About this Event
Guided Walking Tour of Whitechapel & East City
Join us for an exciting walking tour of Whitechapel and East City! Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this fascinating part of London.
Starting at Tower Hill, London, UK, this in-person event will take you on a journey through time. Explore the iconic landmarks, such as the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, while delving into the area's intriguing past.
Whilst the City of London or “Square Mile” is the centre of the capital’s wealth, it borders the East End and one of London’s poorest districts; Whitechapel. This walk begins in the Eastern part of the City, where early insurance brokers took advantage of its proximity to London’s docks. It takes in the Church where Samuel Pepys the diarist worshiped and is buried, along with the first victim of the Great Plague in 1665. Pepys is remembered again at the church from where he observed the Great Fire of London in 1666. We then pass the scene of the infamous Jack the Ripper’s fourth victim to leave the City at Aldgate and enter Whitechapel. This was a poor area where many incomers from overseas settled in tough conditions, including over 100,000 Jewish refugees from Eastern Europe. We pass the road in which the Jewish community successfully repelled a march by British Fascists in the 1930s. Finally, we end up in St Katharine’s Dock, built by the great engineer Thomas Telford. Book your spot now and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tower Hill, London, UK (Outside Tube Station on mound overlooking Tower of London), United Kingdom
GBP 15.00