Soho's Music History Walking Tour: Discover Landmarks and Stories from the London Music Scene
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Greater London
Join our Soho Music History Walking Tour and discover the iconic landmarks and fascinating stories from the London music scene. From the Rolling Stones to the Beatles, immerse yourself in the rich musical history of this vibrant neighborhood.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Soho - Prepare to be astounded by the sheer amount of musical genius packed into a single renowned lane! Icons like The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, Elton John… and the list is extensive. Next, we’ll visit the spot where Brian Epstein famously introduced Jimi Hendrix in 1967! Then, we’ll head to Soho Square to glimpse the corporate base of Paul McCartney. Discover the venue where Prince held two clandestine concerts and the residence of a youthful Mozart. The genesis of British Rock ‘n’ Roll can be traced back to this coffee shop, situated just a stone’s throw from what is arguably London’s most celebrated music venue, graced by virtually every prominent musician! Relish the location where John Lennon engaged in a well-known comedic act. Position yourself where the iconic Oasis album cover was captured, and then proceed to the studio where David Bowie crafted Ziggy and where the Beatles produced Hey Jude! Our journey concludes in a charming, ancient English tavern, frequented by numerous celebrities, where I’ll share anecdotes from my personal experiences in the music industry!
What's Included
  • Local guide
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

My journey in the music industry spans from running my own record label, being a signed musician, to steering a rock band’s career. I have an abundance of narratives that I am thrilled to share with you!

What You Can Look Forward To

Prepare to be amazed by the amount of musical genius that one little famous street could house! Think of artists such as The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Elton John, and Jimi Hendrix, among others.

Next, we will make a stop at a venue that Brian Epstein, notorious for managing the Beatles, acquired and hosted the unforgettable Jimi Hendrix in 1967!

We will then visit Paul McCartneys’ business premises followed by a tour of the infamous Ronnie Scotts Jazz club.

The birthplace of British RocknRoll was actually a coffee bar which we will visit. From there we will proceed to the renowned Marquee, a platform for numerous legendary performances.

Our journey will also take us to the place where the Beatles made their debut on Apple records!

Our adventure will conclude in a stunning, time-honored English bar, a place that has welcomed numerous illustrious personalities over time. While there, I will regale you with tales from my personal experience in the music world!

  • Wheelchair access is possible however, some bits of the tour include narrow pavements and sometimes the area can be crowded.
Location
268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd
Tottenham Court Road
Outside the Dominion Theatre at Tottenham Court Road Underground station
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sheri_c
Jun 2, 2024
Great walking tour! - My tour was a small group on a thursday morning. Evren was our guide and he took alot of time in explaining the history and landmarks of interest! Thank you for a great tour! Would definitely recommend!
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Jim_g
May 12, 2024
Great music still loved - Music and history on tour, good guide, lots of memories of great music and the vibrancy of its time.
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Paige_e
May 6, 2024
Excellent! - We had a wonderful tour. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we had a great experience.
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Julie_a
Apr 29, 2024
Fun Morning Soho Music History - What a fun morning on this walking tour in Soho. Seeing where all the musical giants started their careers and hearing about some of the fun stories of their past made for a great experience. Would recommend this to anyone who likes music history.
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Diana_c
Apr 21, 2024
Highly recommended tour - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about the topic! We learned so many fun facts about The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, the Beatles, and many more including Mozart! Highly recommend the tour for a nice walk around SoHo and lots of history about music
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Anthony_h
Apr 20, 2024
Do it!! Great relaxing fun tour! - Awesome experience! My wife and I love music and really enjoyed our time on the tour. Meeting point was very easy to find and this was truly a favorite of our trip! It was a great way to start the morning off and was a very relaxing tour. Highly recommend to get your overview of Rock N Roll in London!
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Julie_k
Mar 18, 2024
Informative and interesting friendly guide - I really enjoyed Denmark Street and the secret garden and the history of Saville Theatre and the Soho pubs
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Aliciady5164nb
Feb 24, 2024
Music lovers must do tour - We had a great time on this tour, Evren is a great host, all the stories and his knowledge of the music scene make this tour a must!
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Jimmy
Feb 5, 2024
Memorial magical music tour - Absolutely fantastic from the get-go... Al really made the whole experience, to be honest... his passion and stories are still with me now...
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Shannon_c
Feb 4, 2024
Great guide with so much knowledge - Evren was our tour guide and he was lovely, he told us so much we didn’t know and gave a real insight into the music world, I would definitely recommend this tour if you are a fan of older singers/musicians such as David Bowie, The Beatles etc. couldn’t fault anything.
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