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Free Jack the Ripper Tour

Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on January 17, 2023

London with a Local was created in 2018 out of a desire to bring something different to those visiting (or living in) this wonderful, hectic, ever-changing City. We wanted to provide the best quality tours at a price that works for everyone. London is expensive – believe us, we know. Our aim was to provide at least one part of your time here where you feel like you are truly getting your money's worth. London With A Local is made up of a mix of born and bred Londoners, who can give you a picture of how it feels to grow up in the midst of the chaos, and those who decided to become Londoners after visiting as a tourist and falling in love. They combine a knowledge of the secrets that have been passed down through generations, with the hunger and excitement that comes with embracing a new place as your home. Our tours, of course, visit the iconic architectural structures that London the most recognisable city on Earth, but also allow a peak behind the curtain, away from the glitz and glamour of the West End, to give you the opportunity to see the “real” London, far from the tourist trap souvenir shops, to where the true treats and treasures, so often hidden away from tourists, reside. In short, we want everyone who gets the opportunity to join us on a tour, to feel like they are getting to know the essence of this great city. As well as experience in guiding and a knowledge of the history and politics of Britain, our expert guides all come from a performance background. We are actors. We are musicians. We are comedians. We are dancers and directors. Above all, we are storytellers and our aim is not just to reel off a load of dates that will be forgotten in a split second, but to paint you a picture of the people and events that built the foundations that we tread upon.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Retrace the steps of the world's most infamous, unidentified serial killer, as we take you back to the Autumn of Terror 1888. 

In just 3 months, under the cover of darkness, Jack the Ripper brutally murdered 5 innocent Women on the streets of Whitechapel and then vanished, never to appear again. 

Come with us as we ponder some of the most compelling theories as to his identity and motives, hear about the vicious murders he committed and learn the tragic life stories of the poor women he preyed upon.
Along the way, we will visit, the Prostitute's Church, Mitre Square, Frying Pan Alley, Spitalfield's Market & The 10 Bells Pub.

The tour finishes at Spitalfields Market, not far from Liverpool Street Station.


Please note, groups larger than 6 and any educational groups will need to get in touch to arrange a private tour, as they will not be able to join the public tour

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Tower Hill, St Katharine's & Wapping,...
    Tower Hill, St Katharine's & Wapping, London EC3N 4DJ, UK
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    Head to Tower Hill Underground Station, next to the Tram Coffee stop, and look for the guide holding up a bright red umbrella.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Roman Wall of London
  • 2
    Outside visit
    St. Botolph Without Aldgate
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Mitre Square
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Whitechapel
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Spitalfields Market

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Cristhian 17 Apr 2024
Paris

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Steven was simply amazing. I even had to take some minutes at the end of the our to thank him for the experience and the tons of information he knows. He is a walking bibliotheque. Highly highly recommended!!!!!
Joseph 14 Apr 2024

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Awesome tour! Host was funny and knowledgeable and the 2 hours flew by
Andy 13 Apr 2024
Bridgend

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Great guide, really interesting. A great way to spend a Saturday evening
Ireneusz 09 Apr 2024
Warsaw

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
The tour was amazing! At first, I must confess I know diddly about Jack the Ripper story, or should I say now - I did ;) The way Jamie the guide told the story took me over totally. It was very interesting and I just wanted to hear what happened next and more. It was also very polite that he stressed out much respect to the victims, about whom this tour is, in fact. Moreover, Jamie has a good sense of humor. I even think he can do a stand-up comedy as a second job as well :) Great experience and best two hours in London. Just go for it!
Ian 08 Apr 2024
Maastricht

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Excellent guide, witty, professional and knowledgeable.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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