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Private Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Follow the trail of everyone’s favourite detective as you hunt down filming and literarey locations linked with great detective with your own private guide. A must for Sherlock Holmes fans, this 2 hour, walking tour will take you around London districts from the West End to the City of London. Along the way you'll be able to pose for photos outside memorable locations like the Sherlock Holmes pub and hear fascinating anecdotes about Sherlock actors Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.

What's Included

  • Learn more about Sherlock Holmes with behind the scenes commentary
  • Explore London districts like Westminster, Southwark and the City of London
  • See memorable sites like St Bart’s Hospital, the South Bank and Westminster
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

224 Piccadilly
London W1J 9HP, UK

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End point

Strand
London WC2R 1LA, UK

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Piccadilly Circus

See where we first hear of the great detective in the very restaurant located in this iconic area of London.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. James's

The location of Sir Thomas Rotherham’s house – to which Holmes has been taken in the first movie about Sherlock from Guy Ritchie
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Trafalgar Square

See locations from the BBC Series with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Strand

Visit the Sherlock Holmes pub and litereary locations
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Somerset House

See locations from the Sherlock Holmes movie.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Learn more about Sherlock Holmes with behind the scenes commentary
  • Explore London districts like Westminster, Southwark and the City of London
  • See memorable sites like St Bart’s Hospital, the South Bank and Westminster
  • 2.5-hour tour of Sherlock film locations in London
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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