Free London Music Tour
Discover London’s rich musical history with our London Music Tour, a free walking tour that is a must for any fan of British music. This London music tour takes you through iconic musical locations where legendary artists were discovered and created some of the greatest hits of all time, offering a unique look at the city's vibrant music scene.
Tour Details
📅WHEN: Friday
⏰TIME: 13:30
⏳DURATION: 2 - 2.5 hours
📍START POINT: The White Hart (Covent Garden)
🔊LANGUAGE: English
💰PRICE: Free (tips based)
About Free London Music Tour
Your London music tour begins at Tin Pan Alley, the birthplace of British rock and roll, where countless music artists got their start. You’ll visit the spot where Elton John wrote timeless classics like "Rocketman" and "Your Song," and see the studio where Tom Jones recorded his hit single "It's Not Unusual”. Plus you’ll discover what remains of La Giaconda, the former cafe where many music stars would collaborate on their way to becoming household names.
As you continue through London’s famous Soho district, your London music tour will also include the venue where a young Adele performed her first-ever show, showcasing the talent that would soon take the world by storm. Along the way you’ll also visit the iconic location where David Bowie posed for his famous album cover for The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust along with where Oasis produced their album for (What's the Story) Morning Glory?.
Your London music tour also includes Trident Studios, where Freddie Mercury and Queen recorded their first three albums, shaping their legendary sound, along with the famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, where Jimi Hendrix gave his final performance.
Your knowledgeable London music tour guide will also show you the unique venue where the Rolling Stones held their first rehearsal, setting the stage for their global stardom and the location on London’s iconic Savile Row where The Beatles’ final live rooftop performance led to a historic moment in music history.
Join our London music tour and explore the streets and studios where music history was made. Perfect for rock, pop, and jazz enthusiasts, this London music tour offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of London's legendary music scene.
Start Point
📍The White Hart Pub
191 Drury Lane, Covent Garden
Your London Music Tour will start at The White Hart Pub in Covent Garden.
On arrival at the start point please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
Highlights
⭐ Tin Pan Alley
Your London Music Tour will visit Tin Pan Alley, the historic heart of the UK music scene. Famous for its recording studios and music shops, it played a pivotal role in the rise of British rock and roll. Legendary artists like the Rolling Stones, David Bowie, and Elton John all have connections to this iconic street, which remains a music lover's destination.
⭐ Legendary Music Artists
London is central to the legacy of many of Britain’s legendary music artists. Your London Music Tour will hear stories and visit key sights from the careers of Queen and Freddie Mercury, Tom Jones, The Beatles and many more whose musical lives were shaped by their experience in London’s musical capital of Soho.
⭐ Iconic Music Spots
Your London Music Tour will visit many of London’s most historic and iconic music spots including the legendary venues of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, The Marquee Club and La Giaconda. Plus you’ll find the spots where many global music hits were recorded and where many iconic album covers were shot including David Bowie and Oasis.
Why Choose Our Free London Music Tour?
⭐ Unique Tour
Your London Music Tour is one of London’s most unique tours as it is the only free walking tour of London dedicated to London’s historic music! You won’t find another London walking tour like this one!
⭐ Fun, Knowledgeable, Experienced Tour Guides
Your London music tour will be led by one of our most experienced tour guides. Our brilliant team of guides have a huge and extensive knowledge of London’s musical history and stories. Across our team of guides we’ve led over 10,000 tours of London!
⭐ Award Winning Tours
Our Free Walking Tours of London are award-winning!
We’ve won many awards in the tourism industry and, most recently, at the Annual Awards we were awarded the Number 2 Free Walking Tour Company in the world!
How Do Free Walking Tours of London Work?
⭐ How Do Free Tours of London Work?
Our Free Walking Tours of London are easy and great for travellers of all budgets! At the end of the tour simply tip your guide whatever you think the tour is worth - it really is your choice!
⭐ Can I Tip Using Cash or Card?
At the end of your free walking tour of London, your guide will be grateful to receive tips either by cash or card. All guides will carry with them a portable card reader should it be required.
⭐ How Much Should I Tip?
On our Free Walking Tours of London it really is up to you how much you wish to tip your guide at the end of the tour. Some guests may leave £10 per person and others may leave £20 per person. It’s your choice!
Frequently Asked Questions?
Do I Need To Book? Can I Walk Up?
Booking is essential for all guests wishing to join the tour. Please do not show up without a booking as the tour may be sold out or not running on that date. Booking is easy and can be done here.
I Can’t Book For My Preferred Date?
If you are unable to book this tour for a particular date then it means the tour is either sold out or not running on that date. Please do not show up at the tour start point without booking or contacting us first.
What If It’s Bad Weather?
Our tours run in all weathers! Please wear suitable clothing and shoes. In the unlikely event we need to cancel the tour due to weather we will contact you via the email provided in your booking.
How Much Walking? Wheelchairs? Strollers?
This tour covers approximately 3 miles of walking. Due to uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or prams/buggys/strollers.
Who Will My Tour Guide Be?
We have a fantastic team of experienced tour guides who lead this tour. We cannot guarantee who the guide will be in advance but all of our guides are great storytellers and have plenty of knowledge.
We are a group of 9 or more people?
Please note that we only accept bookings from groups or travelling parties with a maximum of 8 people. If you are a group or travelling party of 9 or more people please book a private tour. Multiple bookings made to circumvent this will be cancelled or turned away.
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