THE CITY. A welcome player in London's recent glut of blood-and-gore tourist attractions, this walk is guided by a local actor who knows how to tell a gruesome story. Lasting about an hour and a half, the walk points out major sites related to tortures, executions, grave robbers, and serial killers. Despite the gore, there's a lot of unique historic information provided. If you have a penchant for the creepy, try this tour ­ which, of course, kids love. The walk starts from the Barbican underground station (on Aldersgate Street between Long Lane and Carthusian Street). Always call beforehand to check availabilty and times. TUBE: Barbican

Mon 2pm, Wed 7pm, Thu-Fri 2pm and 7pm, Sat 11:30am and 2:30pm

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