Covent Garden: Spectacle, Sin And Uproar

Discover Covent Garden like never before on this immersive walking tour, uncovering the hidden history, spectacles, and scandals that lie beneath its well-known streets. This tour pulls back the curtain on the area, taking you along the paths once walked by pimps, Victorian actors, and protesters, revealing a side of Covent Garden that is rarely seen. You will explore London’s oldest surviving theatre, visit a plague burial ground, and see the scene of a brutal historical murder. Along the way, the tour highlights fascinating characters whose lives are woven into the history of the area, from the notorious barra-boys and pimps to blind magistrates and inspirational activists who helped shape the neighborhood.

For those unable to attend the scheduled tours or who prefer exploring at their own pace, a self-guided option is available. A downloadable Google map provides access to over 300 historic locations highlighted on the blog and Instagram, offering a detailed guide to Covent Garden’s hidden past. Additional resources, including blog posts and Instagram reels, give further insights into the area’s rich and sometimes scandalous history, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of one of London’s most iconic and intriguing neighborhoods. This approach allows participants to experience the depth and variety of stories that make Covent Garden such a unique and captivating destination.