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Great Brixton History and Culture Experience
(2) Reviews
London
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You won't find a part of London as diverse in either history or culture, than this Electric hub that is Brixton. The ethnic diversity of Brixton is reflected in the food, markets, street art, murals, music and atmosphere of community and passion.
But Brixton's past reflects the wider history of London: changing times have brought lightning-fast transformations for areas like this one. Taking it from poverty to glamorous a Victorian suburb, to the hub of the Afro-Caribbean community since the 1950's.
More recently, the turbulence of the 1980s saw hope emerge as the struggle for identity was realised by the local community. On this tour, you will hear fascinating stories, see iconic landmar...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local Tour Guide
In-person guide is licensed/certified
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
David Bowie Memorial
We meet outside the David Bowie Mural on Tunstall Road
Return
Great Brixton History and Culture Experience
(2) Reviews
London
About
You won't find a part of London as diverse in either history or culture, than this Electric hub that is Brixton. The ethnic diversity of Brixton is reflected in the food, markets, street art, murals, music and atmosphere of community and passion.
But Brixton's past reflects the wider history of London: changing times have brought lightning-fast transformations for areas like this one. Taking it from poverty to glamorous a Victorian suburb, to the hub of the Afro-Caribbean community since the 1950's.
More recently, the turbulence of the 1980s saw hope emerge as the struggle for identity was realised by the local community. On this tour, you will hear fascinating stories, see iconic landmar...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local Tour Guide
In-person guide is licensed/certified
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
David Bowie Memorial
We meet outside the David Bowie Mural on Tunstall Road
Return
Itinerary
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Brixton
We will see the sites of Brixton, including the Markets, O2, Department Store and Electric Avenue and hear about the history of the area.
40 minutes
2
Brixton Market - Electric Avenue
Brixton Market comprises a street market in the centre of Brixton, south London, and the adjacent covered market areas in nearby arcades Reliance Arcade, Market Row and Granville Arcade.
10 minutes
3
O2 Academy, Brixton
Brixton Academy is a mid-sized concert venue located in South West London, in the Lambeth district of Brixton.
10 minutes
4
The Department Store, Brixton
The Department Store is an award-winning refurbishment of a dilapidated Edwardian building in Brixton.
10 minutes
5
Pop Brixton
David Bowie was born here, and you sense smells around
10 minutes
6
Windrush Square
Discover the history of this iconic place.
10 minutes
7
Brixton Village
Enjoy this undercover market, amalgamating the old and new Brixton.
10 minutes
8
Brixton House Theatre
Hear about the artistic and cultural history of the area.
