Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour
The Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour puts you at the heart of Borough Market with a private, Totally Tailored foodie guide. Meet traders, hear their stories, learn market history, and taste British and international food.
Reasons to Book This Tour
- Perfect For First Time Visitors
- Full Day Tour
- London’s Most Iconic Sights
Set in one of London’s best-known food districts, the Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour gives visitors a relaxed way to discover the character of Borough through its flavors, independent food sellers, and historic surroundings. The experience combines guided exploration with generous tastings, introducing guests to the people and produce that shape the market’s identity. Along the route, there is also time to wander through atmospheric streets close to the market and uncover lesser-known local details. A private guide keeps the experience personal for small groups, with the itinerary designed around conversation, discovery, and a broad selection of food from the area.
Group Size: 2 to 10 guests
Price: £290 + £65 per person
Meet Your Private Foodie Guide
Meet your private foodie guide outside Borough Market at the agreed meeting point.
Learn About Borough Market’s History
Your Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour then begins with an understanding of its history of around 1,000 years. Your guide will explain how the market developed and why it became an important part of the local area.
Meet the People Behind the Food
After that, we will walk through the market and meet some of the traders who work there. You can also ask about their journey and learn about the produce they sell. Your food and culture tour at this location also includes private meet-the-producer talks with market stallholders, along with tastings from their stalls.
Taste Food From the Market
Next, your local food tasting includes tea, cheese, charcuterie, oysters, hot food, and dessert. You will also have a cider tasting during the tour, with enough food provided to make a full meal for each guest.
Explore the Streets Around Borough Market
After that, you leave the main market area, and you will explore the Dickensian backstreets nearby. You can hear facts about the streets and their connection to Borough Market and the surrounding area.
Finish With a Drink
The food walking tour will end with a sit-down drink to toast the tour. You can take this time to chat with your guide, ask questions, and learn more about the market and its local connections.
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm OR 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Meeting Point: Borough Market, with the exact location emailed before the tour
Availability: Every day except Saturday and Monday, all year round
Christmas Closure: 24th to 26th December
The food tasting tour times are planned to avoid the main lunchtime rush, so you can explore the market at a more comfortable pace.
Your private local food tour includes the food, tastings, guide, and experiences listed below.
- A food expert guide, including former chefs, small food business owners, and ex-market traders.
- Private ‘meet-the-producer’ meat and cheese tasting talks with our stall-holder friends.
- You will get a full meal for each guest, featuring the best of the market’s British and international foods.
- Cider tasting.
- Dessert course.
Excludes
The following items are not included in the local food tour price.
- London public transport
- Wheelchair assistance
- This private experience is operated by our partner, Totally Tailored. Their licence to guide at Borough Market allows your guide to provide access to market knowledge and trader connections during the tour.
- The exact meeting location will be emailed to you before your visit. Please check your booking information before travelling to Borough Market.
- Food tastings form a large part of the tour, so guests with allergies or specific dietary needs should mention them during booking. The team can discuss available food options with you before the tour.
- Please check the cancellation terms provided at the time of booking, as the applicable conditions can vary according to the booking arrangement.
- Contact the tour team as soon as possible when you need to cancel or change your booking. They can explain the available options based on your booking terms.
Have a question about the meeting point, food choices, booking, or tour schedule? You can contact the team before your visit.
You can call us or send an email, and we will be happy to help.
Call: +44 20 4620 4272
Email: enquiries@mytailoredtours.com
Best Time to Take Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour
Borough Market has a different atmosphere throughout the year, so the best time for your Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour depends on the experience you’re looking for.
- Spring – Spring is a pleasant time to explore Borough Market and the surrounding streets. Mild weather makes the outdoor parts of the tour comfortable, with plenty of food stalls to discover.
- Summer – Longer daylight hours give you more time to enjoy the market. An early food tour is perfect for guests who want to start their day with delicious food before continuing their sightseeing.
- Autumn – Autumn is an excellent season for food market tours. Cooler temperatures make strolling through Borough Market and the nearby streets even more enjoyable.
- Winter – Winter brings a unique atmosphere to Borough Market, with seasonal food, festive flavours, and a lively market setting. A warm jacket and comfortable footwear are recommended for the outdoor parts of the tour.
Helpful Tips Before You Travel
A little preparation can help you get more from your visit to Borough Market.
- Arrive at the meeting point a few minutes before your scheduled start time.
- Check your email for the exact meeting location before leaving for the market.
- Wear comfortable shoes because the tour includes walking through the market and nearby streets.
- Tell the team about food allergies or specific tastes during booking.
- Come with an appetite because the tastings provide enough food for a full meal.
- Carry a small bag for personal items.
- Check your travel route before setting off, as London public transport is not included.
- Keep your phone charged for photos and to access your booking information.
- Ask your guide questions about the traders, food, and history during the tour.
Book Your Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour
A walk through Borough Market on your own can be risky, as you may miss the major routes and experiences. It’s better to have a private foodie guide by your side to get the most from your Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour.
Operated by our partner, Totally Tailored, the only tour company licensed to guide at Borough Market, you’ll have your best day in London.
So, are you excited to experience Borough Market with a private guide who knows its markets, its traders, and interesting hidden facts? Contact My Tailored Tours today to plan the best arrangement for your private Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour.
FAQs
Q1. What type of food will I get on the Brilliant Borough Food Tasting Tour?
A: Tea, cheese, meat and cheese platters, oysters, hot food, desserts, and cider. Each guest will get a full meal’s worth of tour food.
Q2. Is this tour okay for guests with food allergies?
A: Yes. Food allergies and preferences can be entered at the time of booking. The foods that are available can be discussed with you prior to the tour.
Q3. Will I get to visit Borough Market traders?
A: Yes. Private talks with traders are part of the tour. You will learn about their food as well as their work and produce at the market.
Q4. How much walking is involved?
A: The entire tour covers Borough Market. Nearby streets that are part of the tour will require comfortable shoes.
Q5. Can I take public transport to Borough Market?
A: Yes. Public transport can take you to the meeting point of the tour, but the cost of the transport is to be borne by you.
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