Free tour

Free London Music Walking Tour

5.00

Excellent (10 ratings)

London

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: See The Sights Tours

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See The Sights Tours is a small family business where every tour is led by a passionate local tour guide with each tour being carefully designed to give you a real insight into the history, culture and people behind the world's most iconic city.

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover London’s rich musical history with our London Music Tour, a free walking tour that is a must for any fan of British music. This London music tour takes you through iconic musical locations where legendary artists were discovered and created some of the greatest hits of all time.

Your London music tour begins at Tin Pan Alley, the birthplace of British rock and roll, where countless music artists got their start.

You’ll visit the spot where Elton John wrote timeless classics like "Rocketman" and "Your Song," and see the studio where Tom Jones recorded his hit single "It's Not Unusual”. Plus you’ll discover what remains of La Giaconda, the former cafe where many music stars would collaborate on their way to stardom.

As you continue through London’s famous Soho district, your London music tour will also include the venue where a young Adele performed her first-ever show, showcasing the talent that would soon take the world by storm.

Along the way you’ll also visit the iconic location where David Bowie posed for his famous album cover for The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust along with where Oasis produced their album for (What's the Story) Morning Glory?.

Your London music tour also includes Trident Studios, where Freddie Mercury and Queen recorded their first three albums, shaping their legendary sound, along with the famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, where Jimi Hendrix gave his final performance.

Your knowledgeable London music tour guide will also show you the unique venue where the Rolling Stones held their first rehearsal, setting the stage for their global stardom and the location on London’s iconic Savile Row where The Beatles’ final live rooftop performance led to a historic moment in music history.

PLUS! At the end of the tour receive an exclusive FREE digital London Travel Guide full of discounts, things to do, local tips and more!

IMPORTANT – Maximum 8 guests per booking including children. Bookings of 9 or more will be cancelled (including multiple bookings).

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

191 Drury Ln, London WC2B 5QD, UK

The tour starts at The White Hart Pub. The address is 191 Drury Lane, Covent Garden. Tottenham Court Road and Holborn Stations are the closest London Underground stations (5 minute walk). On arrival look for your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.

Outside visit

Denmark Street / Tin Pan Alley

Tin Pan Alley, also known as Denmark Street, is a historic hub of British music. Known for its vibrant recording studios and music shops, it launched many careers, including Elton John, who recorded early demos there, and Tom Jones, who crafted hits like It's Not Unusual. Adele also worked on early material here. This iconic street remains a symbol of creativity, shaping the legacy of British popular music legends.

Outside visit

Savile Row

Savile Row is renowned for its bespoke tailoring, holds a special place in music history due to The Beatles. Their Apple Corps headquarters was located at 3 Savile Row, where they famously performed their final live concert on the rooftop in January 1969. This impromptu event, immortalized in the Let It Be documentary, cemented the street’s association with the band and remains an iconic moment in rock history.

Outside visit

Ronnie Scott's

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club is a legendary venue renowned for hosting iconic musicians. Jimi Hendrix gave his last public performance here in 1970, adding to its storied history. Tony Bennett, a jazz great, has also graced its stage, showcasing the club’s global significance. Known for its intimate atmosphere, Ronnie Scott’s remains a cornerstone of London’s music scene, celebrating jazz and legendary performances.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).