Explore London’s Vintage Fashion Scene on a Half-Day Guided Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires being on your feet for several hours
Overview
Uncover the best of London’s vintage fashion scene on a 5-6 hour guided tour through iconic neighborhoods like Soho and Covent Garden. Discover hidden shops, rich fashion history, and unique finds that bring London’s style legacy to life.
Voraciously Vintage Half-Day Experience
£120 per Adult | 5-6 Hours
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 5-6 hour vintage shopping tour through London's chic neighborhoods like Soho and Covent Garden. Discover hidden gems while delving into the rich history of fashion and unique shops. Enjoy a personalized experience that ignites your style and connects you with the vibrant past of London’s fashion scene.
Discover the glam, the chic, the hidden gems of London shopping
Rates
Adult (Ages 13+): £120 Child (Ages 12 and Under): Free
Duration
5-6 Hours
About
We tend to give this tour in Soho and Covent Garden, but, if desired, we can give another version of it in Brick Lane and Spitalfields, or Camden Passage and Portobello. We will explore to your heart's content, mixing in history of the area and history of particular shops with the shop visits. There will be plenty of fashion history thrown in along the way as well, so be prepared to get excited about some 1970s London designer you never heard of before.
We believe deeply that vintage shopping is the most exciting shopping that exists and that it's the best way to develop one's personal style. We want to make you aware of the wealth that London has to offer, and we can focus on particular eras or help you seek out particular items of clothing. Most of all, we want to encourage you to handle the past, the quality and the feel of times gone by, letting old clothes and jewellery stir up something intangible but exciting that, at the very least, enables better understanding of the people and cultures that shaped us.
You’ll have four to five hours to explore vintage shops and one hour for refreshments. When you book, you can choose whether you’d like lunch, afternoon tea, drinks and canapes or a light dinner. We will contact you to arrange the timing of this break
Adventure Tips
Book in advance for popular dates
This tour fills quickly, especially on weekends—reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect several hours of walking on city pavements through Soho and Covent Garden’s narrow streets.
Bring a reusable shopping bag
Many vintage shops don’t offer bags, so a tote bag helps carry your finds sustainably.
Prepare for variable London weather
Carry a light waterproof jacket to stay comfortable during sudden changes in weather.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons frequenting historic plazas
- Urban foxes occasionally spotted at dusk
History
Covent Garden was established as a fruit and vegetable market in the 1600s and evolved into a cultural hotspot with deep fashion roots.
Conservation
Many shops participate in sustainable fashion practices by promoting upcycled clothing to reduce waste in the fashion industry.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating cobblestones and city streets comfortably.
Reusable tote bag
Ideal for carrying vintage finds and reducing plastic waste.
Light waterproof jacket
spring specific
Small backpack or crossbody bag
Keeps personal items secure while keeping your hands free.