Charles Dickens Tour: Explore Hidden London Sites

Immerse yourself in the world of Charles Dickens with a private tour of his life and works in old London. Visit the real locations from his famous stories and enjoy free entry to the Charles Dickens Museum.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fleet Street - Known as the hub of the printed press since the 1500s, Fleet Street boasts significant connections to Charles Dickens and settings from his tales.
  • Inner Temple - Discover the area where Dickens served as a junior clerk. The enigmatic Inns of Court here inspired elements in “David Copperfield,” “Great Expectations,” and “Martin…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Indulge in an intimate group tour exploring the locations immortalized by the renowned author, Charles Dickens. This tour offers a glimpse into Dickens’ life, visiting sites that remain much as he would have known them. The guide will vividly illustrate the Hidden Courts, Alleys, and Taverns depicted in novels like Oliver Twist, The Old Curiosity Shop,…

Location
Temple Station
Temple Place
Outside by the base of the the steps
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Julia_a
Feb 3, 2026
Dickens Live in London! - Whether you are a reader or not, this walking tour will introduce you to Dickens and his characters living in Victorian London. Richard is a phenomenal guide brimming with history, steaped in Dickens and grounded in modern day Britain. Lots of iconic pictures and inspiration, to read Dickens as a social advocate and keen observer. Meeting place is very easy to find and the tour ends near Leaderhall which has many great eating establishments. Thank you for this memorable morning.
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Julia_m
Sep 20, 2025
Unforgettable, fantastic tour! - What started as an accidental booking for a private (vs group) tour for my daughter and me turned into a once in a lifetime tour of not just Dickens’s London but when we expressed an interest, Richard enthusiastically added Sherlock Holmes, Benjamin Franklin, and even Shakespeare among other literary writers, characters, and famous people and places. Highly highly recommend! So many places we never would have even noticed! My only regret is that we didn’t book it earlier in our trip to London to add context to the rest of our visit - unforgettable!
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Michael_w
Jul 5, 2025
Fantastic experience.... - Fantastic experience. Richard is very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend to anyone (even non-literary enthusiasts).
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Amy_k
Mar 13, 2025
A Christmas Carol is one... - A Christmas Carol is one of favorites stories, and we re-read it every December. Thanks to Richard, we were able to see the word of Charles Dickens that inspired this classic!
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Jeanette_r
Dec 3, 2024
Charles Dickens Christmas Walk - Absolutely wonderful time with Richard who provided vivid storytelling of the places Charles Dickens spent time as a boy and man as he developed his life and stories.
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Jerrydi1264xg
Apr 25, 2022
Absolutely the BEST Tour Guide - Last September on a visit to London my wife and I arranged a tour of Chartwell and Biggin Airfield with Richard, and we had a wonderful time (see my earlier review for details). So, when we knew we would be in London in April with our daughter and her husband, I contacted Richard about setting up a walking tour of old London for the four of us, as I knew from chatting with him on our previous visit that he was extremely knowledgeable about English literature and London history. As was the case in September, we thoroughly enjoyed a delightful day with the best tour guide we've ever used. Richard guided us on a walk from the Tower of London to Covent Garden, pointing out sites and buildings of importance in London history, as well as historic pubs, movie locations, and many fascinating sites associated with the life and work of Charles Dickens and other favorite authors (e.g., Arthur Conan Doyle). Richard's knowledge of "all things London" is simply incredible. Though all four in our group have made numerous trips to London over the years, every stop we made on our walk was a new experience for us. Richard definitely knows the "hidden gems" of the city, and we all agreed that our six-hour walk was a most memorable and enjoyable learning experience - and definitely among the highlights of all our many travel experiences in England. Our walking tour was well-paced and very well organized. In addition to being knowledgeable and totally prepared, Richard is also extremely personable and engaging. I honestly cannot imagine a better tour guide for a visit to London. If you are looking for an exceptional travel experience, contact Richard!
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Denise_b
Mar 6, 2022
Great Fun - Richard was fun, engaging, knowledgeable and flexible. We enjoyed his company immensely. Very happy with our experience!
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From $93
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).