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Viator · group up to 30 pax

Sherlock Holmes Literary and Film Walking Tour

4.7(6)London1 hour
VIATOR4.5(2)TRIPADVISOR4.8(4)

Description

Embark on a thrilling adventure through central London, tracing Sherlock Holmes' footsteps. This immersive tour whips you into Victorian London, where fact and fiction blend. Explore iconic landmarks, literary hotspots, and filming locations. Start in London's heart, weaving to 221B Baker Street via gentlemen's clubs and scientific institutions. Visit the Sherlock Holmes Pub, Nelson's Column, and the Athenaeum Club. Uncover the science behind the sleuth and Victorian class. Catch Sherlock on screen at Leicester Square and Speedy's Café. Concludes at Baker Street Station and 221B Baker Street. Get lost in Sherlock's world and uncover London's secrets.

Tour Options

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London French Sherlock Holmes
London German Sherlock Holmes

Itinerary

30 min

Visit the famous Sherlock Holmes Pub, home to a detailed recreation of 221B. Stand beneath Nelson’s Column and learn how Holmes mastered the art of observation in busy public spaces.

30 min

Explore London’s intellectual heart near the Athenaeum Club and Royal Society of Chemistry, revealing the science behind the sleuth.

30 min

Discover Sherlock Holmes on screen at Leicester Square and Speedy’s Café (BBC Sherlock filming location).

30 min

Finish at Baker Street Station and the iconic 221B Baker Street.

Highlights

Visit to Sherlock Holmes Pub
Guided walking tour
Visit to outside of 221B Baker Street
Visit to filming locations

What's included

Included
Visit to Sherlock Holmes Pub
Guided walking tour
Visit to outside of 221B Baker Street
Visit to filming locations
Not included
One journey on London Underground during tour.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(6)

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Saskia_B
June 19, 2026
Interesting...

Heard interesting stories and visited unexpected places and received information. Very nice tour in our case with 3 participants and 2 leaders😊

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Elvina_L
May 7, 2026
Fantastic guide, learned so much about the history

The tour guide was fantastic. She was knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed the tour and learned a lot about the historic context.

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luccasale
May 1, 2026
Nice and engaging experience

Competent and helpful guide, very clear explanations, interesting visit to some treasures of Victorian London, also great for those who are not fans of Sherlock Holmes

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Happiness42396196534
April 3, 2026
Mystery fun

Learning the history of Sherlock Holmes and places in London was a great way to walk around.

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emillamarieb
April 3, 2026
Fun tour of Sherlock Holmes!!

Great tour with Hannah! Learned so much about Sherlock Holmes!

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37mariax
March 29, 2026
A good overview

Hannah showed us a good overview of Sherlock Holmes’ life he might have lived.

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