Misfits of Covent Garden
Misfits of Covent Garden
- Walking Tour
- 1.5 Hours
- Wheelchair Accessible
This is one of our partner-run experiences, so you’ll book directly with Rebel Tours.
About the tour:
Covent Garden is much more than posh shopping boutiques and fancy restaurants… in fact, it’s home to some of the craziest and most colourful characters in London’s history. Wander through the centuries with us to discover how this area evolved from Westminster Abbey’s vegetable garden and became a hustling and bustling market, a theatre district, a centre of vice and deprivation, and even a slum that would inspire none other than Charles Dickens. Join us to discover Central London’s most fascinating district, by meeting its inhabitants: the misfits of Covent Garden!
Highlights:
- See where some of London's first drag performances took place
- Learn about the violence embedded in some of the area's popular street performances
- Hear the stories of the first Black Shakespearean actors
- Spot the coffee houses where both reputable and not-so-reputable business took place over the centuries
- Go to the epicentre of the Gin Craze of the 18th century... and more!
We partner with Rebel Tours
This tour is operated by female-founded Rebel Tours, a lovely bunch of professional tour guides, historians, and rebels. After working many years in the tourism industry, they grew tired of the same old way of doing things, so they came together to create a different way of experiencing London; one that would allow them to share the stories they really love and create an engaging, interactive environment where you’re not just a passive tourist, but an active part of the group.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour is technically wheelchair accessible but the terrain has proven to be slightly challenging.
A booking confirmation, comfy shoes and something to protect you from the English weather.
Yes, bring ID that proves your age or status.
This tour is aimed at adults, 18+. We have allowed younger guests at the discretion of their parents but keep in mind there are references to prostitution and violence.
This tour ends in Seven Dials.
This means that we have partnered with a small business, like Rebel Tours, to promote a local business and to offer you some unique experiences. This means you’ll book directly with them and we will get a small commission.
If you have any issues please reach out directly to them via your booking confirmation email.
Cancellation Policy
MODERATE: No refund, but date changes are possible up until 48 hours in advance of start
time of the tour or experience, pending availability.
£17
Where does it start?
Meet your rebel guide at Covent Garden underground station, next to the Sunglassses Hut. This tour ends in Seven Dials.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible - other impairments welcome or contact us with questions
18+
Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. This tour contains some references to sex, alcohol, and prostitution.
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