A Camp Self-Guided Tour of London with Paul Baker

50 min – 1 h 10 min Free cancellation Private tour

A Camp Self-Guided Tour of London with Paul Baker, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Created by a Professor of English and leading historian of LGBTQ+ culture, this digital audio experience pulls back the curtain on London’s most flamboyant and subversive history.

While standard group tours stick to well-trodden royal routes, this tour ventures through the sophisticated alleys of Mayfair and the gritty corners of Soho, where "camp" was born as a form of protest and self-expression.

You'll go from the former residence of dandy Beau Brummell to the glamour of The Ritz, pausing at the site where David Bowie got his big break and the theatre where Josephine Baker captivated the city.

Using smart GPS technology, the authentic commentary and atmospheric soundscapes trigger automatically as you walk, functioning entirely offline to ensure your focus remains on the stories rather than your data.

By the time you finish among the neon lights of Old Compton Street, the city’s landmarks will have transformed from mere architecture into a living record of trial and triumph.

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At a glance

Duration: 50 min – 1 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
Included: The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Tickets to optional attractions en route

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Marvel at the glamour of The Ritz and hear stories about its most flamboyant frequenters, including playwright Joe Orton, otherwise known as Edna Welthorpe.
Stop 2

Passing by

Stroll by the iconic Tramp Nightclub, a haven for celebrities and a popular location for films, known for its exclusive and decadent parties.
Piccadilly Circus

Passing by

Hear the incredible story behind the Anteros statue and how Piccadilly Circus has been a popular meeting place and cruising ground for gay men for well over a century.
Stop 4

Passing by

Pass by this historic nightclub where the high kick girls kept a lookout for bombs during World War II and enjoy its vibrant, storied past.
Old Compton Street

Passing by

Walk along this lively street in Soho, known for its thriving LGBTQ+ community and its eclectic mix of bars, clubs, and restaurants.
Prince Edward Theatre

Passing by

Relive Josephine Baker’s most iconic moments at this grand theatre, where she had a month-long gig that left an indelible mark on London's entertainment scene.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Under the blue plaque, the tour starts at 4 Chesterfield St, London W1J 5JF, UK.

End point

The tour ends at Prince Edward Theatre.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

3. Create an account

4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]