London Markets Free Tour

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Duration: 3 hours

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Experience London like a local with this free tour of East London's most iconic Sunday markets. Led by a qualified guide and a lifelong Londoner, you'll explore places steeped in history, culture and city life as you discover the essence of the British capital's most vibrant markets.

The tour includes Broadway Market, Columbia Road Flower Market, Brick Lane Market and Spitalfields Market, as well as canal walks, street art and charming areas. The meeting point is at Cambridge Heath Station Forecourt, a 12-minute walk from Bethnal Green (Central Line) tube station.

The tour is conducted in English, lasts approximately 3 hours and is suitable for people with reduced mobility. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early for a punctual start.

Explore the most authentic markets in East London.
Enjoy the local atmosphere, street food and street art.
Take away the best photos and anecdotes told by a passionate local guide.

3-hour guided walking tour of East London's major markets
Professional and passionate local guide (language: English)
Food or drink (although you can buy it in the markets along the route)

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Discover the most genuine and alternative side of London with this walking tour through the Sunday markets of the East End, an area where historical roots blend with the most creative modernity. Your guide will accompany you through this cultural mosaic with the passion of someone who has grown up in these corners and knows every story hidden in its streets.

The tour begins at the bustling Broadway Market, a place brimming with local life and stalls selling artisan goods, international food and vintage clothing. From there, you'll stroll along Regent's Canal, a tranquil waterway that connects several iconic spots in East London.

One of the highlights is a visit to the Columbia Road Flower Market, a burst of colours, smells and energy that turns a simple stroll into an unforgettable sensory experience. Continue to the legendary Brick Lane Market, famous for its mix of cultures, graffiti, art galleries and thrift shops. You'll also visit the historic Spitalfields Market, where the modern and the traditional live side by side in designer shops, fashion stalls and foodie offerings.