London Charlie Chaplin Walking Tour 2 hr 30 min

Follow Charlie Chaplin’s story through the London streets that shaped his early life and career. This 150-minute walking tour begins outside Kennington Station, then explores the neighborhood where Chaplin spent much of his childhood in poverty, including the area of his birthplace. As you move between locations, your guide shares how these formative surroundings influenced the comedian who would become a global star.

A short bus journey carries you across the River Thames to the West End, where famous theaters and glamorous hotels connect with Chaplin’s adult life and career. The walk ends in Leicester Square, among central London’s iconic cinemas. London has been rebuilt many times since Chaplin’s birth, so some stops are locations rather than original surviving buildings. Expect some cobbled streets and wear comfortable footwear.

Discover the city through the places behind the performer on this London Charlie Chaplin walking tour, led by an expert guide. Meet outside Kennington Station 10 minutes before departure and follow Chaplin’s story from childhood streets to the bright lights of the West End.