Book TourFrom medieval witches and alchemists to tales of great illusionists past and present, learn about the true history of MAGIC in London with a Blue Badge Tourist Guide… and magician!
Lost theatres, fascinating real-life magic tales and sparkly anecdotes make this 1.5 hour tour a real treat: a relaxing and entertaining experience which will leave you happy and full of wonder.
London Magic Tour
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"Those who don't believe in magic will never find it"
Roald Dahl
A unique walk through London’s magical history with a magical guide — discover the magic side of London beyond Harry Potter!
I will tell you about the real Nicolas Flamel and his quest for alchemy, the subversive history of the Top Hat, and the real-life witches who inspired the great William Shakespeare. I will explain how professional eccentrics have defied superstition on the streets of St James's for centuries, and talk you through the history of great illusionists who fought for fame and glory in grand West End theatres. We will learn how science and magic are often closely intertwined, discuss the secrets of real magic... and maybe even witness some!
Come and explore London like never before in this lively & entertaining walk — whether you are a born-and-bred Londoner or a passer-by, you will LOVE it!
Price: £15 per person (£10 for concession, £5 for kids under 15 accompanied by an adult).
Meeting point: in front of St James’s Palace, at the bottom of St James’s Street.
Upcoming dates:
Tuesday October 6th at 2pm
Tuesday October 13th at 2pm
Thursday October 15th at 2pm
Saturday October 17th at 2pm
Tuesday October 20th at 2pm
Thursday October 22nd at 2pm
Saturday October 24th at 11am & 2pm
Saturday October 31st at 11am & 2pm
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Type: Drop-in tourDuration: 1.5 hours
Maximum number people: 30 (drop-in)
Meet: In front of St James’s Palace, at the bottom of St James’s Street
Price: £15 per person (£10 for concession, £5 for kids under 15 accompanied by an adult)
St James’s Palace
Lock & Co Hatters
St James’s Theatre
The Egyptian Hall
Jermyn Street
St James’s Square
The East India Club
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Leicester Square
All of my tours can be tailored to your specific needs and interests! If you would like to arrange a tour for a larger group, or indeed if you have any questions, please get in touch.
Note that I can also guide in French, for an extra £25/tour (total).
Note that I can also guide in French, for an extra £25/tour (total).
Our customers say...
"I absolutely adored my magic tour with Jennifer. Not only is she a professional qualified Blue Badge guide, but she's also a whizz at magic! I love history, so it was really fascinating to learn more about St. James's and the story of magic in London and beyond. Who knew people could get so hysterical about top hats?? What made the experience even more unique, however, was that we weren't just learning about magic, but experiencing it as well! Card tricks, rope tricks, illusions and tricks of the eye. Amazing! Jennifer created the perfect mix of history and performance. She was warm, approachable, and very entertaining. Would definitely go on another one of her tours!"
Amber
"Great value tour not only informative but also very entertaining. Our guide Jennifer had fascinating stories and she guided us through the origins of magic and early magicians as well as famous magicians of the past. We got to discover some hidden gems in central London and she revealed a fascinating history behind some the more known architectural landmarks. During her captivating storytelling our guide kept performing some of her own magic tricks that linked to and enhanced the stories and I must say that they’ve made the whole experience absolutely perfect.
I strongly recommend this to everyone."
Adrian P.
"The combination of walking through an enchanting part of London with great links to the world of magic but the tricks are so good."
T. M.
"An enjoyable, intriguing and entertaining tour, Jen. Thank you. Taking us through the surprising feats of magicians and other aspects of make-believe. A history of St James's I knew nothing about. Real magic tricks as well! A great way to spend an afternoon."
Karen D.
"I went on Jennifer’s Magic London walking tour and it was - well, Magic! Such an interesting and amusing guide with a fund of wonderful stories which Jennifer told in a fascinating and entertaining way. And if this wasn’t enough - Jennifer included practical magic as part of the walk. Her skill as a magician was amazing and the magic was woven into the tour. We learnt so much about Houdini and Victorian magicians such as Nevil Maskelyne , and even Paul Daniels - visiting the very sites where they performed. I’m still scratching my head trying to think how the magic tricks were carried out!!! This is a wonderful walk for both adults and children. Spellbinding!
Martin"
Martin
