The History of Covent Garden Market
From a convent's garden to London's most famous fruit and vegetable market, the history of Covent Garden is rich and fascinating. Walk the cobblestones where centuries of London life have unfolded.
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"Luciana fué una gran anfitriona y nos descubrió la auténtica Londres, siendo muy difícil esa tarea. Es una persona agradable y con la que da gusto estar."
"My daughter and I had the most wonderful experience with Luciana. I booked a private walking tour of Covent Garden, Seven Dials and Soho with Luciano, asking her to specifically focus on an exploration of vintage / thrift clothing shops and vinyl records. These two areas are of great interest to my daughter and the trip to London from South Africa was her 18th birthday present! From the moment, Luciana and I started chatting, she was helpful and professional. When we met her for the tour, she was absolutely charming and so knowledgeable about the areas - history and landmarks. Luciana was a wonderful guide and did not disappoint in showing my daughter some of the most wonderful shops - in fact we ran out of time because my daughter tried on so many clothes!! Luciana was so helpful and patient with her. She also gave us some fantastic restaurant and other recommendations. I would not hesitate to book Luciana again, and I could not recommend her services more. Thank you Luciana for helping to make my daughter's birthday as magical as it was. "
"I had the wonderful experience of spending four hours with Luciana on her custom London shopping tour. Spending this time with Luciana was like shopping with a good friend. The tour was excellent and customized for me. Not only did we shop in some wonderful independent stores, but also visited the amazing Liberty, some beautiful art installations and a serene meditative garden. If you want a customized shopping experience with a knowledge local, book Luciana’s tour! "
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Feel the unique energy of Covent Garden! This iconic London district is buzzing with history, street performers, and hidden gems. Don't just see it, experience the real Covent Garden with a private local guide.
From a convent's garden to London's most famous fruit and vegetable market, the history of Covent Garden is rich and fascinating. Walk the cobblestones where centuries of London life have unfolded.
Covent Garden is the heart of London's street performance scene. For over 400 years, licensed buskers have entertained crowds. Feel the electric atmosphere as magicians and musicians create magic on the Piazza.
Remember Eliza Doolittle, the famous flower girl from 'My Fair Lady'? Her story began here in Covent Garden. Let a local guide show you the spots that inspired this timeless tale of London life.
Beyond the shows and shops, Covent Garden is a food lover's paradise. Grab a pint with a view at the historic Punch & Judy pub or discover artisanal treats in the market. A private tour can show you the best bites.
Home to the Royal Opera House and numerous theatres, Covent Garden is the epicentre of London's performing arts. Experience the glamour and drama of the West End with a pre-show wander through this iconic district.
Why just visit when you can truly connect? A private tour in Covent Garden means skipping the crowds and discovering stories only a local knows. Create lasting memories. Book your unique Covent Garden tour now!
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"My family (2 adults, a tween and teen) spent a lovely afternoon exploring London. As first time visitors, we appreciated seeing all the neighborhood gems and local places. Luciana was delightful and engaging. "
"Luciana hosted a personalized tour with our group of four of us in the heart of London for three hours. We went to Covent Garden, Seven Dials, Soho, Chinatown, St James and partially Mayfair. Luciana ist not only very well educated and explains historical events of sights perfectly, but knows so many secret and exciting places within those districts. Those were shops of all kind, places/parks and cultural landmarks. This makes Luciana special. We never would have found those ourselver nor kind you find those in standard tourist guides. Everywhere we stopped Luciana told us the story behind. Really great. Above that Luciana is a lovely young woman and detailed oriented person. Any preferences you have are considered. We remember this tour with Luciana still today and will definitevely repeat with her when we visit London again."
"We have been on many tours with guides over the last few years - Luciana was the best!!! She is a very friendly, lovely person who showed us great places and gave us super tips! We can really highly recommend her and will definitely book her again the next time we come to London😊"
"Such a fun informative tour Luciana was so kind and made London easier to navigate. Would recommend her highly !"
"I had arranged a tour with Luciana, for friends of mine from Spain, so they could enjoy the sights of London, and its history in their native language of Spanish. Our time with Luciana was great, Luciana is a very kind, generous and lovely person, and great fun to be with. I have absolutely no hesitate in recommending Luciana, her knowledge of London and its history is very good. In our tour, Luciana took us to the sights, but also punctuated it with the less know sights, which was fascinating and enlighten us with the inner history of London."
"Luciana is an incredibly likeable young woman. And a very competent guide. She changed the tour to our wishes at short notice. We would never have discovered the places she showed us alone, and certainly not the historical backgrounds outside of the usual travel guide. The list of the places and shops of our tour, which she sent us in retrospect, has also reached us with great joy. So next time we will almost feel at home in London. We can only recommend this tour with Luciana! "
"Being that it was my 1st trip to London & my husband had some business meetings, I decided to connect with Luciana for a solo walking tour with hopes of exploring some areas I might not find on my own. She asked my interests ahead of time & adapted the tour for a personal experience. We strolled thru some lovely neighborhoods, parks & shopping areas while describing the history of it all. A truly enjoyable time. Afterwards she forwarded me a couple of other walking routes that I could use on my own - my husband & I followed her routes the following day - a very helpful way to navigate the city while admiring all of the beautiful sights."
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.