Historical Tour in Death, Debauchery and Doctors in Soho London
Overview
Meet madams of bawdy houses, body snatchers and benevolent doctors in an hour and three quarters walk through the alleyways and past the townhouses of the square mile that is Soho. Find out how Soho got its name, what happened to murderers after they were executed and how a brave doctor turned detective to discover how 500 people died of Cholera within a few streets in two weeks in 1854. We cover just over a mile of Soho, from a workhouse, to a picnic spot beneath which lies a secret, to the first anatomy school in London and we visit the sites of the first speciality hospitals in London that cared for women, children and those with the 'foul' disease. There will be some sexual content (historical and tasteful) and some gore. It will be funny and moving - sometimes at the same time.
What's Included
- In-person Guide in English
- Services of a Westminster qualified tour guide
- Any snacks or drinks
Meeting Location
Soho Place
Charing Cross Road, London W1D 3BG, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Soho Square
London W1D, UK
We end the tour at Soho Square which is close to Tottenham Court Road tube station and many restaurants and bars.
What To Expect
Soho Square
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Broad Street Cholera Pump
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wardour Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dean Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Soho
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour does have some sexual references and may not be suitable for young children.
- This tour has some gory references to dead bodies and operations
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Activity code: C-5506646P1
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