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Scandalous Square Mile - Guided Walking Tour in City of London

2 Hours Round trip from London Easy pace

Overlooking one of the City's execution sites

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the scandalous history of the City of London
02 Walk through alleyways and hidden corners of the Square Mile
03 Hear stories of medieval murders, executions, and notorious scandals
04 Discover the real-life inspiration behind the "walk of shame"
05 Visit historic locations including Moorfields, Paul's Cross, and Smithfield
06 Finish in Smithfield, once known for carnivals, jousting, and executions

Step into the City of London and uncover the darker side of the Square Mile on this guided walking tour. From medieval murders to modern financial scandals, you’ll explore alleyways, historic sites, and hidden corners while hearing the stories that shaped this famous district.

Along the way, discover the real-life inspiration behind the "walk of shame," raise a glass to history’s dodgiest doctor, and visit places linked to executions, prisons, and public spectacle. Finishing in Smithfield, this tour offers a fascinating look at the City’s scandalous past in just two hours.

From medieval murders to modern financial scandals, you’ll explore alleyways, historic sites, and hidden corners while hearing the stories that shaped this famous district.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City London

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Moorfields

We'll start our tour in the heart of London's financial district and explore its scandalous past

Paul's Cross

We'll then wind our way through the City, delving into the dark history behind some of its most famous sights as well as its hidden corners.

Smithfield

Our tour will finish in the Smithfield area. Once the backdrop to drunken carnivals, jousting, executions and fake seances, it now offers plenty of bars, cafes and public transport options.

The route