Discover the real Chelsea rich in history and scandal encompassing princesses to punks, ties with America through plants, cotton and heiress wives to aristocrats.
Walk down hidden streets and explore a property development that Prince Charles influenced and started a public debate on the role and limits of the royals. Uncover why Chelsea residents look young and healthy, learn their habits and foods they eat that are banned in America despite being healthy. Learn which parts of Chelsea are great to buy, and which developments have seedy reputations.
Explore streets inhabited by musicians, artists and writers, uncover the Irish connections to Chelsea. Sarah and Ari crafted this unique walking tour based on their experiences growing up in Chelsea as well as their current professions as art psychotherapists and realtors respectively.
With Sarah's background as a historian, this walk encompasses many different lenses so you are left entertained and informed on multiple levels.
Wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Walking tour which would last 2 hours in total
Please wait outside Ottolenghi cafe on Pavilion Road. Nearest tube station is Sloane Square. If it is raining please feel free to wait inside. There is also a restroom if you need to use the loo before the walking tour. Many people also grab a coffee or water from here before our walk.