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.
Last updated on 26th January 2023
@ Blackfriars on Various dates from Tuesday 31st January 2023
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.
@ Temple Underground Station on Various dates from Saturday 4th February 2023
@ Ham Yard Hotel on Sat, 25th Feb 2023 @ 10:30 - 14:30
When it comes to creative tours in the city, Adventures in Art with Willow Kemp is a firm choice. Make your way inside the Ham Yard Hotel, where you'll learn how to successfully collect and hang pieces of work, followed by a delicious three-course lunch or afternoon tea.
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!
@ Various Venues, London on Various dates from Tuesday 31st January 2023
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.