5
Great tour!
Fun and fabulous! The tour was personalized and catered to our interests. Dr. Steve was super informative and knowledgable.
Borough Market and beyond
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $20 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 63 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Dr Stephen King
- Meeting point
- 6pm Start - Corner of Stoney and Park Street, by the Monmouth Coffee Shop
Description
Happy 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
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $20
- Child (ages 8–16)
- Free
In demand: 11 of the next 52 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Borough Market
You will see what has been voted one of the world's best foodie destinations and hear of its 2,000 year history.
Southwark Anglican Cathedral
Hear about the rich history of the area, from Romans and Vikings to Dickens heroes and villians
Golden Hinde
Pirates? National heroes? or both? You decide as we talk about this wonderful 16th century ship and its captain
The Clink Prison Museum
Hear the horrible history of London's must terrible prison.
The Rose Theatre
Meet Shakespeare's rivals in Tudor theatre land
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
You 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!
Tate Modern
We 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.
Millennium Bridge
Discover the amazing hidden art - right under your feet!
What's included
Included
Disposable masks - Covid safety
Details of Borough attractions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
63 reviews
How it compares in London
- Rated higher than 73% of 1,341 reviewed tours in London
- Starting price $20 is 70% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London
Excurgo comparison of 4,767 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Borough Market and beyond take?
Borough Market and beyond lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Borough Market and beyond cost?
Prices start at $20 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Borough Market and beyond run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Borough Market and beyond cost for children?
Children aged 8–16 pay nothing, adults from $20.
Does Borough Market and beyond sell out?
It can: 11 of the next 52 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Borough Market and beyond for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 6pm Start - Corner of Stoney and Park Street, by the Monmouth Coffee Shop. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Borough Market and beyond offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(63)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
N
Excellent Tour!
Stephen was great! We had a shorter timeframe than originally planned and he covered the entire tour for us in 60 minutes instead of 90 minutes. His commentary was both insightful and hilarious. Highly recommend
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
thanks for the lovely review - it was great guiding you
S
A wonderfully informative afternoon
Stephen is such a charismatic and well researched tour guide. He not only was able to answer all of our questions, but he managed to gauge what we were all interested in and tailored the tour as we went. He never once faltered and made us feel like we were walking around London with Charles Dickens himself. He managed our medium sized group well, but I’m sure he’s capable of hosting many more. Our tour was an hour and a half, the perfect length to soak up all of his facts without fatigue. Well worth the money, would highly recommend employing this skilled tour guide on your trip to London.
Operator response
thank you for the great review. Glad you enjoyed it
2
Geology tour
Geology tour, with Steve. Had a great tour with Steve very friendly interesting and informative. Highly recommend learnt a lot and had a really good time.
Operator response
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it!
V
Borough Market History Tour
It was a great tour, really interesting. Steve was knowledgeable and great fun. I’m interested in going on his other tours.
Operator response
Thank you
K
An in depth guide to borough market!
Steve is a very well informed tour guide. He made me and my friends feel very welcome. He has brilliant insider knowledge that is very well researched. He is very funny, answers all questions with confidence and knows the backstory of every street in borough! A great tour that I would recommend to anyone on holiday, any tourist or even any local! I had an amazing time and I will be back for another tour very soon! Thanks Steve
M
Stephen was very...
Stephen was very knowledgeable, entertaining and accommodating. We were late but Stephen waited for us and greeted us warmly.
Operator response
Hi Mary thanks for the review! Hope you have a lovely rest of your stay
K
Wonderful, friendly and informative tour
Our guide Stephen was spectacular! He walked us through all the important sights, gave detailed history stories, took our pictures when we wanted… we couldn’t have asked for anything better. His friendly and helpful demeanor made the tour so personalized.
C
Amazing London
London has a very own energy. I love the pubs, the frenzy of the streets, the museums (some for free), watched the Christmas tree lighting at Convent Garden, the Christmas lights and the market at Picadilly Circus, walked through the fantastic parks and of course, the shops!
E
Interesting and insightful tour
Very interesting and fun tour. Good sense of humor and good stories. Many literary and historically significant highlights were shared.
Operator response
thanks for the review - glad you enjoyed it
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