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LGBTQ+ History Tour

LGBTQ+ History Tour

Uncover the vibrant history of London’s LGBTQ+ community, from persecution to Pride

Explore the incredible story of London’s LGBTQ+ history! This lively, free, FUN walking tour celebrates resilience, creativity, and community across more than 2,000 years of London history.

Starting at Charing Cross and finishing in Soho Square, you’ll hear stories of survival, resistance, joy, and creativity that shaped London’s queer community. Perfect for LGBTQ+ visitors, allies, history lovers, and anyone looking for inclusive things to do in London.

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What to Expect

We'll explore how LGBTQ+ people have lived, loved, and fought for visibility across the centuries, from Roman fluidity to the Victorian cruelty, Molly Houses, and the history of Pride. But London’s LGBTQ+ story is not just a thing of the past and we'll explore some of the most exciting contemporary spaces, voices, and movements shaping queer life in the city today.

What Sets Us Apart:

We highlight historical and modern day struggles, LGBTQ+ activism, and cultural milestones, while celebrating the community’s creativity, solidarity, and ongoing impact on London life. Our LGBTQ+ History tour is always led by a member of the community and ALL of our guides are allies with inclusivity always at the heart of what we do.

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

Language   English

Start Time    11am

Duration   2.5 Hours

Price    Free

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Tour Highlights

Explore how same sex relationships and gender diversity existed in Roman and medieval London, long before modern labels existed.

Learn of the underground Molly Houses, and other hidden spaces where LGBTQ+ people built community

From Oscar Wilde to Virginia Woolf, meet the queer Londoners who shaped literature, activism, and social change.

Trace the evolution of Pride in London, from protest and police to celebration, visibility, and empowerment.

Understand the AIDS crisis, Soho’s sexual health activism, and the need for solidarity and advocacy today

Celebrate the creativity of the drag scene, and the comfort of inclusion and chosen family.

Itinerary

When it comes to London, the list of LGBTQ+ locations is endless, but these are the some of the sites you can expect to see:

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Trafalgar Square

The site of London’s first gay pride event back in 1971 and still the annual main stage for Pride every July. But it's a lot busier than this!

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The Admiral Duncan Pub

The site of a horrific homophobic attack on Soho’s LGBTQ+ community in 1999, but also an example of the strength and resilience in the community

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Piccadilly Circus

A historic hub for the LGBTQ+ nightlife and cruising throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, now providing a gateway to Soho.

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Book Your Tour Today!

Get ready to explore the hidden stories, bold pioneers and proud moments of London’s LGBTQ+ history. Book your Free LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour now!

Looking for bright lights and iconic stages? Check out our Theatreland Tour for a dazzling journey through London’s performing arts scene.

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What Our Customers Say

Still not sure about booking? Here are a few of our favourite reviews for our LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour!

Meeting Point

The tour begins outside the Clermont Hotel, Charing Cross, right next to Charing Cross Train Station. The nearest underground station is Charing Cross on the Northern & Bakerloo Line. It is 5 minutes from Embankment Station, which is also served by the Circle and District 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!

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