London Baker Street: Hidden Tube Station Tour
Explore London's fist underground that changed urban travel
Embark on a guided walking tour of the historic Baker Street Station, a fascinating journey through time uncovering hidden corners unseen by the public for over seven decades. Explore the origins of the world's pioneering underground network with exclusive access to the station's secret, unused areas. Step back in time to January 10, 1863, when Baker Street Station opened its doors in Victorian London, marking a pivotal moment in urban transportation with the launch of the Metropolitan Railway. Witness how this innovative concept transformed a 90-minute commute into a mere 20-minute journey beneath the bustling city streets. Discover the station's hidden gems on this excursion, including original platforms, abandoned lift shafts, and intricate corridors dating back to 1945.
What's Included
- 85-minute tour of Baker Street Underground Station, including the hidden areas
What's Not Included
- Travel to and from Baker Street Station
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Explore London's fist underground that changed urban travel
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Duration: 01:25
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Additional Information & Description
Join a guided walking tour of the historical Baker Street Station. This train station tour is an intriguing voyage through time, exploring corners hidden from public view for over seven decades. Venture into the unknown and find the roots of the world’s pioneering underground network.
Overview
The trip grants exclusive access to the station’s clandestine, unused quarters. Travel back to the era of Victorian Londoners on the 10th of January 1863, when Baker Street Station first opened its doors as an integral part of the revolutionary Metropolitan Railway. This game-changing idea of transporting passengers beneath the city’s busy streets slashed a tiresome 90-minute commute to just 20 minutes, forever revolutionizing urban travel.
Highlights
- Exclusive 85-minute tour of Baker Street Underground Station
- Explore hidden areas not accessible to the public
- Visit original platforms, deserted lift shafts, and maze-like corridors dating back to 1945
Details
This expedition contains visits to the station’s concealed treasures – original platforms, deserted lift shafts, and maze-like corridors dating back to 1945. Learn about the fascinating history of the station and the impact it had on urban transportation. Discover how this underground marvel paved the way for modern subway systems around the world.
Experience
Step into the shoes of early commuters and imagine what it must have been like to travel through this underground marvel in its early days. Gain insights into the challenges faced by engineers and visionaries who brought this ambitious project to life. This immersive experience will transport you to a bygone era and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the evolution of urban travel.
Ticket Inclusions
- 85-minute guided tour of Baker Street Underground Station
- Access to hidden areas not open to the public
- Fascinating insights into the history of the station and its impact on urban transportation
Embark on a journey through time and space as you explore the hidden depths of Baker Street Station. Uncover the secrets of London’s first underground that changed the way people moved around the city. Book your ticket now and delve into a world of intrigue and innovation beneath the bustling streets of London.
Distributor of "London Baker Street: Hidden Tube Station Tour"
London Transport Museum Limited