Eating London: The Heart of ‘The City’ Guided Walking Food Tour
Eating London: The Heart of ‘The City’ Guided Walking Food Tour
Duration: 3 hours
3 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Go on a journey through 2,000 years of London history with 7 tastings, from steak & ale pie and whitebait to cardamom buns that melt in your mouth.
Explore the City of London on this 3-hour English-guided food tour, passing Roman ruins, medieval market lanes, and landmarks frequented by Shakespeare.
Taste your way through time at London’s oldest fish house and a charming tavern beloved by Dickens himself.
With your expert guide leading a small group, you’ll savor food as well as tales, from the rise of oyster houses and ale-soaked chophouses to indulgent chocolate parlors.
5 stops on a 3-hour walking food tour of the City of London
Local English-speaking guide
Small group of max. 12 guests
7 tastings (see menu [here](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/a55beb1ea48d6642751315bf93d72fc4-Untitled%20document%20(2).pdf))
Gratuities
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Personal expenses
Additional food or drinks
Narrow London street with view of St. Paul's Cathedral dome, part of Eating London food tour.
Discover London’s original square mile through its food, stories, and centuries of history. From Roman ruins to literary legends, this walking food tour serves up 2000 years of culture, one delicious bite at a time.
Getting started
Meet your guide at the statue of Captain John Smith outside St Mary-le-Bow Church, just a short walk from St Paul’s Tube Station. Look out for your guide wearing a purple Eating Europe bag so they’re easy to spot!
What to expect
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Historic tastings: Enjoy 7 tastings across 5 iconic locations, including London’s oldest fish restaurant, a cozy chophouse, and a centuries-old tavern where Charles Dickens racked up a legendary bar tab.
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Literary & cultural landmarks: Walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare, Dickens, and even Harry Potter as you explore the streets that inspired some of the world’s greatest stories.
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Roman ruins & medieval markets: Uncover London’s roots, from ancient Roman walls to bustling medieval markets. Learn how the spice and sugar trades shaped the city (and its food).
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Insider stories & local flavor: Get a true taste of London life with stories you won’t hear anywhere else, from quirky food facts to the real difference between London and The City of London.
After the tour, you’re free to explore more of the City or revisit your favorite spots. Whether you’re a first-timer or a local, you’ll leave full of flavors and stories you’ll be sharing long after your last bite.
Tour group listening to a guide outside Simpsons in London on the Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Group enjoying drinks on Eating London: Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Narrow London street with view of St. Paul's Cathedral dome, part of Eating London food tour.
Tour group listening to a guide outside Simpsons in London on the Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Group enjoying drinks on Eating London: Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Tour guide explaining a historical statue in London during the Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
What’s not allowed
- Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate for their safety
Accessibility
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This experience is stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Additional information
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Vegetarian-friendly tour, but dietary adaptations are limited due to the historic nature of the experience. This tour is not suitable for vegan or gluten-free diets.
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Itinerary & tastings subject to change due to seasonal availability, individual closings, or local holidays
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Please arrive 15 mins before the scheduled starting time. Tours depart precisely at the scheduled time; late arrivals or no-shows are not eligible for refunds.
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This experience requires a minimum of 2 travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
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Contact info@eatingeurope.com or +1 917-909-6432 for private tours or special requests.
Pouring gravy over pie and mash with a pint of beer on the Eating London food tour.
Sandwich platter and drinks on a table during Eating London: Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Tour guide explaining a historical statue in London during the Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
Pouring gravy over pie and mash with a pint of beer on the Eating London food tour.
Sandwich platter and drinks on a table during Eating London: Heart of 'The City' Food Tour.
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