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London Jack The Ripper Walking Tour

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Overview

Your Jack The Ripper tour takes you to the real sites where the gruesome events unfolded over a century ago. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll walk the streets where Jack the Ripper stalked his victims, exploring the narrow alleys and hidden corners of Whitechapel that were once shrouded in fear.

With detailed and historical insights, you'll discover the chilling details of each murder, learn about the victims, and delve into the theories behind one of true crimes biggest questions - who was Jack The Ripper?

As you visit the real locations of the crimes, your tour will give you a deeper understanding of the social conditions of Victorian London, the police investigation that captivated the world, and the lasting impact of these unsolved murders.

This Jack The Ripper tour combines historical accuracy with gripping storytelling, offering a chilling yet educational experience that will leave you with a deeper understanding of one of the world’s greatest unsolved mysteries.

What's Included

  • Explore the stories of the victim's and their lives in London's East End
  • Visit East End London's landmarks including Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane
  • Visit some of the real-life Jack The Ripper crime scenes around Whitechapel
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Aldgate Station
Aldgate High Street, London EC3N 1AH, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Commercial Street
London E1 6QQ, UK

The tour ends at The Ten Bells Pub

What To Expect

Whitechapel

Explore Whitechapel which gained grim notoriety as the hunting ground of Jack the Ripper in 1888. This densely populated area was marked by poverty, overcrowding, and social unrest. The Ripper, an unidentified serial killer, brutally murdered at least five women in the area. The horrific crimes drew global attention, highlighting Whitechapel's harsh conditions and sparking widespread fear and mystery.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Goulston Street

Goulston Street in Whitechapel is famously linked to the Jack the Ripper case due to a critical piece of evidence. After the murder of Catherine Eddowes in 1888, part of her bloodied apron was found in a doorway on this street making it a central location to the enduring Ripper mystery.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Ten Bells

Visit the most famous Jack The Ripper site of them all - The Ten Bells pub and discover the victims who visited the pub in the hours leading up to their deaths and answer the question that still haunts London to this day - did Jack The Ripper visit too?
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brick Lane

Visit the East End's most famous street Brick Lane. Brick Lane was part of the impoverished East End during the Ripper's 1888 reign of terror. Some of his victims lived or frequented near Brick Lane, adding to its dark association with the unsolved murders that gripped Victorian London in fear and intrigue.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Spitalfields Market E1

Spitalfields Market was surrounded by the grim events of Jack the Ripper's 1888 murders. Close to the market's bustling streets, several victims lived or were last seen before their deaths. The market's proximity to Whitechapel made it part of the dark backdrop of Victorian poverty and crime.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church Spitalfields

Christ Church stands as a silent witness to the Jack the Ripper era. Located near the sites of his infamous 1888 murders, the church loomed over the impoverished streets of Whitechapel. Some of the victims were last seen nearby, and its shadowy presence added to the eerie atmosphere of the time. Today it remains a landmark tied to the Ripper’s haunting legacy.
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St Botolph's Aldgate

St. Botolph's Aldgate is closely tied to the Jack the Ripper case due to its proximity to Whitechapel's crime scenes. Known as the "Church of Prostitutes" because women often gathered nearby for safety, it was frequented by some of the Ripper’s victims. The church and its surroundings symbolized the intersection of sanctuary and danger during the terrifying events of the 1888 murders.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour will cover mature themes. Children’s participation is made solely at parent/guardian discretion.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Jack The Ripper Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Jack The Ripper Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Explore the stories of the victim's and their lives in London's East End.
  • Visit East End London's landmarks including Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane.
  • Visit some of the real-life Jack The Ripper crime scenes around Whitechapel.
  • Hear the theories, clues and evidence into the identity of Jack The Ripper.
  • Discover Victorian London with a knowledgeable local guide from an Award-Winning Tour Company.
  • Knowledgeable tour guide from an award-winning tour company.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the London Jack The Ripper Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or prams/buggys/strollers.
  • This tour will cover mature themes. Children’s participation is made solely at parent/guardian discretion.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London Jack The Ripper Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Explore the stories of the victim's and their lives in London's East End
  • Visit East End London's landmarks including Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane
  • Visit some of the real-life Jack The Ripper crime scenes around Whitechapel
  • Hear the theories, clues and evidence into the identity of Jack The Ripper
  • Discover Victorian London with a knowledgeable local guide from an Award-Winning Tour Company
  • Knowledgeable tour guide from an award-winning tour company
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or prams/buggys/strollers.
  • This tour will cover mature themes. Children’s participation is made solely at parent/guardian discretion.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
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