Evening · Christmas 2026
Foodie Christmas Tour of London: Mulled Wine, Roasted Chestnuts and Street Food
This is our tour for people who come to Christmas markets to eat. Over two and a half hours you walk the south bank of the Thames between two riverside markets and try five things on the way, from mulled wine at the start to something sweet under Tower Bridge at the end.
Food markets are what we know best. Food Marketplace lists more than 500 markets across the UK, and this route uses the stalls we would send our own friends to.
Duration
2.5 hours
Starts
Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 18:00
Season
13 November to 23 December 2026
Group size
4 to 10 guests
Tastings
5 (1 hot drink, 2 savoury, 1 festive snack, 1 sweet)
Walking
about 3 km, flat
Prices
- Join a group (per person): £69 adult, £42 child. Solo guests are welcome.
What is included
- 5 tastings
- A local host for the whole tour (a local food and markets enthusiast, not a licensed Blue Badge guide)
- A small group
- A digital map of Christmas markets with our food picks, sent after the tour
- All taxes and booking fees. The price you see is the price you pay
What is not included
- Travel to the meeting point and home from the end point. The tour does not end where it starts
- Extra food, drinks or shopping beyond the listed tastings
- Rides, ice skating, shows and attraction tickets
- Tips for the host (optional, never expected)
Itinerary
All times are approximate.
- 18:00
Southbank Centre Winter Market, riverside entrance of the Royal Festival Hall
Meet your host. Tasting 1: mulled wine or a non-alcohol hot drink. Tasting 2: savoury street food
- 18:45
Riverside walk east
Past Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe, with photo stops. Tasting 3: roasted chestnuts when a seller is on the route, or another festive snack
- 19:25
Borough Market and Southwark Cathedral
A short food history stop. The market stalls are usually closed in the evening, so there is no tasting here
- 19:40
Winter by the River, London Bridge City
Tasting 4: savoury street food. Tasting 5: sweet. Tower Bridge views
- 20:30
Tour ends
Nearest station: London Bridge
Meeting point and end point
Meeting point
Southbank Centre Winter Market, riverside entrance of the Royal Festival HallThe exact meeting spot is confirmed in your booking email.
Good to know
- Alcohol: mulled wine is for guests aged 18 or over. A non-alcohol hot drink is always offered.
- Payments: bring a card for anything extra. Southbank Centre Winter Market is cash-free.
- Dietary needs: a vegetarian option is always available. Tell us at least 48 hours before for vegan, halal or gluten-free. This is street food from shared kitchens, so we cannot guarantee any tasting is free from allergens.
- Weather: the tour runs in rain and cold. Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes.
- Tastings: stalls change during the season, so exact dishes can vary. You always get the number and type of tastings listed here. They are sample sizes, not a full meal.
- Times: all times are approximate. December weekends are busy and the group may move slowly.
Cancellation and policies
Free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before the start. Group tours need a minimum number of guests; if we do not reach it, we tell you and you choose a full refund or another date.
Common questions
How much food is there?
Each tour page lists the exact number of tastings. They are sample sizes, not a full meal. The Foodie tour has the most (5).
Can I see exactly which dishes I will get?
We list the type of each tasting, not the exact dish, because market stalls change.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Tell us when you book. For vegan, halal or gluten-free, tell us at least 48 hours before.
Does the tour end where it starts?
London tours end at a different place. Check the end point on the page. Day trips start and end at the same London station.
Is transport included in the day trips?
Yes. Your price includes return transport from central London in a minibus with a licensed driver — there is no train ticket to buy.
Do we go inside the colleges?
No. We see them from outside. You can visit one in your free time.
Are rides at Winter Wonderland included?
No. Your entry ticket is included. Rides and ice skating are extra and optional.
What if it rains?
The tour runs. We only cancel for official severe weather warnings, and then you get a full refund.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free up to 24 hours before London tours and 72 hours before day trips.
Can I join on my own?
Yes. Group tours are sold per person and solo guests are welcome.
What is the difference between group and private?
On a group tour you join other guests and pay per person. On a private tour only your group comes and you pay one price for up to 6 guests.
Is the car price per person?
No. Private car prices are for the whole vehicle, up to 6 guests, with driver, fuel, parking and road charges included.
What if not enough people book?
Each group tour needs 4 or 5 guests. If we do not reach that, we tell you and you choose a refund or another date.
Are tips expected?
No.
Want this tour just for your group?
Message us on WhatsApp for a private tour quote and we'll sort the details with you directly.