuries-old ale houses, see literary haunts favored by writers like Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture through the ages.

Explore London’s Soho and Fitzrovia neighborhoods with a guide and visit pubs whose past patrons include the likes of Dylan Thomas, Charles Dickens, George Orwell and Virginia Woolf. Kick off the 2.5-hour tour with a traditional British pub quiz, and the set off in search of the old pubs that have inspired generations of creatives. Visit, too, places connected with modern-day artists, musicians and writers such as Paul McCartney and Damien Hirst.

Discover the historical pubs of London on a private walking tour along the infamous ‘street of shame.’ Your guide tailors the stops to your group, choosing from about 30 pubs and gin distilleries along the route. Stop for a drink at four or five famous pubs and get recommendations from your guide for drinks. Finish near Covent Garden where you can dine in a haunted centuries-old pub.

Experience London’s vibrant nightlife and rich history on a pub tour of the West End. With a guide, head to traditional pubs and sample locally brewed beer in each one. Stroll through districts like Soho and Seven Dials, see iconic monuments like Nelson’s Column at Trafalgar Square, and pass through the alleys of Covent Garden. Gain fascinating insight into the history of beer and public houses in England, and enjoy an intimate atmosphere, limited to 15 people.

Enjoy a wild night of partying in one of the world’s most vibrant cities on this West End pub crawl in London. Follow your guide to different venues throughout central London and enjoy free shots along the way. Drink and dance with old friends and new, with entertainment including dance-offs, limbo competitions, and glow-paint makeovers. Party in cool and quirky bars then hit the West End’s most buzzing venues. Meet like-minded party-lovers and experience the best that London’s pubs and clubs have to offer.

Capture England’s quintessential pub culture on a half-day historic pub tour, ideal for lovers of history and beer. In a small group limited to 15, you’ll visit six historic pubs—all of which date back to the Great Fire of London in 1666—in areas such as Farringdon, Clerkenwell, and the East End. In each venue, you’ll learn about the location’s history and enjoy a small beer or soft drink.

After a full day of exploring London, a classic way to relax is to indulge in the UK’s delicious comfort food. This tour shows off London’s best attractions and ends with a visit to an authentic English pub for a tasting menu of meals like fish and chips, scotched eggs, and pie and mash. The tour is perfect for anyone who wants to sample several iconic British meals in one sitting.

Explore one of London’s most lively and characterful areas—and immerse yourself in the city’s thriving craft beer scene—on this walking tour of Shoreditch. Over the course of several hours, you’ll visit a number of bustling pubs, breweries, and other watering holes, and will learn all about how beer is made. You’ll also have the chance to try numerous different brews. As you go, your guide will share stories about the neighborhood and its history.

Take to the Thames for a sparkling river dinner sailing past London’s waterfront sights. Settle at your table to savor a delectable dinner and admire floodlit city sights such as Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and Big Ben as you eat and relax, and enjoy enchanting live entertainment.

Tick off two of London’s most-celebrated culinary institutions on a tour of Borough Market and the Beefeater gin distillery. Designed with food and gin lovers in mind, this tour gives you the chance to sample British snacks you may never have heard of before and comes with the insider knowledge of a guide, who can provide tailored food recommendation to last your entire vacation.

Enjoy a delicious meal and be serenaded by live jazz on this relaxing Sunday lunch cruise on the Thames River in London. Step aboard a comfortable sightseeing cruise boat as you sail by top London sights such as Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge and many other iconic landmarks. As you cruise, sit down to a delicious 3-course lunch and kick back to sparkling jazz classics including easy listening, Dixieland and trad jazz numbers played by a band of acclaimed musicians.

Visiting Shoreditch can be overwhelming with so many eateries to choose from. Save hours looking through reviews and researching the best places to eat, by going on a tried-and-tested tour to some of the best food spots. Your guide will take you to diverse eateries, ensuring you experience Shoreditch’s full spectrum of food options—from bagels to fish and chips, to unique street food from the market, truffles, and an English dessert. You’ll also try ale, beer, or cider (or a soft drink).

In London, you never know where you'll trip across a bit of history. Why not in a pub? This walking tour of London's historic pubs tells the tales of the important figures of the city and where they passed their free time. You'll see where Queen Elizabeth I used to dance, where Charles Dickens used to drink his mead, and see London's last Victorian gin palace. Purchase drinks at each place to taste their wares and listen to guided commentary on the special places' facts and figures.

The pub is a part of British culture, and each of these high street establishments have their own unique charm. Explore a few classic pubs on this guided London tour, with stops at charming spots in colorful Soho. You can follow along with your group as you weave through alleys and side streets, sip traditional ales and craft beers, and learn a bit about Soho's storied history along the way.

Lose yourself in the crime-busting, mystery-solving world of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson on this private walking tour of London. Visit the home of the legendary detective at 221B Baker Street; see fiction brought to life in the Sherlock Holmes Museum and shop for Sherlock souvenirs at the official Sherlock Holmes Store. Then, follow the trail of BBC TV series Sherlock as you visit memorable filming locations in Russell Square and Whitehall; see the site of Sherlock's fake death and hear stories about Sherlock actors Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.

The guide of the tour is a wine professional with expert knowledge of the wines of the world. The guides are WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) highest level Diploma holders. WSET Diploma holders are highly respected in the wine and spirits trade.

East London is renowned for its lively markets, delicious street food, and huge variety of cafés and restaurants. On this tour, get the inside scoop on the district’s ever-changing foodie scene, visit famous destinations like Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane, and try everything from fried chicken to sweet donuts along the way.

Learn about Sipsmith's gin distilling methods and history on this small-group tour in London. With a guide in the lead, you and your small group of just 15 people or fewer will be led through the craft distilling process, accompanied by a gin-based cocktail and several tastings. The small group size makes for an intimate atmosphere and plenty of chances to ask questions.

Brick Lane is known as London’s ‘Curry Mile’ for its fantastic Indian cuisine, but the East London hotspot has plenty more to offer foodies. This walking tour will give you a local’s view of the best places to eat around Brick Lane, as you tuck into an array of delicious foods from fragrant curries and classic fish and chips, to fresh bagels and artisan chocolates.

Get the inside scoop on London's nightlife during a bar crawl that's ideal for solo travelers looking to meet like-minded people and for anyone looing to have a good time. As well as discovering go-to drinking dens that you may otherwise have missed, you’ll enjoy several free shots, reduced drinks, and fast-track entry to select venues. Plus, a photographer is on hand to capture the night on camera so that you don’t have to.

Thanks to growing conditions similar to those in northern France, southern England’s burgeoning wine scene has never been more promising or accomplished—and this private tour makes it easy to sample and discover more. After pickup from a location of your choosing, you’ll travel in a comfortable minibus to at least three of Kent’s top wineries, where you’ll tour the vineyards and cellars and do plenty of tasting. The tour also includes a pub or picnic lunch, per your preference.

Experience London beneath the atmospheric cloak of evening on a sunset bicycle tour with a knowledgeable guide. Discover all of the English capital’s iconic landmarks as you cycle at a leisurely pace past Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament. Marvel at the illuminated majesty of Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Gain fascinating insight into the city’s intriguing historical heritage and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

3hr Covent Garden pub & tavern walking tour. Ideal for lovers of beer, wine, spirits and London pub culture. Visit five of Covent Garden’s most interesting and historic pubs. Be regaled with tales of the well-known characters who frequented these Covent Garden venues. Benefit from a more personal atmosphere with a small-group tour. Receive a more intimate view of the area by exploring on foot.

Discover the history around the most iconic London British pubs, making stops in 4 of the city's most historic pubs. Visiting a few of Londons finest alehouses follows in the footsteps of legendary city chroniclers, such as Charles Dickens. This 2 mile walk through some of London’s ancient streets, departing from London Bridge in historic Southwark, and enjoying fine views, with its quirky history, and a drink or two along the way. With visits to pubs that date back as far as 1549. With small groups to add that more personal feel to the trip, finishing the tour around Covent Garden.