Jack the Ripper Tour

Tour Guide — Tue, 11 May 2010 08:56:04 +0000

Jack's London

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Visit Jack’s London!

Follow the trail of Jack the Ripper, if you dare!

Transport back to murky & mysterious 19th century East London

Shadowy East London

Explore the legend of the Ripper and Whitechapel murders
Walk the cobblestone streets and gas-lit alleyways where Jack lurked

Jack on the prowl

Visit the murder sites where Jack’s victims met their unfortunate end
Discover the notorious pubs where the girls plied their trade
Stop for a nibble & tipple at the Ten Bells, the most famous pub in Ripper history

Ten Bells Pub

Pick-up and drop-off at any central London location is included in tour price
If you have a long flight layover and want a Jack the Ripper Tour of London, we can pick you up at the airport and deliver you back in time for your departing flight (extra charges will apply)
Our drivers are Specialist Trained Ripperologists! Not only do they have the extensive knowledge of London that is typical of London cabbies, they have specialised in the Jack the Ripper legend.
And don’t worry! You will be safe from Jack and enjoy a comfortable tour in one of our Licensed London Black Taxis.
Highlights all of the Jack the Ripper sites in East London. Visit the murder sites among the maze of cobblestone alleyways that helped Jack evade detection and capture.

The Ten Bells Pub

Stop at the Ten Bells Pub, where our Specialist Trained Ripperologist will continue the eery story of how Jack lured the working girls of this pub to their fate. The Ten Bells is indelibly linked with the Jack the Ripper Story and still looks much like it did in 1888.

Walk the maze of cobblestone alleyways

We also stop at the White Hart pub, a true Jack the Ripper landmark and where one of the major suspects actually worked.

For more information and prices, visit our Jack the Ripper page.

Wheelchair Accessible

All our taxis are wheelchair accessible. Slight modifications can be made to the tour, if necessary, for easier wheelchair access. Our drivers are always pleased to help.

Some electric wheelchairs may be too wide, so please phone us for specific information if you are travelling with an electric wheelchair.

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Ripperology

Ghastly Headlines

The term “ripperology” was coined to describe the study and analysis of the Ripper cases.

Because the murders were never solved, the legends surrounding them became a combination of genuine historical research, folklore, and pseudohistory. There are over one hundred theories about the Ripper’s identity, and the murders have inspired multiple works of fiction.

East London: Quirky Fashion, Contemporary Art, & Unique Nosh

Tour Guide — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:27:34 +0000

There are still some corners of London where quirky fashion, contemporary art, & cultural food thrives.

Go East to find areas that thrive with items crafted by young British designers. Brick Lane is one of those areas.

An old building that used to be the Truman Brewery stands out from the rest of the street and is packed with independent shops. The Truman Brewery has been an important creative and cultural hub.

One shop at the old brewery sells clothing made out recycled material. You can make a one-of-a-kind item from one of your old garments; just bring it to the shop and the designer will make it into a new item for you. Other shops sell vintage clothing.

Many shops in the area encourage young designers to display their collections by offering affordable rental rates, allowing talent scouts from major chains to find budding designers.

Besides Brick Lane and the Truman Brewery, East London has several neighborhoods boasting dozens of independent shops. Socially aware shoppers can buy a wedge card from www.wedgecard.co.uk for 10 pounds, of which 5 goes to a local charity. The card allows you to support local shops while obtaining special offers and discounts from over 150 businesses in the East End.

Apart from shopping, East London is also increasingly known for contemporary art, with many galleries, museums and shops. With more than 80 art galleries, there’s something for everyone’s taste in the East End. Don’t miss the famous WhiteCube and Whitechapel Art Gallery, but also look out for hidden gems scattered all around this area waiting to be discovered. Dozens of the area’s galleries host cultural events and contemporary art exhibitions.

And talk about food! If you’re after comfort food, Brick Lane is THE place for bagels and baltis. If you are craving a curry or just need a quick bite, head for the famous Brick Lane Beigel Bake, which is ALWAYS open–24 hours a day, 365 days a year. (You are sure to see one or two London Black Taxi drivers in there at any time of the day or night!)

Want to Visit East London?

If you have a notion to visit this quirky corner of London, we can whisk you there on our Customised London Tour.

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