Britain · FOOD & DRINK

The 15 Best Food Tours in Britain

21 tours  ·  from $25

Borough Market, a haggis tasting and more than one place that will argue about the pie. These 15 walk the markets and the back streets, priced, timed and clear about how hungry to turn up.

London Bridge & Borough Market Food Tour with 7 Authentic Dishes - Start with a bacon and egg bap or sausage roll
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London Bridge & Borough Market Food Tour with 7 Authentic Dishes

1.London Bridge & Borough Market Food Tour with 7 Authentic Dishes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,972 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $113Our pick

Meet near London Bridge for a three-hour food walk through Borough Market. With a guide such as Chris, Gary, Billie, Jeremy, or Anna, you’ll try sausage roll, fish and chips, British cheese, dessert, drinks, and a secret dish. The group is limited to 12, and a Soho version is also available.

“Great tour. Had a nice mix of some history and facts about London as well as a tour of a great food place. The food was all very good. Was with a young teen who also enjoyed the tour”

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Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More - Haggis, whisky, and the Scottish food lesson
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Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More

2.Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,172 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Spend about three hours walking Edinburgh’s Old Town with a small group of up to 10. Guides such as Carlos, Nichola, Craig, Nyssa, Joanne, and Madge combine haggis, neeps and tatties, Scottish cheese, cakes, whisky, and a secret dish with stories about the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and local food traditions.

“Fun day in old town Edinburgh. Food was super tasty and our guide, Joanne, was so fun! I liked the variety of places chosen”

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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge - How much value do you get for $24.96?
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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

3.Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24Best value

Spend about two hours at Hot Toddy on Jeffrey Street tasting four single malt whiskies from Scotland’s main whisky regions. Guides such as Ben, Euan, Alasdair, and Angus pair whisky lessons with Scottish folklore, family tales, and humor. Alternative drinks are available, and the whisky ticket includes the tastings.

“We absolutely loved this experience. Ben—our host and the owner—was an incredible storyteller. He entertained us for two hours that flew by. Honestly, I thought a two-hour whisky talk might get a little tedious, but I was completely wrong. Ben is funny, charming, and incredibly engaging—and coming from an American, I could happily listen to that accent for even longer! I genuinely learned a few new things about whisky, and I appreciated the balance of humor and education. If we hadn’t already made dinner plans, we would’ve happily stayed afterward, trusting that part of the evening would be just as excellent as the tasting itself.”

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London Foodie Adventure:More than 10 dishes with Sherpa Food Tour - Neal’s Yard and the short walk through Seven Dials
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London Foodie Adventure:More than 10 dishes with Sherpa Food Tour

4.London Foodie Adventure:More than 10 dishes with Sherpa Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 932 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $105

This 3.5-hour London food walk links Covent Garden, Seven Dials, and Soho through five food stops. Expect 10-plus dishes and drinks, from British cheese and fish and chips to Indian street food, Taiwanese-style buns, and a pub dessert. Guides including Kevin, Fergus, Will, and Nick add local history and music stories. Vegetarian and gluten-free menus are available if requested when booking.

“My husband and I had a 2 day stop over in London before our cruise out of Southhampton. We booked the food tour and were lucky enough to be guided by Fergus. He was a knowledgeable guide and brought our attention to many non-food things during the tour. The food stops were diverse and outstanding with a sampling of many ethnicities. We were stuffed at the end and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone. Thanks again Fergus and good luck in your future endeavours. Joanne & Kim - Vancouver Island, BC”

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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting - The Hermitage and Black Linn Falls
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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

5.Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 628 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $63

Spend 9.5 hours crossing Perthshire’s hills and forests with a live English-speaking guide. Walk through the Hermitage to Black Linn Falls, pause in Dunkeld and Pitlochry, admire Queen’s View over Loch Tummel, then tour Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Guides such as Duncan, Graeme, Sean, and Kylie are known for lively stories, music, and Scottish history.

“The guide was the best !! William is a gem of a person .. also the Dewar tour was really nice”

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Eating London: Twilight Soho VIP Food & Drinks Tour - Gunpowder Soho brings Indian cooking into the mix
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Eating London: Twilight Soho VIP Food & Drinks Tour

6.Eating London: Twilight Soho VIP Food & Drinks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $151

Spend three and a half hours tasting Soho with a local English-speaking guide such as Tom, Jordana, Dave, or Lizzie. Visit five food and drink stops, from Gunpowder and Lahpet to Bun House and Basement Sate, while hearing stories about Mozart, The Beatles, Queen, jazz, and Soho nightlife. The tour is limited to 12 people and suits adults who enjoy variety.

“The food was great, the guides were fantastic. They were very knowledgeable and aware of the needs of the group the entire time. Both ladies tried very hard and kept the pace of the group on track.”

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East London Indian Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Food Tastings - Walking through Brick Lane and Banglatown
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East London Indian Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Food Tastings

7.East London Indian Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 585 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $135

Spend about three hours walking from Whitechapel Gallery through Brick Lane and East London, stopping for eight or more tastings of curries, naan, pakoras, tandoori dishes, sweets, lassi, and a secret dish. Guides such as Amin, Ricky, Tamiza, and Jai add food knowledge and local context. The group is limited to 12.

“Really enjoyed this tour because it takes you beyond the typical tourist areas. Our guide was fabulous and explained everything that we were eating, and included a fun spice quiz. I’d do this again!”

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Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours - Chambers Street and the Museum of Scotland
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Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours

8.Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 561 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Spend about three hours walking from St Giles’ Street through the Grassmarket, Old Town, Royal Mile, and New Town while eating a full meal and pairing it with four drinks. Guides such as Tilly, Tom, Tamara, Wag, and Christy mix Scottish history, food lore, and practical restaurant advice in groups capped at 12.

“What a lovely tour and experience! Our guide Tilly was fun, insightful, knowledgeable, and so sweet! The small group size was perfect and each place showed a little culinary side of Scotland! Highly recommend!”

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Manchester Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour - What you actually eat along the way
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Manchester Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

9.Manchester Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 559 reviews · from $68

Walk central Manchester with a lively guide such as Mel, Mark, or Matt, stopping for Lancashire cheese, halloumi, rarebit, grilled cheese, wine, and fizz. You will visit food outlets you might miss on your own, answer quiz questions, and meet cheesemongers. Arrive early, wear comfortable shoes, and expect limited seating.

“Very interesting and engaging tour. Mark was very informative and good fun. Highlight were the halloumi tasting at Pupa and the grilled cheese at Northern Sould.”

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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting - What happens inside the distillery
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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

10.Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $37

At Holyrood Distillery, you get a one-hour guided look at whisky and gin production, followed by several tastings. Guides such as Diego, Brice, Chris, and Neil are known for clear, friendly presentations. The tour covers Holyrood’s experimental approach, with a bar and shop waiting at the end.

“Not very interesting quite far from old town.the distillery itself is quite small and as the group was small it got even more boring”

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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town - Four drams, four Scottish regions
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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

11.90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Meet at John's Coffee House in Parliament Square for a 90-minute tasting in The Lost Close, an underground Old Town venue. A guide such as Mark, Dan, Haley, or Nicky introduces four whiskies from Scotland's main regions, explains how they are made, and shows you how to taste them. Intermediate and high-end options are also available.

“My husband and I loved this experience! Neither of us are that into whiskey, but we wanted to experience authentic Scottish whiskey, and we enjoyed Dan's explanations and humor. The group we were with was good fun as well. The setting in a basement made the experience feel a bit more historical and dramatic. Highly recommend!”

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Harrogate Walking Food Tour - Five tasting stops with plenty of variety
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Harrogate Walking Food Tour

12.Harrogate Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $145

Meet your guide at Starling47 in Harrogate at 11:30 am for a three-hour walk through the town’s food shops and historic streets. Expect several tasting stops, drinks, snacks, local stories, and a small group of up to 16 people. Guides may include Kay, Linda, Jill, Gill, or Paul, and dietary needs should be shared when booking.

“Tour guide was knowledgeable and informative and we would recommend this tour. The locations were interesting and ice cream in particular, delicious!”

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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour - Browsing Stockbridge Market and local food shops
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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

13.Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 231 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Walk from Comely Bank through Stockbridge with a guide such as Jenny, Xander, or Kieran, stopping at local cheese shops and a deli for roughly seven cheese samples and a drink. Expect a social, mostly outdoor tour with plenty of standing, neighborhood stories, and a route away from Edinburgh’s main tourist sights.

“Xander, our tour guide was excellent, he possessed good knowledge, with well spoken communication and an open friendly personality, it was a most pleasant experience and I would/will be recommending this to others!”

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Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours - Old Town: a thousand years of stories without the usual crowds
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Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours

14.Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $325

Walk Edinburgh’s West End, New Town, and Old Town with a private guide such as Tom, Wag, Anastaziya, or Julie. Expect a full-meal’s worth of Scottish food, paired drinks, whisky tastings, local history, and practical tips for eating and drinking after the tour. Hotel pickup is offered, and dietary needs can be arranged in advance.

“Enjoyed the tastings and whiskeys. Our guide was full of knowledge and history of Edinburgh. Definitely recommend!!!”

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Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours

15.Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $159

Spend about three hours walking central Glasgow with Eat Walk Glasgow, stopping at five restaurants and bars for a full meal of Scottish food and drink. Guides such as Mhairi, Iain, Leire, and Louie mix city stories with generous tastings, from Scotch eggs and Cullen skink to cranachan and sticky toffee pudding. Adult tickets include four paired drinks.

“Our guide, Louie, and his choices for food and drink were great. We also got a history lesson during our walk. Great tour but Viator gave us the incorrect meeting place and we almost missed the tour.”

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