Name: Wilde About Oscar – a walk in the West End
Start: 2026-05-30T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-30T13:00:00+01:00
Location: London

$Wilde About Oscar \u2013 a walk in the West End$

Oscar Wilde's London haunts – theatres, cafés, shops, hotels plus Pr*son, Paris and provocation
About this Event

Oscar Fingall O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854-1900) – the celebrated man of wit and wisdom, a lover of fine foods and beautiful things, a prolific poet and playwright.

This guided walking tour takes you to see many of the buildings and locations that Oscar would have known in his lifetime.

We'll start near Oxford Circus, at a place that marks a pivotal point in Oscar's career, before making our way into the West End and Piccadilly to see various places associated with his colourful London career.

Hear about Oscar's life and works and the people who were close to him. See where his plays were staged, where life-changing events happened, and where he lived, shopped and socialised. We'll also look at how he is commemorated today.

The specific meeting point will be on your ticket (sent via email after purchase)
The walk ends near Charing Cross station

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Customer feedback: "Extremely interesting and informative" / "I attended this as a Zoom talk during Lockdown and I am so glad that I was able to do the actual walk when I came to London – a delight. And it was lovely finally meeting you Jane!" / "This was great, thanks so much" / "A fantastic journey" / "Really great to have his story told in such an easy to follow way" /"Totally and utterly brilliant!!" / "So interesting and colourful" / "Very entertaining" / More feedback here

Also available – a1hr virtual tour/online presentation, where I tell the story of Oscar's life in chronological order using photos and maps – please see for more info.

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My guiding style is inclusive, open and friendly. – in fact, the research never ends. The walking tours I offer are all on subjects I am genuinely interested in – each highlights a different facet of my personality. I am specifically interested in the changing face of our streets over time and how those changes have affected local communities and the social history of an area.

For more info, please visit www.janeslondonwalks.com

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FAQs

What is the minimum age to attend this event?

There is no minimum age
No charge for children aged 5 or younger. Children 6-15yrs = concession rate
All children 15 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult – one child per paying adult.

Can I just show up and pay on arrival?

No – this is a ticketed event with a maximum group size – places must be booked in advance.

Where exactly does this tour start?

Details of the exact meeting point will written in plain written english on your booking confirmation and ticket which will both be sent via email after purchase. This info will be at the bottom, so keep scrolling down!

What if I am running late?

Details of the first part of the route will be explained near the bottom of your emailed ticket

Do I have to bring a copy of my ticket to the event?

No – you will simply be asked your name

Can I get a refund / is my ticket transferrable?

As you can appreciate, refunds and reallocations do not apply to people who simply do not show up on the day!
You can organise your own refund through Eventbrite's ticketing system up to 7 days before the walk starts. However, please note that the booking fee (absorbed within the ticket price) is not refundable.
Alternatively, I can hold your purchase for transfer to another Jane's London Walk within the next three months – please notify me in writing via email/text at least 48 hours before this walk is due to start.

What if it's raining?

Walking tours will go ahead, rain or shine.
However, if severely adverse conditions are forecast, or other unforeseen complications cause the event to be cancelled, you will receive notification and a full refund.

Is this tour suitable for wheelchairs?