Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Explore the flavors of London's past on the ultimate food journey through the historic City of London!
From ancient Roman roots to the bustling heart of modern commerce, join us on a culinary adventure discovering hidden gems like the oyster house, chophouse, and chocolate house that fueled the city's rise to global fame.
As you walk in the footsteps of literary giants like Charles Dickens and William Shakespeare, as well as mythical figures from Celtic queens to Roman soldiers, you'll uncover fascinating tales and hidden gems at every turn. And who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of Harry Potter's magical world along the way!
From savory pies to delectable buns, and from decadent chocolate treats to hearty chophouse classics, complemented by quintessentially British beverages, your tour of the Square Mile promises to be a sumptuous feast for the senses and a journey through the heart of London's rich history and culture.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour stops, tastings and number of tastings may change slightly to reflect seasonal produce, vendor opening hours and availability.
This tour is not suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free diets
Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
6 samples at 5 different tasting locations
Local English-speaking guide
London food lover’s guide
Walk in the footsteps of Dickens, Shakespeare, and Harry Potter.
From pies to buns, chocolate delicacies to chophouse classic
Gratuities / Tips for guides
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What To Expect
This iconic monument pays homage to Smith's legendary voyages and contributions to exploration.
Step back in time at a historic pub nestled along one of Britain’s oldest roads, we'll taste Steak & Nicholsons Pale Ale Pie, served with rich gravy, paired perfectly with a refreshing half pint of pale ale.
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Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour
Reviews
183 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pick Pip
Jodi M,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a wonderful experience with a wonderful young man. Pip took us on a true taste of the town. Interesting stories, interesting places and the history behind everything we ate... Everything was delicious.
Fantastic tour!
Carla F,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic tour! Max was an excellent guide. His energy and enthusiasm when sharing history and tales along the route made for a really enjoyable time. We absolutely loved all of the food stops, too! Plenty of food, so come hungry. What a great way to see and learn about the City of London and enjoy some tasty British food along the way!
London food tour
Phillip D,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour Chris was very informative and the food was great with highly recommend it when visiting London
Fantastic Experience
Joe L,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chris led a terrific food and history tour. Six stops with a fine cross section of traditional British food and drink. His knowledge of the area and the "back stories" were fascinating. Shout-out as well to his assistant Pim. He added great value to the tour with his insight. Do not miss this tour!
Max is an excellent tour...
Al B,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Max is an excellent tour guide with a great sense of humor. All of the food was delicious but I really liked the steak & ale pie at Ye Ole Watling! Thanks for giving us your time, knowledge, & humor!
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