Top England Food Tours - page 2

Travelers with a sweet tooth will love this small-group tour of several London chocolatiers. Your guide is a former cocoa and coffee trader, so you’ll benefit from their specialist knowledge and sample numerous fine chocolates. Learn more about the manufacturing of chocolate, and you’ll get the chance to buy items at a discounted price.

Discover some of London’s most enchanting neighborhoods the easy way—with a guide in the lead—on this fascinating walking tour. Discover the famous neighborhood of Notting Hill, Portobello Road and its antiques, plus Kensington Gardens with its Diana memorial and the exterior of the Royal Albert Hall. Finish your tour off with a classic cream tea that you can enjoy at your own pace.

Long a popular spa destination in England, the charming town of Harrogate is today also reputed for its food scene. On this half-day lunchtime tour, you’ll stroll past the key sights in the city center and will pause at five different eateries and other venues. Sample local treats and learn about Harrogate’s history as you go. By the tour’s end, you’ll have enjoyed the equivalent of a hearty meal.

Eat your way through London’s East End on this small-group food tour. This epicurean adventure is ideal for hungry travelers who want to fully discover London’s diverse food scene, from Ghanian chocolate to Bengali street snacks. The tasty itinerary takes you through trendy Shoreditch, historic Whitechapel, and colorful Brick Lane, the heart of London’s south Asian food scene.

Eat your way through London’s diverse culinary culture on this cycle tour (or walk-and-bus tour if it rains) of Camden Market and Southbank. Meet your guide before lunch, grab your rental bike (own expense), and set off with a small group. As you work your way north, stop to indulge in a range of treats, from burgers to halloumi fries, ice cream, and beyond. Vegetarians are welcome.

Enjoy a classic British afternoon tea without worrying about reservations on this guided Kensington Palace experience. View the palace from the exterior, and stroll through gardens created by Prince Albert while learning about the history of Britain’s tea time tradition. Then, sit down to a traditional spread of sandwiches, cakes, and scones while hearing stories about the royal family and palace life.

Visit four historic pubs in Central London that you’d be hard-pressed to find on your own—and hear tales about royals, politicians, and celebrities along the way—on this small-group walking tour. Follow your guide off the typical tourist trail, and immerse yourself in classically British pub culture. You have the freedom and flexibility to purchase drinks as you go, if preferred.

Sightsee whilst savoring local-made doughnuts on this foodie tour around South London's Borough Market. Learn about the history of the market as you take your pick of artisanal doughnuts to try. You’ll also have a chance to sip different teas and stop to take in a gorgeous view over Tower Bridge after you’ve had your fill of tasty treats. Perfect for a sweet breakfast or a post-lunch treat.

Explore Manchester’s rich array of culinary treats with your friendly and knowledgeable guide who will take you on a journey led by your tastebuds. Feast on food from around the globe, all found in Manchester thanks to its multi-cultural heritage and long history of food and drink experimentation. Taste goodies at a traditional Cantonese bakery in Manchester’s Chinatown, and try delicacies from a whole host of local hidden gems including restaurants and street food vendors.

Discover central London through your taste buds during this private foodie tour that has you solving riddles for your meal ticket. This game turns the London Bridge and Bankside areas into a maze where you unlock traditional English classics and sweet treats, all while exploring two of the city’s most famous cultural neighborhoods.

London is home to one of the world’s most delicious and dynamic dining scenes—and this private tour introduces you to its unmissable highlights. Pick from a range of itineraries, including an East End tour, a Soho and Chinatown tour, and more. Whichever you choose, you can look forward to rubbing shoulders with locals and indulging in a range of top-tier eats.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies. The Lastminute.com London Eye stands at 443 feet (135 meters) high, and offers impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

Designed for Harry Potter ™ fans who want more than just photo stops, this immersive walking tour brings London’s wizarding connections to life through filming locations and the real landmarks that inspired the books. Explore areas such as Soho and Covent Garden while following a guide, picking up behind-the-scenes trivia along the way, taking part in a fun quiz, and even getting sorted into your Hogwarts house.

Fill your belly with sweet treats and your camera roll with mouthwatering shots on this small-group foodie walking tour dedicated to delicious doughnuts. Stroll along the south side of the River Thames via Borough Market and London Bridge with your food fanatic guide, sampling doughnuts at food trucks, bakeries, a pastry school, and more. Learn about the area from your guide, and walk off some of the calories between stops.

Journey back in time on a hop-on hop-off bus tour of York, England’s quintessential medieval town. Your flexible 24-hour ticket enables you build a custom itinerary of York’s main attractions such as The Stonebow, Clifford’s Tower, Museum Gardens and more. With unobstructed views from the open-top viewing deck and 20 possible stops around town, you have the best of the city at your fingertips.

Take in the sights, smells, and flavors of Leeds on this tour around independent city center food venues. Eat your way through local delicacies and learn about the provenance and culture of each dish, from freshly baked bread to locally-brewed beer. Experience the living history of Leeds Kirkgate Market, and dine at restaurants at the cutting edge of Yorkshire cuisine.

See Soho through the eyes of a local on a small-group or private walking tour of the area. Stroll through maze-like streets with a local guide and visit famous landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus, tuck into traditional dumplings in Chinatown, see legendary venues where artists such as Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles played, and hear stories of historic events that took place here.

If you’re a lover of fine wine and cheese, pleasure your palate during a cheese-and-wine tour of Newcastle upon Tyne. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour combines local delicacies with stops at a food market and Newcastle Castle, in order to provide the inside scoop on local culture and history.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

Walk the halls of one of the world’s oldest and most famous universities on this walking tour of Oxford University. Get a glimpse of student life as you peek inside the famous Bodleian Library and see landmarks like the University Church of St. Mary, Radcliffe Camera, and Trinity College. Learn about the prestigious university’s famous alumni, hear fascinating stories and anecdotes about its history, and see on-campus locations used in the Harry Potter films.

See a spookier side to York without the worry of getting lost during this guided ghost walk around the streets and snickelways (alleys) of the medieval city. Listen to your guide tell tales of York’s tragic past that you wouldn’t otherwise hear, ask questions along the way to learn more, and enjoy an atypical introduction to the city.

Booking afternoon tea with a royal view can be difficult to arrange on your own. This private experience at The Rubens at the Palace offers a relaxed way to enjoy the tradition overlooking the Royal Mews. Savor finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and cakes, choose from loose-leaf teas, and upgrade to include a glass of Champagne.

Spend less time in ticket lines and more time journeying through London’s darkest days by prebooking your entrance ticket to the London Dungeon. This chilling sensory experience includes elaborate staging, interactive attractions, and engaging performances. Witness gruesome scenes including the horrors of London’s notorious killers, the putrescence of the Great Plague, and the Great Fire of 1666. Face sentencing at Newgate Prison and finish your journey at the Dungeon Tavern to hear local gossip.

Harry Potter fans in London may rush to the Warner Bros. studio, but plenty of magical movie locations can be found within the British capital. Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour through central London and see the real-life spots that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.