Borough Market & Bankside Guided Walking Food Tour

Experience Borough Market food culture up close

Delve deep into London’s vibrant culinary world with this expertly guided small-group food tour through Borough Market and Bankside. Meet your local guide near the market entrance and get ready for a journey that brings together historic flavours, hidden stories and renowned British dishes.

Start your walking adventure

Gather at 9 Stoney Street, just by Borough Market’s lively stalls. Your English-speaking guide confirms your booking and introduces the day’s itinerary so you know what to expect before you start sampling. No security lines—simply bring your enthusiasm for great food and local tales.

Savour the best of Borough Market

As you stroll through the heart of the market, your guide shares the 1,000-year-old stories that have shaped this area into a foodie destination. You’ll pause for tastings at classics like a traditional London chippy, local cheesemonger and artisan dessert stalls. Delight in pastries, meats, fine cheeses, innovative sweets from famous bakeries and more, all sourced from passionate London vendors.

• Try six handpicked tastings—each one highlighting a different facet of British food culture

• Sample signature drinks including British ale, cider and a selection of regional bites

• Play your part in London’s living food history by engaging with local traders

Discover hidden gems and historic sites

The walk continues along Bankside, where the city’s past comes to life. Hear tales of Shakespeare visiting a chapel now in ruins, pass by remnants of ancient Roman roads, and see the sites of both London Bridge and the notorious Clink Prison. Let your guide regale you with little-known facts about the area’s role in shaping London’s social and food culture.

• Journey past longstanding taverns and lesser-known local pubs

• Admire centuries-old architecture and bring the city’s food stories to life

• Capture unforgettable moments and get insider advice on where to dine post-tour

End your experience near Bankside

As your food tour finishes up in the vibrant Bankside area, your guide shares favourite picks for further exploration. You’re close to public transport and a host of stellar eateries, so whether you want a second sweet treat or just want to soak up more of London’s market ambiance, you’ll know where to go next.

This tour brings history, flavour and local connection together—the perfect way to experience the real taste of London.

Book your Borough Market & Bankside Guided Walking Food Tour tickets now!