This is a private tour for your party, with Borough attraction details included; pricing is per person. 4.97 from 63 reviews at €18 per person for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #20 of 48 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €18 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 63 of 63
Star breakdown of all 63 ratings
Reviewers praise the tailored local history and humour; the market and nearby streets can be crowded.
Written by Guidekin from the 61 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 July 2019 to 9 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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You will see what has been voted one of the world's best foodie destinations and hear of its 2,000 year history.
10 minHear about the rich history of the area, from Romans and Vikings to Dickens heroes and villians
10 minPirates? National heroes? or both? You decide as we talk about this wonderful 16th century ship and its captain
10 min · Admission not includedHear the horrible history of London's must terrible prison.
Pass by, no stopMeet Shakespeare's rivals in Tudor theatre land
10 minYou will see the hidden sites of Shakespeare's London and hear about the actors that made his plays become alive. We will visit the original site of the Global and Rose Theatres, as well as bear pits and dark sites of Bankside!
10 min · Admission not includedWe will see a few more hidden corners tourists miss and finish at one of the world's greatest art galleries - with a chance to take in amazing views of London.
10 minDiscover the amazing hidden art - right under your feet!
10 minHappy to make this a bespoke tour and be flexible about timings. If you message me we can work something out!
While Borough Market is firmly on the tourist trail I will show you the hidden, quirky history that only the locals know. Starting from the famous market we will discover the heroes and villains that makes this corner of London such an amazing place.
Guaranteed only small groups away from the crowds in the quiet backstreets. This is a family friendly tour, with a personal touch.
Behind the waterfront there is a maze of streets, with 2,000 years of history to uncover. We will hear about Shakespeare and his rivals, who inspired Dickens and the area's dark side!
Message me if you would like a private group or corporate tour. This could be an ideal present for the history buff in your life!
Find out about my other tours via @stevedoestours
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #20 of 48 | €18 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (63) | private |
| Winner 2026 London East End Food Tour: 10 Year Anniversary | €106 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1920) | shared |
| London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour | €90 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1469) | shared |
| Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour | €114 | 3h | 4.99 (294) | shared |
Ranked #20 of 48 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €400, median €89; typical length 3h. 7 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 48 Food Tours