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Borough Market & Bankside Guided Walking Food Tour

Borough Market food stalls with diverse cuisines on Eating London: Borough Market & Bankside Food Tour.
Borough Market food stalls with visitors on Eating London: Borough Market & Bankside Food Tour.
Borough Market food stalls with visitors on Eating London: Borough Market & Bankside Food Tour.
Borough Market food stalls with diverse cuisines on Eating London: Borough Market & Bankside Food Tour.

Duration

3 hrs

Free cancellation

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Meals included

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    • This 3-hour small-group guided walking tour explores Borough Market and Bankside through curated tastings and local stories from a local food expert.

    • See iconic landmarks like London Bridge and Clink Prison while sampling British classics like fish & chips, sausage rolls, and sticky toffee pudding.

    • Hear tales from your local English-speaking guide about the 1,000-year history of Borough Market and its role in shaping London’s food culture.

    • Enjoy tastings of British ale, cider, cheeses, and handmade desserts as you meet local traders and discover hidden food gems in the market.

    • Pass by the ruins of a chapel once attended by William Shakespeare and remnants of a Roman road beneath modern-day London on your walking tour.

    • 3-hour walking food tour of Borough Market and Bankside

    • Brunch and alcoholic beverages (see menu [here])

    • Local English-speaking guide

    • Gratuities

    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    • Additional food and beverages

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Savor British classics and uncover London’s 1,000-year-old food heritage on a guided tasting tour through Borough Market and Bankside.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide just outside Borough Market, where your small group will gather before setting off. Your guide will confirm your booking and introduce the day’s plan—no security checks are required.

    What to expect

    Borough Market & Bankside

    Step into the heart of London’s food culture with a guided walk through Borough Market and the surrounding Bankside area. Taste six curated dishes—from gourmet sausage rolls to artisan cheeses and sticky toffee pudding—while learning about the evolution of British cuisine. The tour also includes tastings of local cider and beer and views of historic sites like London Bridge and Clink Prison.

    Exploring with a guide

    Your guide shares stories about the market’s 1000-year history, the cultural roots of British dishes, and personal tips on where to eat and drink in London.

    Features:

    • Borough Market stalls: Sample British bites at a local chippy, cheesemonger, and dessert shops like Longboys and Humble Crumble.

    • Meals: Includes six tastings—expect savory bites, sweet treats, cider, and beer from trusted local vendors.

    • Bankside: Hear stories of Roman roads, Shakespearean chapels, and hidden pubs.

    • Clink Prison & London Bridge: Learn about the darker corners of London’s history as you walk past these iconic sites.

    Wrapping up

    Your tour ends near Bankside, close to transport links and more eateries. Stay on to explore at your leisure or revisit your favorite stalls.

  • What’s not allowed

    • Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted to guests under the age of 4 years.

    Accessibility

    • People with severe or life-threatening allergies are restricted from participating in this experience.

    Additional information

    • These tours are vegetarian-friendly, but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide near The Market Porter pub.

    • Address: 9 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, UK.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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