Borough Market and Beyond Walking Tour London
Discover the Delights and History of Borough Market and Beyond in this Ninety Minute Guided Tour
London
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Learn the Story of the World Famous Market
- • Explore the History of Borough and Bankside
- • Discover Exciting Hidden Gems to Visit
Why We Love This Unique Experience
London Experience Gifts: With its earliest known record dating back to 1276, Borough Market is one of the largest and oldest food markets in London. However surrounding the bustling market lies a maze of quiet backstreets, filled with over 2,000 years of history just waiting to be discovered. In this ninety minute tour, join an expert guide as you traverse the alleways and passages from Borough Market to Bankside, learning the history of breweries and brothels as you go. Along the way, you'll discover hidden gems to visit, stories of the areas most famous characters and more.
Focusing on the hidden details, this tour is great for both London locals and tourists alike. Join a tour today, and surprise a loved one with a memorable and educational day out in the capital!
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Experience Overview:
Borough Market And Beyond Walking Tour LondonThe world famous Borough Market is rightly beloved of visitors and locals. But surrounding the market is a maze of quiet backstreets with over 2,000 years of history. This tour will uncover the hidden histories of Borough and Bankside, from breweries to brothels.
In addition the tour covers some of the area's more famous characters including Shakespeare and Oliver Twist. This tour has proven popular with first time London visitors through to life-long Londoners.
While Borough Market is firmly on the tourist trail, this tour shows you the hidden history of this area of London, dating back to pre-Roman times.
Starting from the famous market we will wander and discover the heroes and villains that makes Borough such an amazing place.
Behind the waterfront, this tour explores the maze of streets, with 2,000 years of history to uncover. Bankside’s colourful history as London’s darker side will be explored, as London’s Tudor entertainment district, with a very mixed reputation.
Learn about the original site of Shakespeare’s Globe and his rivals. Discover where the Bowler hat was really invented.
An excellent way to find out more about this amazing part of London, with a qualified London tour guide.
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
This is not a food tour of Borough Market but you will end the walk close enough for you to venture back!
You are responsible for your own safety, please ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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London Borough Market and Beyond Walk
London
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Learn the Story of the World Famous Market
- • Explore the History of Borough and Bankside
- • Discover Exciting Hidden Gems to Visit
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