
Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market
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September 2026
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5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market worth booking?
Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market is a 1.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $100 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Dr Stephen King is a qualified tour guide with years of experience of delivering fun, informative bespoke history tours for guests from across the world. He is an expert on this amazing part of London and will show you
What you get
- Admission fees
About this experience
Dr Stephen King is a qualified tour guide with years of experience of delivering fun, informative bespoke history tours for guests from across the world. He is an expert on this amazing part of London and will show you the hidden corners that even locals have not spotted. Happy to fit around your timings and make your tour based around your group's interest. Prefect for corporate tours, or a family and friends special day. Do check him out at @stevedoestours
What's included
Included
- Admission fees
Not included
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Borough Market
The market has a rich history, possibly even back to the Romans
10 minutes here
Southwark Anglican Cathedral
Links to Dickens, Chaucer and the burial site of the Bard's brother.
20 minutes here
London Bridge
There has been a bridge here since the Romans. But why was London Bridge falling down?
15 minutes here
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Visiting the sites of Shakespeare's Globe and Marlowe's Rose Theatres. Also visiting the new Globe theatre. Hearing about the shocking and surprising histories of these giants of literature.
30 minutes here
Golden Hinde
Was the Captin a Pirate or great British explorer? Actually a bit of both. Learn more about this amazing ship that sailed around the world.
10 minutes here
The George Pub
The one remaining historic coaching inn, rich in history with links to Dickens.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Just by Borough Market is Park Street, with the Gentlemen Baristas, I will meet you outside
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We finish close to the market, on the river by the Globe. However as this is a private tour we can alter the route to finish at a specific location if you would like to.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Dr Stephen King
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Engaging and Family-Friendly 90-minute tour
My family (2 adults, 2 teenagers) did a 90-min tour with Stephen and it was fantastic! we saw Changing of the Guards and cruised by many of the London history icons (lots of palaces, Elizabeth Tower, 10 Downing Street, etc) all the while learning some fun and digestible history. it was a great experience for our family who aren't (yet) history fans like I am. Thank you Stephen!
via Tripadvisor
Great historical tour
Fantastic tour, easy to follow on foot and many great pieces of history shared
Response from the operator: Thank you - glad you enjoyed it
via Tripadvisor
Best tour.
Outstanding tour. Great walk experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Best Stephen king in London!
What an amazing way to spend a Sunday. Stephen has been so great showing us around London talking passionately about science, monsters, and everything in between, being open for every question along the way. Explaining things in such an interesting way. The tour could have been another hour and I would have listened eagerly. Thank you Stephen for showing us around! Need to read some books now!
Response from the operator: Thank you and what a lovely review. Hope to see you again soon. All the best
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private History Tour Beyond Borough Market start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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