East London Food Tour: Borough Market & Old Spitalfields Market

Q: "Is this tour family friendly?")

"Yes. This is a guided walking food experience, so it works best for kids who can comfortably walk over 1.5 miles and enjoy trying new foods.")

Q: "What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?")

"This experience is not wheelchair accessible and includes over 1.5 miles of walking. ")

Q: "Does this tour run if it rains?")

"Yes. This tour runs rain or shine, so bring a light rain jacket or umbrella if the forecast looks wet.")

Q: "Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?")

"Vegetarians are welcome. Please contact us in advance with any allergies or dietary needs so we can do our best to accommodate.")

Q: "Do the tastings ever change?")

"Yes. Samples may occasionally vary on the day of your tour.")

Sample 5 tastings and hear neighborhood stories on a small group walk with an expert

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· 3h · England, United Kingdom

East London Food Tour: Borough Market & Old Spitalfields Market

Indulge in the diverse flavors of multicultural London on a guided stroll through the city’s most vibrant food hubs. This three-hour experience starts at Old Spitalfields Market for dumplings and chai before heading toward the world-renowned Borough Market. Taste five different specialties with surprise samplings while learning about the area’s rich history. It's the best way to eat like a local and discover why East London is a culinary powerhouse.

What You Get With This Tour

Chase flavors across East London
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided walking tour
5 savory & sweet food tastings
Dumplings, chai and British cheese tastings
Guide tips

Tour Itinerary

1

Your tour begins at St. John Bread and Wine
Meet your guide outside this culinary landmark at 94-96 Commercial Street. You will gather with your small group and prepare for an afternoon of exploring the historic streets and bustling markets of East London.
2

Taste global flavors at Old Spitalfields Market
Explore this Victorian market hall that has served the neighborhood for over 350 years. Sample authentic dumplings and delicious chai while your guide explains how this former silk-trading hub became a global center for street food.
3

Walk the historic streets of the East End
Follow your guide toward the River Thames while learning about the neighborhood’s transformation. Pass through vibrant streets known for industrial heritage before crossing toward the south bank’s most famous food destination.
4

Discover the bounty of Borough Market
Enter London’s oldest food market to experience a sensory overload of gourmet produce. Visit specialized stalls to taste local British cheeses and artisanal ice cream while navigating the iconic green ironwork and historic stalls.
5

Your tour finishes at Borough Market
Your culinary journey concludes in the heart of the market where you can continue exploring independently. You will leave with a full stomach and expert recommendations for the best local pubs and dinner spots to visit next.

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: This experience is not wheelchair accessible and involves walking over 1.5 miles.
Weather Advisory: This tour runs rain or shine.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you. Vegetarians are welcome.
Please Note: Tastings may vary.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.