5-Day Foodie Itinerary in London

  1. Day 1: Borough Market and Historical Food Tour
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from London Bridge Station

    Begin your day at Borough Market, one of the city's largest and oldest food markets. Sample local cheeses, meats, and pastries while experiencing the bustling atmosphere of the market. Next, embark on a guided historical food tour to learn about the market's rich history and try more delicious food.

  2. Day 2: Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market
    30 minutes (3 miles) from Borough Market

    Take a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Notting Hill, known for its colorful houses and trendy shops. Stop at one of the neighborhood's cafes for brunch before heading to Portobello Road Market, a bustling street market filled with antique treasures and delicious street food.

  3. Day 3: Spitalfields Market and East London Food Tour
    25 minutes (2.5 miles) from Portobello Road Market

    Start your day at Spitalfields Market, a historic covered market with a wide range of food options. From there, join an East London food tour to discover the area's diverse food scene, including Indian street food, Middle Eastern cuisine, and craft beer.

  4. Day 4: Soho and Chinatown Food Tour
    20 minutes (1.5 miles) from Spitalfields Market

    Explore the vibrant streets of Soho, home to an array of international restaurants and cafes. Join a Chinatown food tour to try some of the best dim sum and Chinese BBQ in the city. Don't forget to grab a bubble tea for dessert!

  5. Day 5: High Tea and Michelin-starred Restaurant
    15 minutes (1 mile) from Chinatown

    Indulge in a classic British tradition by enjoying a luxurious high tea experience at one of London's finest hotels. Afterward, head to a Michelin-starred restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience featuring modern European cuisine and exquisite wine pairings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Borough Market and Historical Food Tour (3 hours, £50)
  • Notting Hill and Portobello Road Market (4 hours, £30)
  • Spitalfields Market and East London Food Tour (4 hours, £60)
  • Soho and Chinatown Food Tour (3 hours, £50)
  • High Tea and Michelin-starred Restaurant (4 hours, £200)

  • Total Estimated Costs: £390

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to the nearby town of Cambridge to sample some delicious local cheeses and explore historic colleges. For a more casual dining experience, visit a traditional British pub for fish and chips or a hearty Sunday roast. If you have less time, skip the historical food tours and spend more time visiting the various markets and sampling street food.

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