easy
1.5 hours
All fitness levels welcome; comfortable walking shoes recommended
Join a lively 90-minute guided walk through Soho's winding streets, uncovering secret passageways, hidden sculptures, and the neighborhood’s colorful characters. Discover Soho like never before!
All Ages • 90 Minutes
Embark on a captivating 90-minute guided walk through Soho, where history, art, and urban legends intertwine. Discover secret passageways, hunt for the elusive Seven Noses, and learn about the vibrant characters that shaped this eclectic neighborhood. Experience Soho like never before, filled with fascinating stories and hidden gems.
A Nosey Around Soho Walk
Infinite wealth is nothing to be sniffed at. It's a well known urban legend that if you find all seven noses of Soho you will gain infinite wealth. Saying that though, having since found all said noses I haven't won as much as even a raffle. Will your fair any better?
Don't miss out on this fantastically unique tour of one of the most exciting areas of London, packed with secrets, street art and great stories!!
Rebecca (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fantastic Trip. Learnt so many new facts about Soho."
Eloise (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Very pleasant walking tour of Soho with a very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. Was amazed by the things that I had never previously noticed, most noticeably the random nose sculpture on a wall. Would highly recommend."
Signe (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Even if you think you know Soho, there's plenty in this walk to inform, educate and entertain. If you don't know Soho, this packs more into 90 minutes than you would ever get with a guidebook or an app. History and architecture meet to trace the development of the quarter from Tudor hunting grounds to contemporary housing trusts, through an array of colourful characters and memorable anecdotes. An engagingly circuitous route even made a bit of a mystery tour through otherwise familiar streets. There's something to be said for going on a cool, wet day, with fewer people in the streets and more space to stop and look up and around at the wealth of detail in the upper storeys – this is a walk of discovery even for Londoners.'"
Norah (4/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A very pleasant stroll around the streets of Soho, only slightly marred by the impact of changing the start venue whilst we waited for the “missing” to find us. Stephen our guide shared loads of information about the many colourful characters that lived in Soho, including Casanova and Marx. Overall, an entertaining and informative walk and I certainly now have a goal in mind. Great wealth, if only I can find the other 6 noses!"
Vivienne (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I thought I knew this area of London well but I learned such a surprising amount from this walk. Hazel was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and more than just a superb guide. Her friendly personable manner encompassed everyone and made us all feel included. She used our names to give each person the sense that the tour was individual. An interesting and quirky way to explore London and discover narrow passages, hidden alleyways and lots of body parts! Great fun."
Miriam (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Phil is a lovely guide with fountains of information on Soho and far beyond."
Susan (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A thoroughly professional, entertaining and well paced 'nosey' around Soho with the very personable Phil. His extensive knowledge and love of the area brought Soho to life and revealed many hidden gems! Highly recommend."
Victoria (5/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What a lovely walk. Phil, our guide was personable and knowledgeable. So interesting finding out about the history of so many places we take for granted. He was very good at making sure our group didn't get in the way of other people when we stopped and was able to answer lots of questions. Thoroughly enjoyable"
Hazel (4/5) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This was a pleasant stroll around Soho with a lot of stops where we heard all about the history, of which there is a lot! Fascinating to hear how it used to be all fields and hunting grounds in Middlesex, hard to imagine looking at it today. Philip was entertaining and explained everything well, I was particularly interested in the cholera memorial. Overall a nice afternoon outing."
Streets can be uneven with cobblestones and stairs, so dress for walking all day.
Capture the hidden nooks, sculptures, and stories that make Soho unique.
Check the forecast and dress accordingly—rain gear is recommended during wet months.
Get there 10 minutes before start time to meet your guide and settle in.
Soho has been a hub for artists, musicians, and nightlife since the 17th century, shaping London's cultural scene.
The tour emphasizes respect for the neighborhood’s historic sites and aims to promote responsible tourism.
Necessary for navigating Soho’s uneven streets and alleyways.
Capture hidden sculptures and lively street scenes.
Be prepared for changing weather conditions during your walk.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Jot down stories and details you want to remember.