See a hidden side of Borough Market and Southbank, where a dark history comes to life among the vibrant stalls and waterfront views. Explore the back streets where people have lived, thrived, thieved and died for more than 2000 years, and see where Charles Dickens gained most of his inspiration for his books. Experience the places where Shakespeare once walked, put on plays and even enjoyed a drink.

Find out more about London’s history than you’d ever find in the guidebooks
Locals love this tour—a perfect way to learn more about the city
Small groups for a more personalized experience
Get tips for more local attractions and places to eat and drink from your guide

What's Included

Disposable masks - Covid safety
Details of Borough attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

9 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, UK
6pm Start - Corner of Stoney and Park Street, by the Monmouth Coffee Shop

End point

Tate Modern
Bankside, London SE1 9TG, UK
By the river at Tate Modern

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Interesting, informative, enjoyable

Andrea_C, Mar 2023

An excellent guided tour around Borough- an area we have visited many times without really knowing the hidden gems, literary connections or history. Stephen, our guide, was interesting and informative. The tour was well paced and thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend.

Fabulous experience. Lots...

Hilda_L, May 2022

Fabulous experience. Lots of behind the scene history which Is absolutely interesting. The tour is about 90 mins, an exclusive experience perfect for a group of friends

Very informative and enjoyable

Christine_M, Aug 2021

Really enjoyed learning so much about the area around Borough Market. Very informative and well worth the money. Will definitely book more guided walks in the future.

Fantastic tour with guide

Isabella_W, Mar 2020

I was very happy to find out on meeting the guide just near borough market that it was just going to me and the tour guide. He took me along for a fantastic walk and we saw some amazing places and learnt some great facts. He left me at the Tate modern which I explored for 2 hours. I would definitely recommend for the young and old.

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Glad you enjoyed it!

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