The Secrets of Covent Garden: Ghosts, Stories, and Theaters

This is no ordinary tour. It's a historical journey through London's underworld, with tales of haunted theaters and actors who never left the stage.

What we will explore:

Together we will explore many ancient and modern places and stories, I will also take you to know

Covent Garden Market and its popular past
A famous theater, famous among the living and the dead
The subway station inhabited by strange presences…
London's most famous esoteric bookshop
Last step:…choose a Tarot card just for you.

Do you dare to venture where history meets the supernatural? Then this walk is for you, don't miss it.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English and Italian

100% of travelers recommend this Free Tour

Guide: Francesca

PRO

Tours since 2025

I live in London and I love getting lost in its strange legends, forgotten stories, and little bits of magic hiding in plain sight.

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Professionalism

5.00

Fun

4.60

Communication

4.80

Quality

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Route

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5.0

5 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Fun

4.60

Communication

4.80

Quality

5.00

Route

4.80

4 stops

578 m walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Covent GardenMeet us outside the Abuelo café at 22 Southampton Street. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella!Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Theatre Royal Drury LaneBefore the West End, there was Drury Lane. Lords, lovers, riots, and ghosts, all played their part here.

Free entry

Benjamin Pollock's ToyshopA place where theatre fits in a box and imagination takes the lead. Explore the magical world of paper stages, tiny dramas, and Victorian dreams.

Outside visit

Watkins BooksOne of the oldest esoteric bookshops in the world. A labyrinth of magic, mysticism, and hidden knowledge — right in the heart of London.

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.