Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London for Two
About this experience
Grab your deerstalker hat and prepare for an extraordinary journey in this Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of London for Two. You’ll have the chance to visit several locations from the books, films and TV adaptations of Arthur Conan Doyle’s great detective stories, starting with the very place where Holmes and Watson first meet.
You’ll visit a range of literary sites on this tour, from gentlemen’s clubs to grand hotels, in a part of London that inspired the author and features heavily in the series. See the film and TV locations that formed the backdrop for amazing screen performances from Jeremy Brett, Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr, and feel free to get into character by dressing up as the Master Sleuth himself if you wish. Just don’t forget your camera as there will be plenty of opportunities to get up close to locations and have your picture taken along the way.
SKU: PBM4S2
For 2
participants12 Months
ValidityFlexible
BookingEasy
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
What's Included
- 2 hour Sherlock Holmes walking tour for two
- Professional guide
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
On arrival at the central London meeting location, you’ll be greeted by your guide before embarking on a 2 hour group walking tour.
You’ll visit several places that have featured in the books, TV shows and films, including the spot where John Watson first hears of Sherlock Holmes from his friend Stamford, and locations from The Illustrious Client, The Bruce Partington Plans, and A Study in Scarlet.
See the TV and movie locations featured in the recent BBC TV production with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman, as well as the latest big screen adaptations with Robert Downey Jr.
You are invited to dress up as a character from the series for this tour if you wish, but it is entirely optional.
Location
Locations shown shouldn't be used for route planning
London
- Piccadilly, London
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 3 (under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
- Please note that as there will be walking involved in the tour it may not be suitable for those with mobility or health problems
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
Your voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
Tours must be pre-booked and are available on Saturdays at 10.30 (January to December) and Wednesday at 10.30 (March to November, Christmas Holidays) plus Fridays at 10.30am (Jul to Aug)
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Please allow 2 hours for this tour.
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
“Coulsdon Manor and Golf Club”
Stayed Saturday night with DBB. A gift from our friends. Near Purley and Mayfield's Lavender Farm. Can be tricky to find. Great hotel, friendly staff and good food and service. Bar open 24 hours but credit card details required on booking if you want to drink use bar after 11 pm. Lift and disabled facilities (ask). Great golf course/scenery. Good room (110). A mix of old and new. Recommended.
“Average”
Hotel was nice but a bit run down and need some TLC. The staff were pleasant but it just seemed like it was everyone's first day and no one knew what they were doing. Food was good though!
“Disappointment in every sense”
After having our wedding reception at Coulsdon Manor we thought using a one night experience voucher gift there would be a great way to reminisce. How wrong we could have been! For a start the hotel reception was freezing due to a broken window, but the bar (only entertainment), was out of action for refit and the make shift restaurant bar was awful, so uncomfortable! The room was dirty, shabby and broken. The grounds looked unkept and all the communal decor was the same from 2004! Very poor!
Response from Virgin Experience Days
Hi Paul, Many thank for taking the time to leave a review. We're really sorry to see that you didn't enjoy your One Night Stay at Coulsdon Manor. This does not sound like the high standards that we would expect for our customers and we will be sure to address your comments with the supplier directly.