Spitalfields Attractions & Things to do

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the haunting history of London with Jack the Ripper London Tours. The tour is available to book in English or in Spanish, please select your preference at checkout.

Our knowledgeable guides are passionate experts on the subject, providing you with a gripping narrative of these gruesome crimes and the mysterious figure behind them. Our captivating and meticulously researched tours take you back to the chilling streets of Victorian-era London, where one of history's most infamous serial killers left his mark.

Unearth the enigma of Jack the Ripper with us - your key to London's dark history. Be part of a thrilling exploration of an era filled with suspense, intrigue, and mystery.
Duration: 2 hours.

Whether you're a London newbie or a seasoned local, this tour is a must!
From ancient Roman roots to global metropolis, we're serving up 2000 years of culinary history, with a side of delicious eats!
Think oyster houses, chophouses, chocolate houses, and more. We'll dish out six tasty treats, including the legendary Humble Crumble.
Plus, we'll dive into Brick Lane's best curry, explore vibrant street art, and snag some top-notch bagels at Beigel Bake. And of course, no tour is complete without the UK's finest fish & chips.
The East End is culturally diverse, full of fantastic food and bursting with sensational stories which makes it the perfect place to explore the history and traditions of the REAL London… and eat well whilst doing so!
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

This is the Original Aldgate East Jack the Ripper tour that has been operating since 1982. Our start point means that, within seconds of setting out, you are exploring the cobbled alleys and atmospheric old streets that have changed little since Jack the Ripper prowled their shadows. Our guides, Richard Jones, John Bennett, Angie Norman, Philip Hutchinson and Jeremy John are experts on the case and have between them written more than ten acclaimed books on the Jack The Ripper mystery. They are able to present you with a detailed account of the crimes that shook the world in 1888. However, they present those facts in a dramatic and entertaining fashion that is both entertaining and inspiring, and which helps bring the history of the crimes to vivid life. From the start, it is as though you are a part of the Victorian police investigation, as you sift the evidence, examine the facts, and debate the crimes and arrive at your own conclusions.
Duration: 2 hours.

Now using a radio transmitter and receiver so you won’t miss any of this amazing story.

Numbers are strictly limited so you will not be following 35 or 40 people. We start the adventure at Whitechapel Station because that's where Jack the Ripper started.

With the help of the FBI Special Agent John Douglas's 1988 profile of Jack the Ripper and Scotland Yard's 2008 geographical profile you will explore the Jack the Ripper mystery from his first unsolved murder in Buck's Row to his last in Dorset Street.

You will discover the victims' story. Who they were. Why they were targeted. How they were killed so swiftly and silently.

It's a truly fascinating story that goes beyond the cliche of the toff in his top hat and opera cape seeking his next victim among the raddled fourpenny whores of Whitechapel.

Blanketed by fog, London was 'The Big Smoke' home to a silent and invisible serial killer we call Jack the Ripper.

Join me.

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

The East End has been an important area throughout London's History, a place of refuge, change, idealism but also crime and poverty. It's full of history and stories which draw in locals and tourists alike, in the streets of the East London you can experience and learn about the people that call this area home, alternative culture, dynamic street art and much more.

Our Working Women of the East End walking tour aims to change the way the East End is seen by highlighting the Women involved in the areas vibrant history, telling the stories and achievements of these Working Women and by giving a voice back to the women who were killed by Jack the Ripper.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

When you mention Whitechapel, it’s all about Jack the Ripper. And no wonder, we are talking about one of the most infamous serial killers of all time. But there’s so much more to the story! Join us on this walking tour of London’s East End, where we hear from the voices that were silenced by the Ripper and by history: his victims. We’ll meet these incredibly resilient women and their neighbours as we discover the district that created a monster.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

A Private & Bespoke Tour with your own Guide who will meet you personally at your accommodation.

Go deep into the worlds of Sherlock Holmes and Jack the Ripper on this special 4 Hour Tour.

The first part of the tour focuses on Sherlock Holmes both historic and the BBC Series. The second part is based in Whitechapel and the alleys and streets Jack the Ripper stalked in 1888.
• All the key BBC Filming Locations for 'Sherlock'
• Locations from the original stories 
• Expert guide Who is a huge Sherlock Holmes Fan & Jack The Ripper Expert
• Arthur Conan Doyle related sites
• Main Jack The Ripper Murder Locations
• Traditional Pub where Jack the Ripper Victims were last seen.
• A private and bespoke tour at your pace
• Your guide will meet you personally at your accommodation
• Other iconic London locations included on the tour.
Duration: 240 to 270 minutes.

Our host will take you on a journey where you'll step back in time and get a feel of London's patchwork history. Together, you'll discover the stories that shaped this city's unique history. From the cobbled streets where the Fire of London first started to the old grounds of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the historic silk trade of Spitalfields to the very pub where Dickens drank (a practical approach is key, so why not enjoy a drink while you’re here?) there’s a fascinating history around every corner.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded local host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Duration: 3 to 5 hours.

Very few guides in London concentrate on Women's history, in fact you are more likely to get women excluded completely from London tours so I have set about changing that in a big way. Although we do not ignore those glaringly obvious sites on route that everyone knows and has heard of they are not the focus. We learn about women who broke the mould, who fearlessly swam against the tide and whose bravery made life better for the generations who followed.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Discover True London By heading off the tourist trail and spend a Sunday like a Londoner as we stroll through London's best but hidden gems! Learn about the history of this unique part of the city and how the people that have lived here over the centuries have made this part of London very special . We stroll the hidden canals of London to reach hidden gems of Broadway Market (Farmers Market), Hackney City Farm, Columbia Road Market (Flower Market) Brick Lane Market (Vintage, Crafts, Clothing and Food) Spitalfields Market (Vintage, Crafts, Clothing and Food)… Walkers tip … Don't eat breakfast, plenty of tasty treats on route !

Duration: 3 hours.

Explore London's diverse street food scene with a local host and get a taste of London's most innovative fusion foods. Forget bangers and mash, you’ll discover a world of dizzyingly diverse street eats as you explore the streets of London with your host, sampling dishes like smokey hand-pulled pork, pomegranate halloumi fries, Szechuan butter peppercorn prawns or vegan fried 'chicken’. You could end the day sipping on organic wine, freshly squeezed orange juice or delicious craft beer. Explore the city, one bite at a time.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded local host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Duration: 3 hours.

Discover the Greatest Hits and the hidden gems as you travel through 2000 years of London's history with a private guide and separate driver. Journey with us from a world-famous Palace to an iconic bridge spanning a legendary river, from the most important church in the land to a clock called Ben and beyond. We will travel from the West End to the Square Mile and into the infamous and notorious East End with its bustling markets and amazing street art - hear the stories and uncover the secrets of the people that shaped this city over time. Photo opportunities and memories as the old meets the new in this on and off the beaten track tour.

Exterior sites include: Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, The Mall, St James's Park, Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Churchill War Rooms, London Bridge, Tower Bridge, Wobbly Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, The Square Mile, Pudding Lane, Borough Market, Spitalfields Market, Shoreditch, Brick Lane and much more.

Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

Discover in this Private Gastronomic Tour, the most exquisite dishes of the British cuisine, accompanied by the traditional drinks of the region. Explore the most emblematic pubs and taverns of the city with your private local guide.
Taste the classic 'Fish & Chips', scotch eggs,to the exquisite 'stuffed British feet', accompanied by local wines and English beers.

Food tour suitable for vegetarians, please note any special requirements at the time of booking.

- Eat at the most locals Pubs & Taverns of London
- Enjoy the best Fish & Chips in town
- Try 10 different tastes
- Accompany your dishes with local wines and English beers
- Totally private, just you and your guide

Duration: 3 hours.

In a city as multicultural as London, there’s not just one way to eat like a local. So, when in doubt, eat many things - obviously. You’ll join one of our hosts, and feast your way around a pocket of the city where you can taste a myriad of cuisines deeply embedded in London’s food culture. Indulge at food trucks, pop-ups, markets hipster coffee shops or breweries and beloved local delis. From Southern fried chicken to Taiwanese bao buns and French patisserie. you’ll soon see that eating like a Londoner means eating global.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Duration: 4 hours.

Flytographer Private Vacation Photo Shoot

Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in London and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in London, including where to eat & what to see from your vacation photographer. Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality vacation photos — the best souvenir ever.

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Duration: 1 hour.

Leave the regular tourist trail and large group tours behind and get closer to the Jack the Ripper Murders with your own personal expert guide who will take you direct to the locations and explain the history of the notorious Autumn of Terror 1888.

No herding from one place to the next, with commentary you can't hear, this is a personalised tour, and you will be met direct from your hotel or agreed landmark. After visiting all the main locations we will finish in a traditional Victorian Pub connected to the case, where we can enjoy a drink and discuss the possible suspects!

This tour has two options - One for people seeking a general overview of the crimes and locations (3 Hours) and one for those wanting to visit all the locations and get deeper into the history (4 Hours and involves more walking)

These day time tours mean you will see more, avoiding the large night tours that crowd out locations.

Duration: 180 to 210 minutes.

This one is a blast from the past. 1888 to be precise. Recreate the spine-chilling story of Jack the Ripper. Set in the Victorian era of the East End of London. Know the legend, break the myth of the sensational Whitechapel murders.
Dare to encounter the squalid and sordid underbelly of London’s notorious East End. Trawl the crime sites of Whitechapel and Wapping districts. Be an eyewitness to the notorious pubs where the ‘working girls’ plied their trade back then. Walk through the once gas-lit alleyways of the 1800’s. Hear about the misdeeds of another despicable 19th-century terminator. Peep into the haunts of the legendary Kray Twins of more recent folklore. Wrap your head around the facts…victims, suspects, gangland leaders, their motives for two centuries of vicious attacks.
Quite a mouthful. Gulp it all down with a drink at an 18th-century tavern. Some sound advice. Come without your squeamish side.

Duration: 4 hours.

For a London that feels more like home to a Londoner than the pomp and grandeur of Westminster, head to Spitalfields for a small-group experience like no other.

Historically much poorer than its cousin to the west, it has in more recent times found its fortune in skyscrapers and creatives- a true rags to riches tale.
The stories heard here are not of kings and politicians but of the real people who made this area- cockneys and costermongers, brave Blitz-era civilians and Eastern European Jewish settlers, Bengali Muslims and fleeing French Protestants, artists, fashionistas, trendsetters, foodies, radicals, 1950s gangs, Victorian murderers, workhouse paupers and everybody in between.

You’ll duck into the backstreets to discover hipster markets and Beigel shops, old breweries, a religious building that tells of centuries of immigration, 18th century weaver houses, old taverns, unbelievable street art from Banksy to Stik, global cuisine and a very different side to our fair city.

Duration: 2 hours.

East London is the place to be. It is known for the high amount of street art, but has a lot more to discover. Embark on this journey through East London to explore the hidden gems.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Return to the autumn of 1888 and retrace the steps of the worlds most notorious serial killer on this Jack The Ripper tour!

Discover the Victorian London area of Whitechapel recounting the lives and stories of Jack The Ripper’s victims. You’ll discover their history, their backgrounds and their livelihoods and what led each of them to being in Whitechapel in the hours leading up to their final moments in the company of Jack The Ripper.

You’ll visit famous spots associated with the Jack The Ripper murders including the murder sites, the workhouses and locations the victims frequented and get a true understanding of what life was like in the slum that was Whitechapel in the Victorian era.

Your knowledgeable Jack The Ripper tour guide will also take you through the theories of who Jack The Ripper was - the clues, the evidence and the conspiracies - to see if you can answer the question that has plagued London for years - who was Jack The Ripper?
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Discover the top-secret cultural and foodie spots in Brixton, Shoreditch, Borough Market and Notting Hill, with these four private immersive audio guides!

Narrated by local expert historians, we’ll visit the most famous historic buildings and discover the secret tales that live in these trendy hipster neighbourhoods.

Together, we’ll explore the culture, cuisine and community that defines these areas, and visit the trendiest spots in London where locals go for must-eat street food or take Instagram photos.

We’ll walk through the colourful Ladbroke Square, explore Cambridge Gardens, stroll along the famous Portobello Road, and learn more about Old Street, Banksy and immigration alongside Arnold Circus. We’ll also walk around Brick Lane, Beigel Bake, Fournier Street and Spitalfields Market, among many other intriguing spots!

You will receive a separate email with a link to your tour.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets
Duration: 100 to 170 minutes.

Come with us on a journey for your taste buds as we uncover the past of this eclectic London neighbourhood and share with you the most delicious treats you can find in our city.

This is one of London's original food tasting tours that will help you explore the food, history and culture (European, Jewish and Bangladeshi) of the East End.

Enjoy a traditional Indian samosa available with your choice of filling. Taste classic fish and chips from the BEST chippie in London (multiple Diners Choice Award winner). Experience an authentic salt beef Beigel from London's most famous Jewish bakery. Indulge in chocolates that will change your life. And feast your eyes on London's most instagrammable dessert!

Your Food Tour ticket includes two hand-crafted artisan chocolates and a modern twist on a classic English dessert from the incredible Humble Crumble.

NOTE: Vegetarian options are available at all stops. Vegan options at most.
Duration: 2 hours.

Get ready to dive deep into the vibrant heart of London’s culinary scene with our Spitalfields and Brick Lane food tour!
Your taste adventure begins at Spitalfields Market, a hip hub of food delights where you’ll sample an array of delicious bites from locals. From tantalising cheese platters to exotic street foods, where flavours collide and urban vibes.

THE FOOD
Chicken thigh skewer - street bites
Turkish spinach and feta flatbreads - Mediterranean magic
Slow cooked beef sandwich - BBQ bliss
Cheeseboard - artisanal indulgence
Tibetan dumplings - Himalayan comfort
Takoyaki - Japanese street food
Venezuelan empanada - South American sensation
Churros - crispy sweet perfection

DRINKS
Fresh sugarcane juice
Self serve IPA from a tap - craft beer
UPGRADE - Craft brick lane IPA
UPGRADE - Glass of white wine
Duration: 180 to 210 minutes.

Most people know of this are because of its infamous connection with Jack The Ripper but there is 2,000 years of history here with an incredibly rich history and vibrant culture so join us for this very special tour that will reveal the fantastic heritage of Spitalfields without ever mentioning you-know-who.

We will visit Plague Pits and scenes of terrible crimes and events but also of sites of pioneering hospitals, alms houses, soup kitchens and asylums.

These days Spitalfields is also incredibly trendy with a unique mix found nowhere else on Earth and we don't even mean the great food and markets.

Everywhere in Spitalfields, culture and vibrancy goes hand in hand with history, poverty and misery and we will see the old subterranean Charnel House within a few seconds walk of the wonderful Spitalfields Market.

There is no where like Spitalfields and we’re convinced that if you are looking for something totally different then this is the tour for you.
Duration: 3 hours.

Shoreditch is one of the most exciting parts of London to explore but is still off the beaten path and has many hidden gems to offer. Exploring the area with a private, local guide means you get to see what is usually only on offer to Londoners. Street Art lives in harmony with the area, becoming a part of its culture and identity, with new pieces arriving on a daily basis. The art is varied, from commercial to protest work, but our guides have a wealth of knowledge of street art from around the world, so even brand-new pieces won't phase them.
We truly believe that art can enrich everyone's lives, and the fact that our streets are covered with it means that it can be accessible to everyone. By visiting with a guide, you can not only see it through their eyes but also learn the artist's intention and how to identify their work in the future.
Duration: 2 hours.

There are many tours about Jack the Ripper. This tour uniquely demonstrates evidence and data strongly indicating that there was more than one killer. I have conducted a day time tour for the Jack the Ripper museum for the last 6 years. Numerous reviews describe me as very knowledgeable and passionate. Come and experience these qualities on my own private tour!
Duration: 2 hours.

Immerse yourself in the stories of British Jews, their history, culture and traditions. Visit the Jewish Museum in London with skip-the-line tickets and an Expert Guide. Extended option: a Jewish Tour of the East End and Central London.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests.

2-hour: Jewish Museum Tour
Join this tour to visit the Jewish Museum in London with skip-the-line tickets and learn about the British-Jewish history, culture and traditions.

3,5-hour: Jewish Museum & Transfers
This option includes a 1,5-hour private car transfers and a 2-hour tour of the Jewish Museum in London with skip-the-line tickets.

4,5-hour: Jewish Museum & Jewish District
This option includes a guided tour of Jewish sites in London, including Bevis Marks Synagogue (outside), and a visit to the Jewish Museum with skip-the-line tickets.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through London’s chilling history with the Jack the Ripper London Tours. Our guides in Spanish, passionate experts in the subject, will give you a captivating narrative about these horrific crimes and the mysterious figure behind them.

Our captivating and meticulously researched tours will transport you to the haunting streets of Victorian London, where one of the most infamous serial killers in history left his mark. Discover the riddle of Jack the Ripper with us: your key to London’s dark history. Be part of an exciting exploration of an era filled with suspense, intrigue and mystery.
Duration: 2 hours.

Experience the ultimate gastronomic journey through the cultural tapestry of London! Welcome to a one-of-a-kind food tour that goes beyond culinary exploration and delves into the rich heritage of East London.
As you savor the tantalizing flavors from various corners of the world, you'll uncover the fascinating histories of the people who settled in East London. Each dish becomes a chapter, revealing the fusion of cultures and traditions that have shaped this vibrant neighborhood. But that's not all – there's more to this journey than just the culinary delights.
Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant street art that adorns the walls of East London. Witness the mesmerizing blend of colors and creativity as the art seamlessly aligns with the culinary experience. It's a visual feast for the senses, where every stroke of paint on the walls echoes the spirit of the community.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Come on an adventure through the amazon colour and vibe of East London. Welcome to the Cool Cats playground of Brick Lane, Spitalfields, Petticoat Lane and the ultra hip Shoreditch! On this tour you will head off the beaten track to discover 3D art made from potatoes and chewing gum, Amazon Banksy, D*Face and other artists. Sample the wares of the best and coolest markets in town, enjoy the explosive vibe of colour, music and stories as you hear from a younger urban generation of Londoners - politics, satire, laughter and true inner city London culture - an excellent way to understand the real London.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.