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The 9 most popular markets tours in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.
London food tour in Soho or Borough Market with 6+ tastings, pub cheeses, fish & chips, and gin. 3 hours, small group.
“We had a great tour. It was a lot of fun. Our guide was so knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting, filled with history and fun facts and of course all the food tastings were excellent.”
Go under Bristol’s Corn Exchange on a WW2 air raid shelter tour, then snack in St Nicholas Market for $16 and up to 2 hours.
“Very interesting look at the history of the blitz in Bristol and the physical conditions people had to survive in.”
Cycle both Thames banks for landmark views, a guide-led history ride, and market lunch time in central London for $60.
“Framragende guide”
Sample six classic British bites at Borough Market, then walk Southwark to Leadenhall Market and finish with a private wine and cheese pairing.
“Sophie was very knowledgeable sweet gave wonderful recommendations about other things. We should check out while we’re here. This was definitely not a tasting. It’s more like five meals. Everything was wonderful. I highly recommend.”
Camden Market food tour with birria tacos, gin tasting, cheese and cider, fusion plates, Italian wine, and a stretchy dessert.
“Anita was great! Energetic and passionate. Great information about the history of Camden.”
A 4.5-hour guided London hike from Waterloo to Tower Bridge, packed with iconic sights, a Borough Market lunch break, and an optional pub.
“This time, most of the members couldn't join, so it was just the two of us, but we had a really fun time. They were polite in every place, and explained things in a way that was easy to understand, so I'm glad I participated.”
A small-group 3-hour Borough Market food tour with tastings, local stories, hidden routes, and a Thames walk around London Bridge.
“Veronica was an excellent tour guide, very friendly and accommodating! Also the food was all excellent and the market has so many great stories”
3-hour East End food walk with a local: Full English, Brick Lane beigels, fish and chips, craft beer and crumble, 5+ stops.
A small-group Indian cooking masterclass from Hounslow West with a shop visit, spice-blending lessons, chai, lunch, and curry history.
“Monisha was amazing! She’s a great teacher, very easy to talk to, and clearly an expert chef. The food turned out great and we will definitely be using the recipes she gave us!”
