Taylor Swift London Boy Walking Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) London, England
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

This 2 hour walk will take you to ‘inside’ the lyrics of London Boy, see the location for the End Game video and the places Taylor Swift has visited in central London.

Taylor Swift in London’s Entertainment District. See clubs, restaurants and shops that Taylor Swift has been in person, including Stella McCartney’s boutique and “Louis V on Bond Street.” Live the lyrics of London Boy. See a location for the End Game video and where Taylor was inspired to write her song Clean.

Along the way, a brief overview of this historic area, London’s entertainment district, simply dripping in heritage. You’ll be strolling through the highlights of London’s famous and photogenic Chinatown, what was jazz/nightclub hotspots since the 1920s, past where Taylor has played live radio gigs, had her Eras London film premiere, and more.

What's included

  • Local Guide
  • 2-hour walking tour
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Piccadilly Circus
    10m
    Meet your tour guide in front of the Hard Rock Piccadilly Circus, where you are surrounded by about 200 years of heritage. From roaring ‘20s jazz clubs to a Taylor Swift’s End Game video location, uncover what’s ‘hidden’ in plain sight right in front of you. Hear about film premieres, Royal Variety Shows, bombing stories of the WWII Blitz and more.
  2. Leicester Square
    15m
    Taylor Swift, Beyonce, One Direction and many more have celebrated their film premieres, walking the red carpet in Leicester Square. Here you are living Taylor’s London Boy lyrics as you walk Soho and the West End. This is London’s theatre district, see where Taylor Swift attended local theatre.
  3. Wardour Street
    15m
    Heart of photogenic Chinatown, enjoy a brief glimpse of the general heritage, from 20s flappers and nightclub culture, ‘hidden’ speakeasies, one current that you may choose to visit post-tour. Briefly learn of the musical history that also happened here, bands/artists that influenced Taylor Swift.
  4. 10m
    Clubs Taylor has been known to hang out; here too were the clubs where 80s ‘synth rock’ bands, influencers of Taylor’s music, started out – all the while soaking up the atmosphere of currently hip London spots frequented by pop stars.
  5. 10m
    Walking the West End, past scenic remnants of the rich Jewish and Italian heritage of Soho. More ‘secret’ members clubs frequented by celebrities like Harry Styles, the young Royals and more.
  6. Golden Square
    10m
    Photo op in a photogenic doorway, option to replicate Taylor entering what was Kiss FM, a place she played live on a radio broadcast. Also see the posh restaurant where Taylor Swift dined out for a special occasion with Ed Sheeran and others.
  7. 15m
    Heart of swingin’ 60s London fashion, this is an area Taylor Swift has enjoyed shopping. Stroll by the boutiques, former clubs, and scenic squares… with the option to return post tour for your own shopping opportunities if you wish.
  8. Savile Row
    5m
    A major place for fashion and Beatles history, a major musical influence for Taylor.
  9. Bond Street
    10m
    More high-end shops, where Taylor Swift and other pop strs are known to shop, some name drops from the lyrics of London Boy including Louis V(uitton) and Stella McCartney – window shop in style.
  10. 10m
    A famed tea boutique visited by Taylor and many others including Harry Styles, Elton John and more. More window shopping options past Vivienne Westwood’s flagship store…
  11. 10m
    Shop where Taylor has shopped; the place where she was inspired to write her song Clean. The core part of your Taylor Swift walking tour concludes here.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting outside the main entrance. Note this is the Hard Rock Cafe in Piccadilly Circus next to Horses of Helios fountain on Haymarket and NOT the one on Old Park Lane, Hyde Park Corner.

End point

The tour ends at Liberty store, within walking distance of Piccadilly Circus or Oxford Circus station.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that infants will need to either be able to walk or be transported in a pushchair, which will need to be provided by you.
  • This is a walking tour with an approximate 3-mile walk with break options; we walk no matter the weather! Please dress accordingly.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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