WHEN Friday 25 July to Friday 1 August

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ADDRESS , Soho, London

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COMPANY London: Hard Rock Walking Tour with Optional Lunch

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Highlights

• Immerse yourself in 'The Vault', Hard Rock's own collection of rock memorabilia
• Sit down to lunch at the world’s first Hard Rock Cafe (if lunch option selected)
• Discover the story behind songs and bands that defined rock music
• Explore backstreets of London frequented by the stars
• Learn more from your specialist rock guide

Description

Re-trace the steps of bands and icons that defined our times and learn of their camaraderie and fearless invention as they wiped clean and drew again the face of popular music. Your small group walking tour is led by an expert Rock Guide and includes access to ‘The Vault’ – London’s only rock n’ roll museum. SIDE ONE Hard Rock Cafe London Piccadilly Circus 3 Savile Row - Beatles Apple Records rooftop gig Heddon Street - David Bowie, Ziggy Stardust album cover Carnaby Street - Fashion history, location of Don Arden's office (Small Faces & Black Sabbath manager) Courthouse Hotel - Former Magistrates Court where Brian Jones, Mick Jagger, Marianne Faithfull, John Lennon, Yoko Ono and Johnny Rotten stood trial for drug offences The London Palladium - Biggest gig in showbiz - Beatles played in 1964 and everyone from The Damned to Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye and Joan Baez has played here SIDE TWO Handel Hendrix House - self explanatory! The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London - Bob Dylan stayed here in 62/63 (1st outside US trip) and was asked to leave because he played guitar and smoked weed in the lobby; he was back in 1966 when P McCartney came to visit him with an advance copy of Revolver Curzon Square - The flat in which Keith Moon died in 1978; Mama Cass also died here; it was owned by Harry Nilsonn. Hard Rock Cafe, Old Park Lane OPTIONAL EXTRA: Stay for a delicious 2-course lunch at the world's first Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy freshly prepared entrees and classic favourites like the Legendary® Burger along with a soft drink, tea or coffee. Known for its authentic dining, world class entertainment and proudly boasting a Mayfair neighbourhood address, Hard Rock London was the first cafe where the classes and Rock Glitterati mingled. Opened in 1971, the exceptional cuisine is only matched by the wonderous surroundings. Next to the bar you will see the guitar that started Hard Rock’s legendary reputation for exceptional pieces of memorabilia – Eric Clapton’s red Fender Leader II guitar.

Includes

90 minute live guided walking tour Access to 'The Vault', Hard Rock's own collection of rock memorabilia 2-course lunch (only if option including lunch is selected at check out) Expert Rock Guide Personal audio headsets to hear the guide's live commentary

Important Information

• The tour contains adult themes due to the nature of the subject matter – please use parental discretion
• Lunch at the Hard Rock Cafe is from a set 2-course menu and is only included if selecting the 'including lunch' option

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund