Sherlock Holmes Private Walking Tour of London

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Follow in the footsteps of the world’s first and greatest consulting detective Mr Sherlock Holmes. Visit locations that inspired and appeared in the original stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and learn how Sherlock Holmes became one of the greatest literary figures of all time.

Led by a true Sherlockian super-fan, this tour is not to be missed as our guides are all huge geeks who love the subject of Sherlock Holmes as much as you do. Not only will you get to spend time with people who are as excited about the elementary elements of the Conan Doyle stories, but you will also be able to see some of London’s most amazing landmarks too!

From €190 per group

Tour map

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  1. Meeting point: Westminster Station
  2. New Scotland Yard
  3. 10 Downing Street
  4. Trafalgar Square
  5. Sherlock Holmes Pub
  6. Piccadilly Circus
  7. St Bartholomew's Hospital
  8. Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe
  9. Sherlock Holmes Museum

Tour details

Locations (9)

1. Meeting point: Westminster Station

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure in front of the Westminster Station (outside Caffè Nero), Westminster, London SW1A 2JR

2. New Scotland Yard

On the walk down Victoria Embankment our guide will tell you all about the old (and new) Scotland Yard, which is home to the Metropolitan Police.

3. 10 Downing Street

As we stop at Downing Street you will learn about Sherlock’s links to the British Government and how Sherlock’s brother Mycroft is an important part of the British establishment.

4. Trafalgar Square

Learn about how Trafalgar Square has been used in two very different, but very popular TV adaptations of the classic Sherlock stories.

5. Sherlock Holmes Pub

Learn how this pub got its name and how nearby locations inspired Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

6. Piccadilly Circus

Stand outside The Criterion and learn about how this former London institution celebrates its links to Sherlock Holmes even though it is now a theatre.

7. St Bartholomew's Hospital

Hear how Dr Watson’s alma mater, Bart’s Hospital, was used in both the original stories and the hit BBC TV series Sherlock.

8. Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe

Visit the filming location of the BBC’s Sherlock and have your photograph taken outside of Sherlock’s flat.

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