About This Tour
Just 300 years ago, the Mayfair and Berkeley Square area was no more than a muddy field. This walk charts its progress from a playground for the aristocracy in the 1700s to today's comfortable mix of luxurious mansions, exclusive shops, enchanting parks and squares. There are hidden gems everywhere, and as we pass houses once occupied by Royalty and the aristocracy, you can marvel at the architecture and be amazed at the beautiful glass and china on display in Mayfair's shop windows! We visit London's most sophisticated department store to hear how they invented the hamper, why Michelle Obama was responsible for clearing its shelves and the inside story of Royal Warrants. Discover how Mayfair used to be one of London's most notorious red light districts and find out its sordid secrets. This tour tells tales of Mayfair's highs and lows, of the characters who called it home and of the odd celebrity with a connection to this fascinating area. 100% of my TripAdvisor are graded Excellent
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Purdey's, the gun and rifle maker

The Paradise of Pink Terracotta

Mount Street Gardens

Home to George IV's friend and confidante

Mayfair's red light district

Asian cuisine on Berkeley Square
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Meeting Point
Under the Colonnade of the Ritz Hotel, Piccadilly, Central London beside the sign on the wall which reads ‘Ritz Club’.
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• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not recommended for participants with back problems • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Hobnob Tours
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