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Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
Discover the rich music history of London on a walking tour through the historic areas of St. James and Mayfair. Learn about the legendary figures of music who have been drawn to London over the last 300 years, and see where they created, lived, and performed.
See where the stars partied in the Swinging Sixties, where Handel composed his greatest works including the Messiah, where icons of music from Chopin to Jimi Hendrix stayed when performing in London, where the Bee Gees wrote their greatest hits, where John Lennon first met Yoko Ono, where David Bowie was photographed for the Ziggy Stardust album cover and where Britain's first pop star met his untimely demise.
What's included
A qualified expert guide
What to expect
St. James's
5m
We start the tour at this Christopher Wren designed church consecrated in 1684
The White Cube, Mason's Yard
5m
An historic yard dating back to the 17th century. This is where John met Yoko in an art gallery in 1966.
Green Park
2m
See where the Fireworks Music composed by GF Handel for King George II was first performed in 1749
5m
The Irving Berlin song "Puttin' on the Ritz" was performed here in live broadcasts in the 1930's. Noel Coward, known as "The Master" was a regular diner.
3 Savile Row
5m
Where the Beatles gave what would be their last performance on the rooftop of this building.
St. George's Church
5m
Known as "Handel's Church". He was a regular attender, chose the organ as well selected the very first organist. It is celebrating it's 300th anniversary this year. Amongst an array of well known people several Prime Minsters as well as a US President have been married here.
Handel Hendrix House
5m
See where the legends of music, George Frederic Handel and Jimi Hendrix, lived as neighbours, separated only by a brick wall and 200 years!
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In the churchyard with the entrance from Piccadilly, by the tree with the circular seat
End point
Where the Bee Gees composed their greatest songs
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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.
