Experience London in a whole new way by immersing yourself in the fascinating world of scents that once filled its streets. From the aromatic Lavender Hill and Tanner Street to exploring how royalty and servants alike smelled during historical times, this tour will ignite your senses and transport you to an era where fragrances were an integral part of life. We kick off the olfactory journey with a hot chocolate before wandering the charming village of Belgravia, discovering the imposing grand houses that once dominated its main streets. Stumbling upon the backyards, mews, and pubs of these properties, we'll be taken back to simpler times through captivating scents, allowing us to envision a London untouched by pollution and automobiles. As we enter a park, you'll breathe in the fresh surroundings while contemplating the significance of these havens during plague times. Our journey continues to St. James's, the royal stomping ground, where we'll delve into the scents of kings, queens, princesses, and mistresses. Uncover intriguing stories, such as which king sought refuge in the hearth on his wedding night due to his new wife's scent and which king had a fondness for the aroma of oranges.

We also have a version of this tour called Fragrant London for adults only which includes the above and visits to a few fragrance houses.

London Smells!

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  • £275 for up to 8 guests

  • About 2.5 hours.

  • Up to 8 guests per guide.

  • Covent Garden, Soho, Green Park, Mayfair

  • Knoops, 2A New Row, Covent Garden, London, WC2N 4LH. Alternatively, we can meet you at your hotel or accommodation. 

  • I cannot recommend this enough - great insights and Emma is a superstar. The tour is well thought out and brings so many revealing facts in a delightful way.

    Tim

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