Embark on a guided food tour through London's Borough Market and beyond. Savor iconic bites, explore two historic markets, and finish with an exclusive wine and cheese pairing in the city’s heart.
London: Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy six tasty samples from British breakfast to sausage rolls and fish & chips.
- Explore Borough Market's rich history, from medieval roots to its vibrant revival
- Discover Leadenhall Market, beautiful Victorian site & Harry Potter filming spot.
- Uncover landmarks like the Monument to the Great Fire & Clink Street
- Finish with a private wine and cheese pairing at a cozy City of London wine bar.
Description
Navigate London’s bustling Borough Market like an insider, skipping the confusion to taste its best bites, from sausage rolls to fish & chips. Explore two of London’s most famous food markets, uncovering their fascinating history and hidden corners. Along the way, discover iconic filming locations and famous landmarks. End your adventure with an exclusive wine and cheese pairing in a charming City of London wine bar.
Borough Market is a paradise for food lovers, but with so many choices, it can be overwhelming. On this guided tour, skip the guesswork and go straight to the best stalls, tasting a selection of London’s most beloved dishes while learning about the market’s 1,000-year history.
Start with a classic British breakfast before moving on to sausage roll, a national favorite. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a comforting British dessert— a warm, buttery fruit crumble. You’ll try it at the place that’s earned national fame. Of course, no visit to Borough Market would be complete without trying perfectly crispy fish & chips.
Between tastings, uncover Southwark’s hidden gems, from a historic pub made famous by Bridget Jones’s Diary to Clink Street, home to one of London’s oldest prisons. Cross the Thames and enter the City of London, where you’ll see a monument to the Great Fire of London, commemorating the 1666 blaze that reshaped the city.
Before reaching Leadenhall Market, indulge in a final sweet treat—delicate, melt-in-your-mouth meringue confections from a celebrated French pastry chef. Then, step inside Leadenhall Market, a breathtaking Victorian marketplace with ties to London’s medieval past. A must-visit for film lovers, this stunning arcade has appeared in multiple blockbuster movies, including Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
Your final stop is an intimate wine bar, where an expert sommelier will guide you through a perfect wine and cheese pairing to end your culinary adventure.
This tour blends history, culture, and unforgettable flavors, offering a one-of-a-kind way to experience London’s most famous food markets.
Included / Excluded
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 6 food tastings
- 2 wine pairings
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 6 Tooley St, London, GB
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets outside Evans Cycles shop located at 6 Tooley St, London SE1 2SY right next to the Gateway Needle .
Start Location Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8rirM3aSjBeb9SVq9
End Location: Baby Bacchus - London Wine Merchants & Bar, 22 Birchin Ln, City of London, London EC3V 9DJ, UK
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- The tour covers lunch
- This tour is in English
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
- This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Pescatarians, Gluten Free or Dairy Free.
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sensible shoes for walking over uneven surfaces make the tour more enjoyable.
- The tour covers lunch.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Additional Information
<div>Ticket Age Range<br>Adult (18+)<br>Child (2-17)<br>Infant (0-1)</div>
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 210 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 12
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
Other products
