London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited

5.0 (12 reviews) London, England
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Join Ben on a fascinating Unseen Tours walking tour of King's Cross and Clerkenwell. On this tour, you will embark on a journey off the beaten track and through the area's history to learn how it transformed from a run-down neighbourhood to a modern hub of activity. Along the way, you will explore hidden alleys and tranquil squares, and gain insight of homelessness with Ben's insight and knowledge.

Unseen Tours is a not-for-profit social enterprise. Our mission is to support and empower vulnerable individuals with experience of homelessness through becoming a tour guide, boosting their confidence and amplifying their voices. Our guides know the local streets intimately and will show you the real London through their stories and unmatched knowledge. The majority of your ticket goes back directly to our guides, so they can earn a living doing something that they love. It also allows our guides to lead conversations that challenge perceptions of homelessness and generate social change.

What's included

  • An engaging guided walking tour from King’s Cross to Clerkenwell
  • An alternative perspective and deeper insights
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. St. Pancras International Station
    20m
    Our guide will encourage a deeper look at St. Pancras station, including a sculpture inside and details of the building's architecture.
  2. King's Cross Station
    20m
    Our guide will explore King's Cross and the surrounding, uncovering how it has transformed over time.
  3. 15m
    Our guide will explore Bevin Court, tying together British politics, housing, and postwar architecture.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside The Betjeman Arms pub, on the upper floor of St. Pancras Station.

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (12)
From
£22.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
More activities in London
From
£22.00 per person
Check availability