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A Morning Tour in London's Central Market

Gregory - The Urbanist

Our local for this tour

Gregory - The Urbanist

The early bird gets the worm & at London's Central Market in the morning is where you can see the best local action. Rise & shine and discover the long history of this place, from its original name to the seasonal produce on offer and a local Smithfield breakfast. There is no better way to wake up!

Experience details

  • Destination

    London

  • Category

    Off the beaten track

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    Deutsch • English • Português

  • What's included

    Private guide

Here’s an overview of your tour

Hello, sunshine! Let's start our morning with a glorious visit to the amazing London's central market. Early in the morning is where this market is at its best, full of local hustle and bustle and it's the best time to see the fresh produce of the day. Wake up with the right foot during this private experience discovering the local vibes of this unique market.

I'll show you the past and present of this historic site right in the center of London. See & experience a place only locals know, a unique market in the city that is really off the beaten path!

The City of London's original Central Market has a rich history dating to when it was a "smooth field" for jousting in the middle ages. Not only will you hear about the market of the past, but you will also explore today's lively market and inspect what fresh produce is on offer. You will even get to speak with a few local merchants to understand the life of the market! And to make your authentic market experience even better, I'll take you to a nearby cafe to savor a traditional, filling English breakfast.

Join this early bird unique experience to get a taste of the city while most are still sleeping. This experience is 100% personalizable to your wishes! Simply reach out to and let me know exactly what you wish.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Smithfield Cafe
  • Meeting point

    Meet your host and begin your journey back in time
  • Stop 1

    Visit some of the market stalls & chat with the locals to get a sense of the daily life
  • Stop 2

    Check out the local produce & find out about their specialties & unique offers
  • Stop 3

    Stroll through the historic market building and learn about its history since the Middle Ages
  • Stop 4

    Admire the Arch of the Ancient order of St John and the St John Restaurant
  • Stop 5

    Enjoy a delicious English breakfast
  • Stop 6

    Visit the second oldest building in London after the Tower
  • End of Tour

    Say goodbye & receive more local recommendations
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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    Gregory

    The Urbanist

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    4.9
    144 reviews
    I speak
    Deutsch • English • Português

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Private guide
  • Not included

    • Breakfast
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
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    A Morning Tour in London's Central Market

    "Gregory C. was friendly, accommodating, and easy to be with. We wish we would have known to start the tour earlier so we could have seen the Market in full gear. When we we got there it was essenti...

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    Wunderful and perfect guided tour.

    "Deal Gregory, Everything was nice . thank you very much, we Really enjoyed the tour with you. Sein deutsch ist perfekt. See you Tina "

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    Review about Gregory

    "Great intro to street art and local culture! Gregory is very personable, and knowledgeable about the history of Shoreditch and pointed out so many interesting things we would have never noticed on ou...

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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