Free tour
London: Sherlock Holmes Literary and Film Walking Tour
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Guru: Scandic
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Registered on 26 February 2026
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Follow in the footsteps of the world’s greatest detective on this immersive Sherlock Holmes walking tour through central London!
Step into the fog-filled streets of Victorian London and discover how fact, fiction, science, and storytelling combined to create the legend of Sherlock Holmes. This guided experience blends literary history, iconic landmarks, and modern filming locations, bringing Conan Doyle’s world vividly to life.
Start in the heart of London and end at the legendary 221B Baker Street. Learn how Sherlock Holmes became inseparable from the city itself — from gentlemen’s clubs and scientific institutions to bustling squares and quiet backstreets. 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.Explore London’s intellectual heart near the Athenaeum Club and Royal Society of Chemistry, revealing the science behind the sleuth. Pass elegant landmarks like Fortnum & Mason, highlighting Victorian class and society.Discover Sherlock Holmes on screen at Leicester Square and Speedy’s Café (BBC Sherlock filming location). Finish at Baker Street Station and the iconic 221B Baker Street.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Punto de encuentro
Your guide will be waiting in front of the Thames entrance to Embankment Station with a Scandic Tours sign. Your guide will message you on WhatsApp prior to the tour.
1
Outside visit
Sherlock Holmes Pub
2
Outside visit
Trafalgar Square
3
Outside visit
The Athenaeum Club
How much does this tour cost?
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.
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 30 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 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.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
London: Sherlock Holmes Literary and Film Walking Tour
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