About this tour
Walk through King's Cross and Clerkenwell with Ben, a guide with lived experience of homelessness, who reveals how these neighbourhoods evolved from neglected districts into vibrant quarters. Over two hours, you'll navigate backstreet routes and quiet spaces whilst hearing authentic accounts that challenge common assumptions about street life in London. Your ticket fee directly supports the guide, enabling Unseen Tours' mission to build livelihoods and shift public conversation around homelessness.
Highlights
- Backstreet route through King's Cross and Clerkenwell
- Insider perspective from guide with homelessness experience
- Neighbourhood transformation story told on foot
- Hidden alleys and quieter public squares
- Direct financial support for your guide's livelihood
What to expect
Expect a conversational two-hour walk that moves beyond typical tourist landmarks. Your guide will show you corners of these areas most visitors never see, explaining the gritty reality of street homelessness alongside the visible regeneration. The pace is accessible for all fitness levels, with time to pause and absorb each location. Rather than a polished narrative, you'll hear unfiltered street knowledge—the kind only someone who's navigated these pavements can offer. Bring comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible throughout. Prams welcome. Service animals permitted. Public transport stations nearby. All surfaces wheelchair-friendly. Suitable for any fitness level. No meals included.
Frequently asked
- How long does London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited take?
- London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited cost?
- Prices start from AUD $42 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.