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Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations - A Very Small Group Tour

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221b Baker Street as Featured in BBC Sherlock with the real life Speedy's Cafe!
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Overview

For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect tour to take you deep into the world of the great Detective and the loyal friend Dr Watson.

Ideal for those that love a mix of the Traditional Sherlock Holmes stories and the newer BBC series 'Sherlock' starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.

Your guide is a dedicated Sherlockian who has an in-depth knowledge of all things Holmes and Watson. The tour will take you on a journey weaving the traditional Conan Doyle stories and old London to the modern world and locations for the smash hit TV series.

Your guide has a 100% Five Star City Boat Tours review rating.

• All the key BBC Filming Locations 
• Locations from the original stories 
• Expert guide Who is a huge Sherlock Holmes Fan
• Arthur Conan Doyle related sites
• Fun and informative with relaxed pace.
• Very Small Group. Max 6. Hear and interact with your Guide easily
• Other iconic London locations included on the tour.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Oyster Card or travel card is required for the London Underground between locations.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Embankment station
Embankment Place, London WC2N 6NS, UK

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

End point

Baker Street
London NW1 6XE, UK

The Sherlock Holmes Museum is located near London Underground Station Baker Street. Your Guide will assist with any onward travel

What To Expect

Sherlock Holmes

The Game is afoot...It doesn't matter if you are a die hard traditionalist or a modern BBC "Sherlock" fan. I am a nerd for everything Sherlock Holmes and have got you covered! This tour is designed to give you details on the history and locations of the original Sherlock Holmes stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and important filming locations from the recent BBC series. This tour also covers some great London landmarks like St Paul's Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, The Strand, and the place where William Wallace (Braveheart) was executed.Starting at Embankment station you will be given an overview of the traditional stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle before your guide takes you to the Sherlock Holmes Pub (a location from Hound of the Baskervilles) The upper rooms contain a recreation of Sherlock's sitting room at 221b Baker Street. Then its on to Scotland Yard and the location where Inspector's Lestrade and Hopkins work. Not that Holmes has a particularly high opinion of the Yard Detectives!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Soho

Now its time to see a famous location from the BBC Sherlock series. Remember the scene where Holmes and Watson have just met and are having dinner. They spot a suspicious taxi, Watson leaves his walking stick behind, and they run through the streets trying to catch the Taxi. We will make a stop at that very restaurant!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Bartholomew's Hospital

The site of Molly's laboratory, and the first place Holmes and Watson meet in the new BBC show, and also in the traditional books by Conan Doyle. This is also the location of the famous scene where Holmes jumps from the building after confronting Moriarty. The area also has a lot of other interesting buildings and stories which your guide will share with you.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Russell Square

The area of Russell square has a long association with writers. The Bloomsbury Group were based here, and so too was Arthur Conan Doyle in 1891. We will pass Sherlock's home before he moved to 221b Baker Street, and go to the spot where Mike Stamford met Dr Watson in the BBC series Sherlock. The route will also pass other filming locations from the BBC show.
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Speedy's Sandwich Bar & Cafe

For many people this is the highlight of the tour. The 221b Baker Street in the BBC series "Sherlock". There will be plenty of time to pose for photographs outside the house, and even enjoy a drink or snack in Speedy's Cafe. On the walls of the cafe are photos of the cast and crew from the show. from series two Sherlock and Watson often discuss a case or buy their morning coffee at Speedy's.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sherlock Holmes Statue

The meeting point for fans from all over the world. This statue was commissioned by the Abbey National building society who occupied 221 Baker Street. They received so many letters from around the world they had to employ someone to deal with the requests. Your guide usually carries a Deerstalker cap, and you will be welcome to to use it pose with your hero for a photo.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Sherlock Holmes Museum

Located in Baker Street the Sherlock Holmes Museum is set out as the home Sherlock and Dr Watson share with Mrs Hudson. It matches exactly the descriptions given by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Your guide will end the tour here and leave you to enjoy the shop and museum. If you have any further questions or require any assistance for onward travel your guide will be pleased to assist.
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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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations – A Very Small Group 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). 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 Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations – A Very Small Group 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).
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  • Professional guide.
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  • Oyster Card or travel card is required for the London Underground between locations.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations - A Very Small Group Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations - A Very Small Group 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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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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