Eating London: Borough Market & Bankside Guided Walking Food Tour

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.

Know before you go

What’s not allowed

• Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.

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

Accessibility

• This experience is stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible.

• Your guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

• Vegetarian-friendly tours, but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited.

• Tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk.

• Seasonal and daily menu variations may occur.

• This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests; if not met, rescheduling or reimbursement will be provided.

• Tours depart daily at 10am and 10:30am.

• Please arrive 15 mins before the scheduled starting time. Late arrivals and no-shows are not eligible for refunds.

• Contact info@eatingeurope.com or +1 917-909-6432 for private tours or questions.