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Discover Borough Market, London's legendary food hub near London Bridge. Graze your way past stalls of fresh oysters, paella, artisan cheese, and baked goods, arriving early to beat the lunchtime crowds.
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Trading in some form for centuries near the southern end of London Bridge, Borough Market has evolved into one of the city's premier food destinations, with stalls turning out everything from fresh oysters and paella to artisan cheese and baked goods. Its perfect must-see score and strong trendy rating reflect a market that has become a genuine food-lover's pilgrimage as well as a mainstream visitor attraction, and reviewers consistently rate the range and quality of food as worth the inevitable crowds.
Arriving early is a common recommendation, both to explore the layout before the lunch rush and to catch vendors before popular items sell out. It suits grazing your way through lunch as much as browsing for ingredients to take home.
Trading in some form for centuries near the southern end of London Bridge, Borough Market has evolved into one of the city's premier food destinations, with stalls turning out everything from fresh oysters and paella to artisan cheese and baked goods. Its perfect must-see score and strong trendy rating reflect a market that has become a genuine food-lover's pilgrimage as well as a mainstream visitor attraction, and reviewers consistently rate the range and quality of food as worth the inevitable crowds.
Arriving early is a common recommendation, both to explore the layout before the lunch rush and to catch vendors before popular items sell out. It suits grazing your way through lunch as much as browsing for ingredients to take home.
Duration
1h15
Best time
morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Easy pace
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Reviews
Loved the place lots to do, go late and you'll get lots of deals. Or go early and stroll around! Try to figure out upfront where you want to g, if it's your first time, as it has a lot to offer. Also be aware the hot spots sell out!
Quincy Naomi Lobato
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