Brixton History and Culture Private Walking Tour
London, Scotland
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 landmarks and smell mouthwatering smells of world cuisine.
Highlights:
- World Famous Markets
- Street Art/Mural Art
- Afro-Caribbean History
- Musical Roots and Culture
- Brixton Academy
- Pop Brixton
- Electric Avenue
- Immigration history
- Black Cultural Archive
- Cultural local icons eg. David Bowie
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Brixton, London SW9 8HE England
We will see the sites of Brixton, including the Markets, O2, Department Store and Electric Avenue and hear about the history of the area.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Brixton Market - Electric Avenue, Brixton Road, London England
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: O2 Academy, Brixton, 211 Stockwell Road, London SW9 9SL England
Brixton Academy is a mid-sized concert venue located in South West London, in the Lambeth district of Brixton.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Department Store, Brixton, 248 Ferndale Rd, London SW9 8FR, UK
The Department Store is an award-winning refurbishment of a dilapidated Edwardian building in Brixton.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pop Brixton 49 Brixton Station Road, London SW9 8PQ England
David Bowie was born here, and you sense smells around
Duration: 10 minutes
Inclusions
- Local Tour Guide
- Entry/Admission - Brixton Market - Electric Avenue
- Entry/Admission - O2 Academy, Brixton
- Entry/Admission - Pop Brixton
- Entry/Admission - The Department Store, Brixton
Exclusions
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
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