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London Street Markets Walk 3 hr

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  • London, United Kingdom
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore three traditional London markets with travel writer Sandra Shevey on a three-hour walk through the city’s market heritage.

About this tour

Discover the character of London through its historic street markets on a three-hour walk led by travel writer Sandra Shevey. This London Street Markets Walk visits three markets chosen from a rota of 15 traditional markets across the city’s 33 boroughs, with the selection and atmosphere varying by day and time.

Hear stories about the markets’ place in London life as you explore. Depending on the schedule, you may see the stalls after dark or during the day. The Christmas Eve tour offers a chance to witness a traditional meat-market auction reminiscent of the scene in Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. There may also be an option to sample English favorites such as Chelsea buns, steak and kidney pudding, or scones with marmalade and cream; food and drinks are not included.

Meet at Liverpool Street station and set out with a small group to experience a side of the capital shaped by its markets. Choose a departure that suits your plans and discover why these lively trading places remain part of London’s enduring story.

Highlights

  • Explore three traditional markets selected from a rota of 15 across London
  • Hear stories of London’s enduring street-market heritage from travel writer Sandra Shevey
  • See markets at different times of day, depending on the tour schedule
  • Join the Christmas Eve tour for a traditional meat-market auction

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour with travel writer Sandra Shevey
  • Small groups
  • Option to sample traditional English food and drink, including Chelsea buns, steak and kidney pudding, scones with marmalade and cream
  • No single supplement
  • Christmas Eve day tour at no supplement

Not included

  • Travelcard or Oyster card
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Optional purchase of Sandra Shevey’s 30-minute DVD on London’s ancient street markets (£30, paid directly to Sandra)

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Important information

  • Meet at Liverpool Street station, on the concourse level near the British Rail information booth off Bishopsgate, not near the Underground
  • Tours visit three markets selected from a rota of 15 traditional markets across London’s 33 boroughs
  • Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday tours run from 6 pm to 9 pm; Thursday through Sunday tours run from 11 am to 2 pm
  • Comfortable walking shoes, water, an umbrella, and an Oyster or Travelcard are recommended
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  • Wheelchair accessible; nearby public transportation and wheelchair-accessible transportation options are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; moderate physical fitness is advised

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided walk lasts 3 hours.

Which markets will we visit?

You’ll visit three traditional markets selected from a rota of 15 across London’s 33 boroughs.

What time does the tour start?

Monday through Wednesday tours run from 6 pm to 9 pm. Thursday through Sunday tours run from 11 am to 2 pm.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet on the Liverpool Street station concourse near the British Rail information booth off Bishopsgate, not near the Underground.

Is food included?

Food and drinks are excluded, though the tour offers an option to sample traditional English food and drink.

How this score is calculated

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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