Camden Town Tour
Get ready to dive headfirst into one of London’s most electrifying neighbourhoods.
Over the course of two hours we will wind our way through the colourful chaos of Camden Town, finishing with a breathtaking view from the top of Primrose Hill, where the whole of London stretches out before you.
What to Expect
Our Free Camden Town Tour will lead you on a journey from Camden’s origin as a tiny village outside of London, to the arrival of the railways and canals and the area becoming an industrial powerhouse, and on to its role in shaping British culture in the 20th century. Today the market is one of the busiest places in London, but your expert guide will make sure you know the best places to visit.
What Sets Us Apart:
Throughout this free walking tour, you’ll hear stories of artists, musicians, counter culture icons and everyone in between who claimed Camden Town as their stomping ground, and how they may not be as welcome today!
Discover London through the eyes of a true local that go above and beyond.
Enjoy fully customisable private tours that match your interests
Benefit from guides with in-depth knowledge and insider access
Designed for small groups, allowing for a more intimate experience
Tour Highlights
No one is as intertwined with Camden as Amy Winehouse, who called Camden home. She is immortalised by artists here everywhere you look.
From Blur to Oasis, Madness to the Clash, Camden was the centre of the music world throughout the 80s and 90s.
Meet the infamous group of artists, led by Walter Sickert who set about trying to revolutionise the art scene.
The markets are the lifeblood of the area and we'll give you the info on where to go, and more importantly where not to go!
The tour finishes on Primrose Hill, which has some of the best views of London, so have your camera at the ready.
A crew of criminals ruling Camden’s streets before it was cool.
Itinerary
We’ll visit some of the most iconic locations associated with Camden and Primrose Hill, introducing you to the best markets, street food and punks that the area has to offer
Stables Market
Few markets are more famous than Camden Market! Everything from food to incense to I LOVE LONDON t-shirts.
Amy Winehouse
One of the most iconic voices to come out of Britain, whose star started to climb on Camden's streets.
Developer
Camden Lock
Camdens waterways helped connect and build trade across the country but is now mainly aesthetic.
Book Your Tour Today!
Get ready to explore the weird, wonderful and whimsical areas of Camden and Primrose Hill. Book your Free Camden Walking Tour now!
Looking for more music and mayhem? Check out our Soho Tour for an even more rock and roll experience!
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How do I find the Guide?Head to Tower Hill Underground Station, next to the Tram Coffee stop, and look for the guide holding up a bright red umbrella.
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Where does the tour start and end?The tour starts outside M&M World in Leicester Square and the guide should be nearby holding a red umbrella. The tour will finish near Whitehall and Trafalgar Square, in Westminster. The exact location will vary depending on the guide and the day, but the guide will always let you know at the beginning of the tour.
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How long is the tour?The tour is roughly 6 long, but will vary on the guide. There's a lunch break in the middle, lasting approximately an hour.
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Do I need to make a booking? Or cancel if my plans change?Yes please. The number of bookings we receive dictates how many guides we send to run the tour. If we have 100 extra people turn up, it's not going to be a good experience for anyone. Please be aware, we do not accept groups of 8 people or more. Even if you book separately, if you attend the tour as a big group, you will be turned away. If you are a group of 8 or more please contact us to enquire about booking a private tour. We'd be very grateful if you could cancel if you can no longer attend, as it could allow us to give your spot to someone else.
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What if its raining?If its raining, we will get wet! We always recommend you carry an umbrella in London, the weather really is that temperamental, but if we didn't run tours in bad weather, we wouldn't get to do many. Rain or shine we will be there waiting. Of course, if you don’t fancy standing in the rain with us we understand.
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What should I wear?Our tours are all walking, so we always recommend comfy shoes. Check the weather on the day of the tour, but we recommend bring a raincoat and some SPF just incase.
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How is it free?*We run all our tours on a pay what you think it’s worth basis. There is no booking fee for our free tours, and no payment is required before the tour begins. This means they are accessible to every budget. However our guides are all freelancers and don't get paid to do the tour, if you have fun then you can decide if you would like to tip your guide. The value is up to you, whatever fits in with your budget and your level of enjoyment. This also incentivises our guides to never stop trying to improve, as the system rewards the guides who provide the best quality tours. Tipping is always voluntary and our guides will never pressure you into it, but this is their job so if you have had fun, we ask that you take a moment to consider what it was worth to you.
What Our Customers Say
Don’t just take our word for it! Join the countless visitors who have been captivated by our Free Camden tour— book your spot today and experience the markets, music and mayhem firsthand!
Meeting Point
The tour begins outside Wendy's, opposite Camden Town Station. The nearest underground station is Camden Town on the Northern Line.
The guide will be stood at the meeting point holding a red umbrella.
We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before the tour starts. Grab a coffee or ice cream and meet your guide!