• Moorgate Tube Station - Discover one of London’s historic Underground stations!

First opened in 1865 as Moorgate Street, Moorgate station was part of the initial extension of the Metropolitan line, paving the way for the ‘Deep Tube’ system.

Join this guided tour to explore the intriguing network of unused tunnels and forgotten tracks that have developed over nearly 160 years of renovations and improvements. Walk along the deserted tracks, appreciate the original passenger corridors decorated with vintage glass tiles and posters, and learn about the innovative adaptations made to accommodate the needs of this ever-expanding city. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to glimpse into London’s underground history!

• 80-minute guided tour
• Explore Moorgate Tube station’s hidden secrets

• Travel to and from Moorgate station

For those eager to delve into London’s hidden history, this tour provides a distinctive behind-the-scenes adventure.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore secret corridors that have been inaccessible to the public for years. Stroll through the original passageways of the City and South London Railway, featuring stunning Victorian glass tiles from 1900 and remnants of vintage posters.

Descend into the ‘Catacombs’ beneath The Barbican Estate and traverse the unused tracks of the City Widened Line, uncovering the significant transformations of the area in the late 20th century.

Discover Moorgate’s intriguing history as a terminus for railways such as the Metropolitan and the Great Northern and City Railways, and learn about its role as the starting point for the world’s first deep tube, the City and South London Railway, which commenced in 1890.

Enjoy engaging tales about Moorgate’s era as a freight terminal and observe how its deserted spaces have been adapted for contemporary use.

• Tours are not suitable for children under 10 years of age
• There is a maximum of four children (aged 10-15 yrs) allowed per adult
• All guests must bring photo ID
• Open-toed shoes are not allowed
• No food or drinks allowed on the tour
• Please do not bring luggage or large bags - there is no cloakroom
• The tour involves a lot of walking, including areas of uneven ground and low lighting
• Tours are not step free and including walking up and down flights of stairs
• There’s no elevator

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.