Richard leads the group with knowledge and charisma. Would definitely recommend to others.





Now using a radio transmitter and receiver so you won’t miss any of this amazing story. Numbers are strictly limited so you will not be following 35 or 40 people. We start the adventure at Whitechapel Station because that's where Jack the Ripper started. With the help of the FBI Special Agent John Douglas's 1988 profile of Jack the Ripper and Scotland Yard's 2008 geographical profile you will explore the Jack the Ripper mystery from his first unsolved murder in Buck's Row to his last in Dorset Street. You will discover the victims' story. Who they were. Why they were targeted. How they were killed so swiftly and silently. It's a truly fascinating story that goes beyond the cliche of the toff in his top hat and opera cape seeking his next victim among the raddled fourpenny whores of Whitechapel. Blanketed by fog, London was 'The Big Smoke' home to a silent and invisible serial killer we call Jack the Ripper. Join me.
In demand: 8 of the next 14 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
We start in Whitechapel Road opposite the London Hospital where Emma Elizabeth Smith the first victim of the Whitechapel Murders died after she was brutally attacked on April 3rd 1888.
We will visit Buck's Row, Whitechapel for a crime scene investigation of when, where and how Jack the Ripper committed his first murder. And learn about Polly Nichols and just how she became Jack the Ripper's first victim. And right here discover our first suspect.
Brick Lane is of course the curry capital of Great Britain but this is also the eastern boundary of where all five victims lived at the the time of the murders. Thrawl Street which ran from Brick Lane to Commercial Street where Polly Nichols stayed at Wilmott's Lodging House. And Flower and Dean Street where the third and fourth victims lived and also where Scotland Yard believe Jack the Ripper was living. And a stone's throw from Brick Lane is where Annie Chapman, the second victim, was found murdered. More CSI and a second suspect who fits both a Scotland Yard geographical profile and also a profile created by the FBI.
The magnificent example of Nicholas Hawksmoor's work. Christchurch Spitalfields which stands right opposite the famous, or should that be infamous, Ten Bells Pub. A pub that gets its name from the church that stands across the road from it. A pub that the victims drank in.
Where the American writer, Jack London, witnessed some of the appalling examples of abject poverty common in Victorian London. Old Spitalfields Market a centre of the community for centuries.
This is where the worst street in London stood. And where the second victim, Annie Chapman was living up to the night she was murdered. It's also where Mary Kelly lived and was murdered. She was a very different kind of victim and she brings with her a third convincing suspect.
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London - Jack the Ripper Small Group Tour lasts about 2h 15min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $40 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 PM.
It can: 8 of the next 14 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Pass through the ticket barriers and walk straight ahead and look slightly to the left and you will see me standing in Whitechapel Road facing facing you. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 225 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Richard Walker.
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Richard leads the group with knowledge and charisma. Would definitely recommend to others.
Richard, is a very formative tour guide, that didn’t miss a beat in telling the mystery of Jack the Ripper 👏🏻👏🏻
We loved our Jack the Ripper tour with Richard. He's a true storyteller. He doesn't sensationalise the facts for the sake of a tour. He's researched more thoroughly than your average tour guide and helps you look deeper into understanding what actually happened, particularly by telling the truth about the women who were murdered and gifted at explaining.
I work in true crime in the US and thought I knew a lot about the case of Jack the Ripper, but I learned so much more information on this tour! It was creepy and fascinating to see the actual locations where the crimes occurred. Richard took us a different route than most other tour groups were on, so we beat the crowds and actually ended up seeing more than we would going the typical routes that the larger tours took. The smaller group setting allowed us to ask more questions and interact with Richard during the tour. His knowledge about each victim and location was impressive and he presented his theories along with some of the other popular theories about what really happened. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and I'm excited to recommend it to others traveling through London who also enjoy true crime!
Richard's walk is well thought out, informative, and fun. He thinks through the little logistical things (like ear pieces for everyone so that he can talk while you walk instead of just at the stops or giving time to enjoy areas that evoke the same vibe as murder sites that are no longer accessible) while delivering a lot of information in an easily understandable talk. We enjoyed it so much we went home and picked up his book for even more Richard!
Thank you for posting that excellent review. I'm delighted that you enjoyed the tour. Very best wishes Richard
Richard does a great job. He's friendly and very knowledgeable. Good instructions sent on meeting place and time. The tour went very smoothly with the only exception being the blue tooth devices occasionally had interference but he made sure to repeat anything missed. Group size of 15 was good. Great details, lots of information and we ended up with plenty to think about and discuss. I'm glad we went with him.
An excellent review. I am so pleased that you enjoyed the tour. Many thanks and very best wishes Richard
Excellent, highly knowledgeable guide who clearly loves what he is doing and fascinated by the subject matter. We had a group of 6 ranging in age from 16 - 78 and the tour was enjoyed by all. Be aware this tour lasts just over 2 hours and involves a small amount of walking with often prolonged standing in one location as he discusses the events that took place at that particular spot. Come prepared for weather and the understanding of conditions with the tour.
Thank for posting that excellent review. I'm delighted that you all enjoyed the tour. Very best wishes Richard
My husband and I went on Richard's Jack the Ripper Tour and found it very interesting. Richard was a wonderful guide and gave a new insight into the history, victims and possible suspects. It was fascinating to see some of the actual locations where these horrific murders took place (although some buildings are no longer there).
Thank you so much for posting your excellent review. I am delighted that you both enjoyed the tour. Very best wishes Richard
We'd been on a Jack the Ripper tour more than 20 years ago and enjoyed it very much and had forgotten most of the details so decided we'd do it again. We shouldn't have chosen this tour. The presentation was extremely confusing, who the suspects were, the people who'd written books about it over the years, etc. We walked through a very busy area. The guide stood for several minutes and spoke at the start of the tour and even with the headsets it was very hard to hear him. Then he finished in a similar, very busy area that made for a very poor situation as far as being able to hear him. Boring, confusing, we "endured" it for 2 hrs. Definitely didn't enjoy it. As we left we chatted with another couple on the tour, they felt the same. The next day we were on a different tour and a family told us about their wonderful "Jack" tour. Same night, different guide, different company. So, we're writing this because your vacation time and money are valuable and we want people to have the information to help them make a better choice than we did.
Dear William I apologise for the delay I have just checked into my Viator account. I am so sorry that you and Donna didn't enjoy the tour. Fortunately the four other reviews that I must reply to gave it 5 stars which is what reviews have consistently been. However we are, fortunately, all different. Very best wishes Richard
The Tour was so well organised and the History of each location given was perfect. The length of the Tour was just right given. The admission fee was perfect, you can’t argue with that price. If you haven’t already been on this, I would certainly recommend it.
Thank you for your excellent review! I am so glad that you enjoyed the tour. Very best wishes Richard
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
London - Jack the Ripper Small Group Tour | 2h 15min | 4.9 (225) | $40 | |
The Ultimate Jack the Ripper Tour (Private Group Booking) | 2 hours | 5.0 (308) | $357 | View |
Ultimate Jack the Ripper : Guided Tour of London | 2 hours | 4.8 (1,804) | $30 | View |
Jack the Ripper Tour: Murder, Mystery, & the Women of Whitechapel | 2 hours | 5.0 (46) | $27 | View |
Jack the Ripper: Night Murder Mystery Walking Tour in London | 2h 30min | 4.9 (320) | $33 | View |
Interactive Jack the Ripper Night Walk: London's Murder Mystery | 2h 30min | 4.9 (299) | $22 | View |
Private London Jack The Ripper Detective Tour | 2 hours | 4.8 (11) | $286 | View |