Jack the Ripper Walking Tour London: Whitechapel Murder Sites

Walk the cobbled streets where five women were killed, and hear how the Ripper selected his victims from the Ten Bells pub.

A two-hour evening walking tour of Whitechapel in London traces the real murder sites of Jack the Ripper with an expert guide. You visit the locations where victims were discovered, walk the same dark streets the killer prowled, and assess the evidence and theories that have never solved the crime. The tour starts at 7pm outside Whitechapel Gallery.

Step-by-step itinerary

Jack the Ripper walking tour in Whitechapel

• Meet outside Whitechapel Gallery
• Walk Whitechapel murder sites
• Hear history of 19th century Whitechapel
• Visit Spitalfields Market and Ten Bells pub

Stops and time spent at each 3 stops

1. Whitechapel passing by
2. Whitechapel Road 45m
3. Old Spitalfields Market 45m

What’s included

• Visit to the actual locations where victims were discovered.
• expert guide who specializes in the Ripper case and reveals the evidence, clues and theories.
• personal audio headset for clear audio throughout the tour.

Times

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• Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 19:00

Information

Two-hour walking tour of Whitechapel's Jack the Ripper murder locations with an expert guide who reveals the evidence.

Group Up to 30 · max 9 per booking

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts. See the exact address

Book up to 6h before

Ages Adult (17 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Child (12 to 16 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Public transport nearby

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The experience

The tour departs at 7pm from outside Whitechapel Gallery and moves through the cobbled streets and alleyways of Victorian Whitechapel, the neighborhood gripped by fear during the late 19th century when five women were murdered and mutilated by a killer who was never caught. Your guide, a Ripper-ologist, reveals the gruesome details behind each death and how the killer operated in trademark fashion, painting a picture of life in the area during this period. Over a hundred theories exist about the Ripper's identity, and the mystery remains unsolved to this day.

The route takes in Old Spitalfields Market and the Ten Bells pub, where it is rumoured the killer visited and selected his unwitting victims as they drank. You'll stand at the actual locations where victims were discovered and follow the murderous trail with someone who specializes in this case. The two-hour walk covers the key sites and evidence, giving you the chance to assess the clues and try to solve one of crime's greatest mysteries yourself.

Wear comfortable shoes and bring a waterproof coat or umbrella, as the tour runs rain or shine. A personal audio headset is provided for the best audio experience. Public transportation options are available near the starting point. The tour is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility, and parental discretion applies for younger visitors: children are welcome from age 12, though the tour is not recommended for anyone of a nervous disposition or those frightened of the dark.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (12 to 16 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What were the Whitechapel Murders and why is Jack the Ripper still unsolved?

During three months in the late 19th century, five women were murdered and brutally mutilated in Whitechapel by a killer who was never caught. The identity of the Ripper remains a mystery, with well over a hundred theories existing about who he was. The tour explores the evidence and clues that have never led to a definitive answer.

Where does the tour start and what time does it begin?

The tour starts at 7pm outside Whitechapel Gallery. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need to reach the starting point.

Will I visit the actual murder locations?

Yes, you visit the real-life locations where victims were discovered and walk the same dark, cobbled streets and alleyways where the Ripper operated. The route includes Old Spitalfields Market and the Ten Bells pub, where the killer is rumoured to have selected his victims.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs for two hours and covers the key Whitechapel sites with your expert guide.

Operated by Evan Evans Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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