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Devour London: Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine

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About this activity

Borough Market is a food lover’s dream, and this guided tour takes you straight to the best stalls. Taste iconic British dishes while learning about the market’s 1,000-year history. Start with a British breakfast, enjoy a sausage roll, and try a warm fruit crumble. No visit is complete without crispy fish & chips. Along the way, explore Southwark’s hidden gems, including a pub from Bridget Jones’s Diary and Clink Street, home to one of London’s oldest prisons. Cross the Thames to see the Great Fire of London monument commemorating the 1666 blaze that reshaped the city. A final sweet treat at Leadenhall Market, a stunning Victorian marketplace. A must-visit for film lovers, this stunning arcade has appeared in multiple blockbuster movies, including Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Finish with a wine and cheese pairing at a cozy wine bar. This tour blends history, culture, and unforgettable flavors, offering a way to experience London’s most famous food markets.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Local English-speaking guide
    • Borough of City of London
    • Leadenhall Market
    • 2 wine pairings
    • 6 food tastings
    • Borough of Southwark
    • 6 tasting stops including Borough Market

    Not included

    • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Meet your guide and start your culinary adventure through London's oldest borough with a bacon and egg roll from a restaurant that's become an institution in the neighborhood.

      35 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Borough Market

      Try a British breakfast classic, the sausage roll, from a small shop that does it best and is beloved by locals. You might recognize this next stop from its social media fame, but the impeccable quality and ethically sourced ingredients in each one of their sweet treats makes it a must-visit. You’ll try one of their modern interpretations of a classic British dessert.

      45 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    3. Walk through historic Southwark, see a famous pub from Bridget Jones’s Diary, and learn about London’s eerie past at Clink Prison.

      20 minutesAdmission free

    4. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Next, you'll head to the best place in town for fish and chips. Try an award-winning version and learn about the fascinating Southern European roots of this now quintessentially British dish.

      20 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    5. Monument to the Great Fire of London

      Discover the story behind the devastating fire of 1666 and how it reshaped the city.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Enjoy delicate, handcrafted meringue confections from a renowned French pastry chef.

      15 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    7. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Step inside a stunning Victorian marketplace, famous for its architecture and film history, including scenes from Harry Potter.

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    8. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Conclude your tour with an exclusive wine and cheese pairing, guided by an expert sommelier.

      35 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    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.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The tour covers lunch
    • Sensible shoes for walking over uneven surfaces make the tour more enjoyable.
    • This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Pescatarians, Gluten Free or Dairy Free
    • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
    • This tour is English.
    • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
    • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
    • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • • 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. • Sensible shoes for walking over uneven surfaces make the tour more enjoyable. • This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Gluten Free or Dairy Free • This tour covers lunch • Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you. • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour. • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
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    Devour UK Food Tours
    Product code
    251984P3

    Customer reviews

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