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Welcome to the starting point of our Jack the Ripper guided tour. Please read through this page carefully so you know exactly where to meet us, so that you don’t miss out on the exciting beginning of our one-of-a-kind journey.

Where to Meet (Jack the Ripper, Aldgate)

Our Jack the Ripper tour group meets outside of Exit 3 of Aldgate East Underground station, which is signposted as ‘Whitechapel Art Gallery’. This is where your guide will be waiting to meet you and begin the thrilling story of Jack the Ripper.

Please aim to arrive at our meeting point by 7.20 pm, giving you around ten minutes to get settled before our tour departs sharply at 7.30 pm.

Recognising Your Guide

Our Jack the Ripper tour guides are easy to spot! Just look out for someone carrying a large book that’s embroidered with our Jack the Ripper logo and head to them. Your tour guide will certainly be very hard to miss!

If, however, you do have difficulty locating them for any reason, then you can call or text us on 078 0306 7544, and we’ll help you to find and join your group as quickly as possible to avoid missing out and join in the fun of discussing your theories with others.

Directions to Jack the Ripper Tour, Aldgate East

If you’re travelling via the underground, you need to stop at Aldgate East Station and follow the signs for Whitechapel Gallery inside the station. This will lead you to Exit 3, where you will then turn right onto the high street and meet your group outside the gallery.

If arriving by other means, please make sure you’re making your way to Aldgate East station and not Aldgate Station, because they are not the same!

What to Do if You’re Running Late

We understand that things don’t always go to plan. If you’re facing a delay, then don’t panic. Please follow the steps below to ensure you can join the group in time at the next stop.

The first stop after the meeting point will be at Gunthorpe Street, which is just past the White Hart Pub, at a small, cobbled street between the pub and Albers shop. The group will be here until 7.45 pm.

The next stop after Gunthorpe will be at Thrawl Street, at the junction of Brick Lane and outside the Shaad Indian Restaurant. To get to this stop, you’ll need to carry on from Gunthorpe Street and turn right onto Wentworth Street, walk to the end of the road and then turn left onto Brick Lane. The group on this tour will be at this location until around 8 pm.

Our tour guide can be reached on 078 0306 7544. You’re welcome to call or text us if you’re experiencing problems getting to us. Our phone line is open until 8 pm.

If you find yourself missing any of the above spots and arrive after 8 pm and can’t locate the group, then you may have missed the tour. Do not worry, though, as your tickets are valid for up to six months, so you’re welcome to contact us and reschedule your tour for another date and time.

Why the Meeting Point Matters

Our Jack the Ripper tour Aldgate East begins from this exact location because it is central to the story of Jack the Ripper. Right in the heart of Whitechapel’s East End, your journey will begin from the dark and terrifying alleys where the first murder took place.

We’ll be leading you into the world of Jack the Ripper at Aldgate East. From Gunthorpe Street to Thrawl Street, you will learn more about his victims, the suspects and gain a real insight into the police investigation. Our professional tour guides will transport you back in time using handheld projectors, bringing historic images of the dark streets of Whitechapel in 1888 back to life against a backdrop of what stands today.

Please Remember

• Arriveat your meeting point by 7:20 pm
• Yourtour will depart at 7:30 pm sharp.
• Ifyou’re using public transport to get to us, then please factor in extra time. It’s better to wait for the tour to start rather than miss the start! If you are running late, then please follow the directions mentioned above.
• Please notethat once we move on from Thrawl Street, we cannot guarantee a chance for you to rejoin the group.
• Your ticketsremain valid for up to 6 months if you need to reschedule your tour due to arrival concerns.

Need Help?

If you have any questions or you’re struggling to locate the Jack the Ripper Tour London Aldgate East meeting point, then don’t panic. Please call or text us on 07803 067544. You can also get in touch via email info@thejacktherippertour.com for any other assistance.

Book our thrilling Jack the Ripper tour today for an exciting, gory journey that transports you back to the Autumn of Terror of 1888 and Jack the Ripper’s chilling crimes.