Quirky Walks And Tours In London

It's easy to get to see the big sights of a city, but to really get to know a place you have to spend some time down its side alleys. Get away from the tourist traps and discover some local landmarks with one of these cool and quirky London tours. From the best beers in Bermondsey to movie-scene spots and the sordid secrets of the city's ghoulish and ghastly history, read our recommendations for the best quirky walks and tours in London.

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Last updated on 28th November 2024




Rock Cab Tours

@ Various Venues, London on Various dates from Wednesday 25th December 2024

Calling all music lovers: this rock n roll tour is just for you. With over two decades in the music industry, Stephen Channell invites you for a black cab tour of some of London's most iconic musical landmarks; from Jimi Hendrix's flat to the location where Bowie shot his iconic Ziggy Stardust cover.

Silent Disco Walking Tours #silenttours

Ready to groove? From West End Musicals to Drag, Silent Disco Walking Tours has got all the themed-events you could want. Sing, dance and celebrate to your heart's content at The West End Musical Tour or unleash your inner diva on the Drag Queen Disco Diva Tour featuring hits from Spice Girls, Madonna, Kylie, Lady Gaga, and more.

Ale Hunters

Ale Hunters is a unique walking tour and beer experience taking place across London's best pubs, craft breweries and taprooms. Get the low-down on the creation process while picking up expert knowledge and maybe even sampling a few sips along the way. 

BucketRace Scavenger Hunts

From an Easter-themed hunt to a summer special and the winter wind down, the Bucket Race is bringing you a fun group activity come rain or shine. With teams of up to 4 competing to complete various tasks around London, this is one if you're looking for something a bit different.

London Tours

Hop on board and let London dazzle you. For just £17, you can join a unique London Tours experience that turns sightseeing into an adventure.

Whether you're into comedy-horror ghost stories or twinkling holiday lights, these themed tours promise a memorable journey through the city's iconic spots. And you'll be doing it all aboard a beautifully restored 1960s Routemaster - talk about a classic.

StreetHunt Games

Can you crack the case? StreetHunt Games is putting your mystery solving skills to the test, with their quirky outdoor activity that combines a scavenger hunt with amateur sleuthing. Better yet, this self-guided experience is fully flexible and lets you see some of the most interesting streets in London.

See Your City

Eyes this way, Potter fans! Fancy getting up close and personal with some actual, real-life Harry Potter filming locations? What about being sorted into a Hogwarts house and using your superior spell knowledge to outwit other houses? Well this quirky London tour will be bringing you all that a then some. You can leave your Firebolt at home as this tour takes you on foot from the entrance to Diagon Alley, past the Leaky Cauldron and all the way to Platform 9 3/4. There's other tours if you're not into Harry Potter!

Bustronome

Looking for a quirky way to get around the city? Check out Bustronome, where you'll be treated to amazing views atop a double decker; all while tucking into a mouthwatering menu with specially paired wines. You've never seen this before.

Best Tours

Best Tours have been around for over 15 years, with expert guides teaching you all about a range of topics as you stroll around the city. They host these walks every day of the week, with themes ranging from Harry potter to The Beatles to ghost tours of Mayfair. You can even catch the Changing of the Guard too, with these tours coming in at just £25 per person.

Herstorical Tours

Centred around female stories told through an immersive, live-actor led walking tours through London, Herstorical Tours is worth a look for something a little different. Most notably, Harlots, Strumpets and Tarts, Oh My! sees you following The Baroness while hearing about the sordid and sultry tales of Georgian sex workers. 

An X-Rated Tour Of London

When it comes to all things cheeky in the city, we're on the pulse. From secret kinky spots to historic tales like you've never heard before, we've come up with our very own x-rated tour of London, one sexy detail at a time.