Join expert tour guides for a historical journey through 160 years of Baker Street Station, one of the oldest underground stations in the world.
Join us as we discover the origins of the world's first underground network.
Opened on January 10, 1863, as part of the Metropolitan Railway, Baker Street was the birthplace of a revolutionary idea—transporting passengers beneath the congested streets of Victorian London. Cutting a 90-minute journey to just 20 minutes, the Met revolutionized travel in the city and provided the foundation for subway systems around the world.
Explore the closed parts of the station, including original platforms, disused elevator shafts, and hidden corridors in plain sight—some of which were last accessed by the public over 75 years ago, in 1945. Learn about the station's history as the London Underground's Operational Headquarters and hear firsthand accounts from those who worked (and played) there over the years.
This tour will take you on a historical journey through the station's 160 years, beginning with the early days of Victorian-era underground steam travel and ending at the bustling 10-platform, five-line station it is today.
Along the way, you'll hear what early passengers thought about underground travel in 1863, how the Underground grew and expanded over the next 16 decades, and how Baker Street served not only passengers but also London Underground employees. Notes: - To plan your journey to the meeting point, we recommend using TfL's Journey Planner or downloading the TfL Go app.
A member of the Hidden London team will meet you upon arrival. Please arrive 15 minutes before the time shown on your ticket.
What should I wear? Visitors must wear flat, sturdy shoes. Visitors wearing sandals, open-toed shoes, or high heels will be refused entry due to health and safety restrictions. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, as there are uneven underfoot conditions throughout the tour.
Are children allowed? Children under 10 are not permitted on the tour. Children aged 10 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult. There is a maximum of four children (aged 10 to 15) per adult.
How long will the tour last? Your tour will last 85 minutes and will involve walking for most of that time. There will be no seating available.
Are there restrooms or changing rooms on the tour? There are no public restrooms or changing rooms available on the tour. Please do not bring large or heavy bags.
What is the tour like? Are there stairs or elevators? Is it accessible? There are several stairs on the tours. While escalators are available, we cannot guarantee step-free access. Therefore, it is recommended that you have an adequate level of fitness to take this tour. You may be refused entry if you appear to not meet this requirement. The tour will include access to confined areas that may be unsuitable for those with claustrophobia. There will be areas with poor lighting and may be dusty. Due to the nature of the tours, we cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs.
About your tickets
After booking your tickets, you'll receive an order confirmation at the email address you provided at checkout. This may take up to 24 hours—please check your spam folder after this time. Tickets are non-transferable. Please bring your email confirmation and ticket (preferably on an electronic device), as well as a photo ID for each ticket holder, to gain entry.
Highlights
See the Baker Street employees' hidden shooting range.
Learn more about the station's history as the operational headquarters of the London Underground.
Travel back to the early years of Victorian steam travel.
Discover corridors last seen by the public 75 years ago.
Hear stories from employees who have worked there over the years.
What includes and does not include
An 85-minute guided tour of Baker Street Underground Station, including exclusive access to disused areas not normally accessible to the public.
Round trip to Baker Street Station
Meeting point
O ponto de encontro para este passeio é do lado de fora da Baker Street Underground Station, em frente à estátua de Sherlock Holmes.
Para cancelamentos feitos em até 17 días antes da data da partida, você não será cobrado. Para cancelamentos com menos de 17 días de antecedência, não há devolução.Se o passeio for cancelado pelo operador devido a circunstâncias imprevistas, será efetuado reembolso total.
General Rules
- To plan your journey to the meeting point, we recommend using TfL's Journey Planner or downloading the TfL Go app. A Hidden London team member will be waiting for you upon arrival. Please arrive 15 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket.
What should I wear? Visitors must wear flat, sturdy shoes. Visitors wearing sandals, open-toe shoes, or high heels will be refused entry due to health and safety restrictions. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, as the terrain is uneven throughout the tour.
Are children allowed? Children under 10 are not permitted on the tour. Children aged 10 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult. There is a maximum of four children (aged 10 to 15) per adult.
How long will the tour last? The tour will last 85 minutes and will involve walking for most of that time. There will be no seating available.
Are there restrooms or changing rooms during the tour? There are no public restrooms or changing rooms available during the tour. Please do not bring large or heavy bags.
What is the tour like? Are there stairs or elevators? Is it accessible? There are several stairs on the tours. While escalators are available, we cannot guarantee step-free access. Therefore, it is recommended that you have an adequate level of fitness to take this tour. You may be refused entry if you do not meet this requirement. The tour will include access to confined areas that may be unsuitable for those with claustrophobia. There will be areas with poor lighting and may be dusty. Due to the nature of the tours, we cannot accommodate guests in wheelchairs.
About your tickets After booking your tickets, you'll receive an order confirmation at the email address you provided at checkout. This may take up to 24 hours—check your spam folder after this time. Tickets are non-transferable. To access, please bring your confirmation email and ticket (preferably on an electronic device), as well as a photo ID for each ticket holder.
