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London Rock Music Heritage Soho and North London Tour
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London Rock Music Heritage Soho and North London Tour

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Overview

Hit the bohemian neighborhoods of London's Soho, Camden Town and St John's Wood. Delve into the city's rock 'n' roll past. Journey through the musical heritage of the capital, from jazz and blues roots, through 60s classic rock and pop, 70s punk and prog, 80s New Wave and New Romantics, 90s Brit Pop, to today. Our very own London Mix Tape!

Artists include the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Bowie, Elton John, Led Zep, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Amy Winehouse, Madness, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, The Clash, Lady Gaga, Harry Styles and more.

This is a panoramic tour - seeing places from the vehicle with commentary from your specialist rock tour guide - with photo stops as possible and the possibility of a short walking section. And YES you get to walk across the Abbey Road street crossing, the most famous London rock photo op!

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Professional local guide

Transport by air-conditioned coach

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop off

Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Duke of York Column Monument, Junction of Waterloo Place and Carlton House Terrace. Directions from Piccadilly Circus tube station: Use Regent Street St James’s exit, stay straight until the road ends in front of Duke of York column monument. Wait by the base of the monument for your rock guide.

End point

The tour will finish near Piccadilly Circus for easy access to the shops, theatres, restaurants, and tube lines.

What to expect

  1. Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

    History of the music clubs from 50s through today

  2. Roundhouse

    5 min

    Learnt he history of this amazing venue!

  3. Wardour Street

    15 min

    Take a short stroll in your favourites’ footsteps through the narrow, winding streets of what is London’s entertainment district Soho.

  4. Soho Square

    5 min

    Places for Beatles, Bowie, 60s folk and more

  5. Denmark Street

    5 min

    'Tin Pan Alley' has such an amazing music heritage! Stones, Kinks, Bowie, Elton John, Sex Pistols, Jimi Hendrix and more

  6. Camden Market

    15 min

    Camden is a music playground. Amy Winehouse but also this was the stomping ground for hippie London, The Clash, then Madness and U2 in the 80s, Oasis and their Brit Pop rivalries in the 90s. The list of bands playing Camden venues is long and illustrious

  7. Abbey Road Studios

    10 min

    Of course your tour includes time at the famed crossing!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about London Rock Music Heritage Soho and North London Tour

Can I cancel London Rock Music Heritage Soho and North London Tour for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 3 hours 30 min.

Where does it start?

Duke of York Column Monument, Junction of Waterloo Place and Carlton House Terrace.

What's included?

  • Professional local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach

What's not included?

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Which places does it visit?

It visits Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, Roundhouse, Wardour Street, Soho Square, Denmark Street, Camden Market, Abbey Road Studios.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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