Authentic London Sunday Markets with a Londoner
Overview
Spend Sunday like a Londoner and discover a side of the city many visitors never see.
I’m Rich — a qualified London guide, East Londoner and son of a market trader — so London’s markets have always been part of my world.
We’ll head away from the traditional tourist trail and explore some of my favourite corners of East London, from Broadway Market and Regent’s Canal to Hackney City Farm, Columbia Road Flower Market, Brick Lane and Old Spitalfields Market.
Along the way, I’ll share the stories, characters and communities that have shaped this fascinating part of London, with plenty of local insights, great photo opportunities and personal recommendations.
There’s also time to experience the markets themselves — browse the stalls, soak up the atmosphere and, of course, try some of the incredible food along the way.
Londoner’s tip: skip breakfast. You’ll want to come hungry!
What's Included
- Stories and local insights into East London’s markets, neighbourhoods and communities
- Local tips and recommendations throughout the tour
- 3-hour guided walking tour with a qualified London guide and lifelong East Londoner
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Hackney Road
Cambridge Heath, London E2 9HD, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
16 Horner Square
London E1 6EW, UK
We end at Old Spitalfields Market giving you the chance to spend more time exploring this market and the areas around Brick Lane Market.
What To Expect
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Broadway Market
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hackney City Farm
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Road Flower Market
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brick Lane
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Spitalfields Market E1
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We’ll spend around 15–20 minutes exploring each market, giving you time to browse the stalls, grab something to eat and soak up the atmosphere. Between markets, we’ll walk for around 10–15 minutes while I share stories and local insights about the neighbourhoods we pass through.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Stories and local insights into East London’s markets, neighbourhoods and communities.
- Local tips and recommendations throughout the tour.
- 3-hour guided walking tour with a qualified London guide and lifelong East Londoner.
- Food and Drink.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Authentic London Sunday Markets with a Londoner is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Authentic London Sunday Markets with a Londoner will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Stories and local insights into East London’s markets, neighbourhoods and communities
- Local tips and recommendations throughout the tour
- 3-hour guided walking tour with a qualified London guide and lifelong East Londoner
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We’ll spend around 15–20 minutes exploring each market, giving you time to browse the stalls, grab something to eat and soak up the atmosphere. Between markets, we’ll walk for around 10–15 minutes while I share stories and local insights about the neighbourhoods we pass through.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
