Rock n Roll London Walking Tour of Camden
Highlights
- Explore Camden’s vibrant streets and musical ties
- See the area where famous singers lived
- Unearth indie treasures and vintage sounds in Camden’s eclectic market
- Walk along Camden's Music Walk of Fame
Inclusions
What's Included:
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What's Excluded:
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- Once booked, tickets cannot be cancelled or amended.
- This tour is not wheelchair friendly.
- All children, 17 years and younger, must be accompanied by an adult (18 years and over).
Description
Embark on the ultimate musical journey on the Rock n Roll London Walking Tour of Camden. Follow your expert guide as you walk the vibrant streets of the famous borough, explore Camden’s Music Walk of Fame, and learn about the singers and musicians who made the area such an important part of British music history.
As you weave through the streets of Camden and uncover how it came to be a breeding ground for revolutionary sounds you will visit iconic venues such as The Roundhouse, Camden Assembly, and Dingwalls and hear tales of artists such as The Who, Fleetwood Mac, Bob Dylan, The Clash, Ed Sheeran, Adele, Muse, Coldplay and so many more before venturing the Electric Ballroom. This hallowed ground was a rehearsal space for bands and artists such as Wings, Led Zeppelin, Frank Zappa, The Clash, 90’s Britpop, and more recent music.
Continuing, Camden’s cobblestone alleys unveil a hidden world where buskers once carved their names into the annals of music history. Feel the raw authenticity of the streets where Amy Winehouse honed her craft and discover the birthplace of unforgettable melodies that captivated audiences worldwide.
Your guide will share anecdotes about Camden’s role in shaping genres and fostering artistic rebellion. You’ll pass the legendary Camden pub where Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, Pete Doherty, Kate Moss, and Amy Winehouse all drank – if only walls could talk!
The tour ends at Camden Market, a bustling enclave of creativity, where indie bands found their first audience and eclectic sounds continue to permeate the air. Dive into record stores and vintage shops that harbour treasures from musical eras gone by, sparking nostalgia and the thrill of discovery.
This two-hour walk is a mix of history, culture, and sound, offering an immersive experience that transcends time and tunes into the soul of London’s most legendary musical enclave.
Schedule
Days of operation: Saturdays at 2pm
Meeting point: Outside Chalk Farm Station
End location: Camden Market