TourTruth score 9.7 out of 10
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London Borough Market Walking Tour
TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10
Very goodTop 8% in London
63 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- London, United Kingdom
- 1 hr 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Borough Market’s quiet backstreets on a 90-minute London walk filled with local stories, Shakespeare, Dickens, and hidden history.
About this tour
Step beyond the crowds at Borough Market and discover the stories tucked into the quiet streets around it. On this 90-minute London Borough Market walking tour, a local guide reveals the neighborhood’s quirky history, from its famous market to the waterfront lanes and hidden corners shaped by 2,000 years of change.
Hear tales of Shakespeare and his rivals, discover connections to Dickens, and learn about the area’s darker side as you explore at an easy pace. Small groups keep the experience personal, and the family-friendly route offers a fresh perspective on a well-known London landmark. Your guide can also discuss flexible timings and private or corporate tours.
Meet at 6 p.m. on the corner of Stoney and Park Street, by Monmouth Coffee Shop. Choose this London Borough Market walking tour for local stories and a quieter look at one of the city’s most storied neighborhoods.
Highlights
- Uncover Borough Market’s hidden history with a local guide
- Wander quiet backstreets beyond the busy market
- Hear stories of Shakespeare, Dickens, and the area’s colorful past
- Explore a neighborhood shaped by 2,000 years of history
What's included
Included
- Disposable masks for COVID safety
- Details of Borough attractions
Ratings on each provider
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4.97 / 5 · 63 reviews
Important information
- Wheelchair accessible; all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meeting point: Corner of Stoney and Park Street, by Monmouth Coffee Shop; 6 p.m. start
- Flexible timing and private or corporate tours may be arranged by contacting the guide
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.97 from 63 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in London
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.5. Top 8% in London means it ranks in the top 8% of tours in London by this score.
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