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London: London Food Tour of Soho & Covent Garden

4.9 · 145 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by See The Sights Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h–3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
13:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore Soho and Covent Garden through food markets, fish and chips, pork pies and other British food stops.

The guided walk includes local history; all food and drinks are paid separately, so you choose what to try. 4.91 from 145 reviews at €17 per person for 2h–3h.

In our comparison: #27 of 47 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €17 per adult.

Included and not included

  • World famous dairy
  • Britain's favourite dessert - so good it went viral on social media!
  • British scotch-egg and pork pies from an 800-year-old pub - exclusive offer for this tour only!
  • Classic & traditional British food
  • Centuries old food market filled with London's best street food
  • Best Fish & Chips in London
  • Local history & culture
  • Guided food tour of London in Covent Garden & Soho
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Food & Drink at own expense
  • Gratuities

Children from €17 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
145 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 141 of 145

Star breakdown of all 145 ratings

5 stars
138 · 95%
4 stars
3 · 2%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and varied food stops; food must be bought separately at each stop

Praised

  • Friendly guides who blend local history with stories about the food
  • Varied food stops featuring fish and chips, cheese and desserts
  • Freedom to choose what to buy or skip at each stop
  • Discovering eateries that guests want to revisit independently

Complaints

  • Food is bought separately at each stop rather than included in the booking
  • Some enjoy the pace, while others feel walking leaves too little time to eat

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (9 February 2025 to 7 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The tour starts at the King Charles II Statue in Soho Square. The King Charles II Statue is in the middle of Soho Square. The address of Soho Square is Soho Square, London, W1D 3QP. Please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
13:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour will end in Covent Garden.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
See The Sights Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour starts at the King Charles II Statue in Soho Square. Soho Square is located a 5 minute walk from Tottenham Court Road station. The King Charles II Statue is in the middle of Soho Square. If using Google/Apple maps search 'Soho Square'. The Soho Square address is Soho Square, London, W1D 3QP. Please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella.
  • The tour is not suitable for guests with walking or mobility difficulties.

Children

  • The tour is not suitable for prams, buggys or strollers.

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Good to know

  • Food included Classic & traditional British food
  • Children from €17 ages 5 to 17

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Food Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #27 of 47€172h–3h4.91 (145)shared
Winner 2026 London East End Food Tour: 10 Year Anniversary€1063h 30m4.96 (1920)shared
London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour€903h 30m4.96 (1451)shared
Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour€1143h4.99 (285)shared

Ranked #27 of 47 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 47 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 47 Food Tours

From €17 per adult