Top London Dining Experiences

Take a break from the seriousness of historical sightseeing for a few hours of fun at Alcotraz. Slip into a prison jumpsuit and enter the secret prison, where guards will help you smuggle liquor past the warden. Then sip cocktails made by the longest-serving inmates, who will be your bartenders. This is London's first immersive theatrical cocktail bar, and you're in for a treat.

Make the most of your time in London with a skip-the-line reservation at London's Hard Rock Cafe. Breeze past the queue, grab your seat amidst fun rock-n-roll memorabilia and savor a 2- or 3-course American-style meal.

Get a taste of London's exquisite culinary scene when you book this exciting food tour. For those who want to try classic British cuisine, opt for the London Bridge tour to try fish and chips, sausage rolls, British cheese, and local beers and ciders. Or choose the SoHo tour to explore London's hidden gems, where you enjoy fine cuisine at new and historic venues.

Watch the Thames River light up at night on a dinner cruise with live jazz. Kick off your night with a glass of sparkling wine as you glide into the current, and spot the iconic Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Tower of London. Enjoy jazz classics along with swing and Latin tunes, then relax over a 3-course dinner in a heated cabin, with plenty of time to take in the sights between courses (and options to buy additional drinks from the on-board bar).

Learn about London’s darkest tales on a haunted London bus and walking tour. Experience the grisly histories of execution, rebellion, madness, and murder that shadow this ancient city. Discover the stories and sites of Jack the Ripper, Sweeney Todd, and the Cock Lane Ghost. Visit the medieval Smithfield Market and the monument of Sir Willam Wallace, then finish in Trafalgar Square where you can purchase a tasty pub dinner and drink.

Discover the culinary and artistic heart of London on this walking tour of the vibrant East End. Meet your guide in the area and set off with just a small group for company. Be sure to come hungry: You can look forward to sampling traditional London bites ranging from bagels and fish and chips to curry and crumble. And it's not just about the food: As you indulge, you'll also explore the East End's colorful street art, and will learn what makes this area so unique.

Experience London’s traditional drinking scene on this afternoon pub crawl. Accompany your guide on a fun and educational tour in and around the city, where you’ll visit at least four historic pubs and taste different brews (own expense). Pop into centuries-old ale houses, see literary haunts favored by writers like Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture through the ages.

Experience London’s vibrant nightlife and rich history on a pub tour of the West End. With a guide, head to traditional pubs and sample locally brewed beer in each one. Stroll through districts like Soho and Seven Dials, see iconic monuments like Nelson’s Column at Trafalgar Square, and pass through the alleys of Covent Garden. Gain fascinating insight into the history of beer and public houses in England, and enjoy an intimate atmosphere, limited to 15 people.

Delve into London’s legendary rock music history on this morning, afternoon, or full-day tour. Hop aboard your coach and check off the British capital’s top rock ‘n’ roll landmarks, from ‘Tin Pan Alley,’ where the Rolling Stones cut their first record, to the famous Abbey Road zebra crossing. As you, learn insider music history from your guide that you wouldn't uncover on your own.

London’s East End, full of fashionable boutiques and innovative eateries, is famed for its Indian cuisine. During this walking tour, you’ll navigate the buzzing bars and neon-fronted restaurants of Brick Lane with a local guide. Sample curries, savories, and sweets originating from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and learn about London’s cosmopolitan culinary culture. More than ten dishes and two drinks are included on this small-group tour, limited to 12 food lovers.

London’s culinary scene is fast becoming one of Europe’s most exciting. Ensure you experience the best of the capital’s gourmet offerings on this walking tour of the City and Southwark Borough. Alongside a gastronome guide, you’ll visit more than 10 eateries to sample English classics such as Bacon Rolls, Hot Meat Pies, Jellied Eals, Oyster and Champagne, fish and chips, Beer/Ale/Ciders, Cream Tea with Scones and more. Visit the renowned Borough Market, taste locally produced cheese, and learn about London’s culinary culture. Small-group tour limited to 10 people.

Enjoy a quintessentially English afternoon tea at London’s The Rubens at the Palace Hotel, overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. Linger over a traditional English tea, complete with dainty finger sandwiches and selections of delicate cakes and other treats. Feast on delights including freshly baked scones served with fresh clotted cream, and creations such as moist carrot cupcakes. Pair them with your choice of delicious loose-leaf tea, and upgrade to enjoy a glass of Champagne, too.

Upon arriving at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, or City Airport, avoid lugging around your baggage and waiting in line for a taxi. Book this private airport transfer—available 24 hours daily—and get to your destination in London Docklands or London City quickly and in comfort.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening out in London—and pair a top-notch stand-up comedy showcase with a 3-course meal—with this evening entertainment package. Make your own way to Côte, where you’ll enjoy a 3-course meal of French-inspired bistro classics. Then, head to the adjacent Comedy Carnival, where you’ll watch a roster of international comedians—Jack Whitehall, Flight of the Conchords, and Michael McIntyre have all previously taken to its stage—perform.

Soak up the electric atmosphere of Soho by night with an after-hours food tour of London’s nightlife hub. Follow your guide, a fellow foodie, to little known cafés, restaurants and local haunts for a real taste of London’s international food scene. Along the way, sample everything from Spanish jamón to Chinese dumplings, and get the inside scoop on the best places to eat, drink and party in Soho.

Piccadilly Circus is one of London’s most iconic locations. Combining the eclectic vibe of Piccadilly Circus with the rock and roll lifestyle of the Hard Rock brand, Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus pays tribute to the building’s prestigious heritage and unbeatable West End location. Walk in and be wowed by the walls adorned with authentic, one-of-a-kind memorabilia from decades of music history, featuring items from British music legends and international stars alike. Book your dinner ahead of time and jump the queue. Don't waste time waiting in lines!

Learn all about London’s torrid history with its favorite tipple—and enjoy a lively way to explore, when you see the city on two wheels—on this small-group bike tour. Meet your guide near Waterloo, grab your bikes, and set off along the South Bank, past Borough Market, and to the markets and landmarks of Bermondsey. En route, learn about London’s history—and indulge in gin cocktails served by your guide.

Indulge in a gourmet, 4-course lunch—and enjoy a London sightseeing excursion at the same time—on this two-in-one coach tour. Meet just before lunchtime in central London, hop aboard your coach, and come hungry: you’ll enjoy a hybrid British-French menu, with drinks alongside. As you go, spot highlights like St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, Big Ben, and more, and learn more from your audio guide.

Experience a Royal English Tea with traditional sandwiches, cakes and scones in the grounds of Kensington Palace - previous home to TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Before tea, you'll have the opportunity to stroll around the beautiful Kensington Gardens.

If you don’t have much time to explore London, but you’d like to see its famous sights and take part in the quintessential British experience of afternoon tea, then this bus ride ticks both boxes. Board a vintage double-decker bus and feast on sandwiches, scones, cakes, tarts, and hot drinks as you enjoy a route of top landmarks—including Big Ben, Hyde Park, and Westminster Abbey.

London Orpington Private South Indian Cooking Class

Especially for solo travelers, it can be hard to meet new people in the big city. Join a local host and a maximum of four other travelers for a compelling evening at a sky-high venue with views across the city and Canary Wharf. Nibble on included snacks as you party, dance, make new friends, and enjoy live music. Other food and all drinks are at your own expense.

Opt for a more intimate dining experience in London’s fashionable Hackney district—an area of east London renowned for its creative and innovative food scene—during a chef’s table tasting menu limited to only 12 diners. You’ll sample dishes that you’re unlikely to find on other restaurant menus, plus will have time to sit down with the chef once you’ve eaten.