Open House Festival

Smithfield Market Tour

Sir Horace Jones, 1868

Barbican tube station, at street level, EC1A 4JA

Interested in history, food and Victorian architecture? This early morning tour (6.30am start) with a City Guide provides a perfect opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of the City of London’s last surviving market at first hand.

Getting there

Tube

Barbican, Farringdon

Additional travel info

Meeting point is outside Barbican Tube station at street level. Aldersgate Street London EC1A 4JA. End point is within Smithfield Market

Access

Facilities

Accessibility notes

Level access but uneven surfaces (cobbles) and kerbs.

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Activities

Fri 20 Sep

Guided tour

06:30–08:00

Smithfield Market Guided Tour

The 6.30am start should not put anyone off. This is an unusual experience for anyone interested in history, food and Victorian architecture.

How to book

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About

The City of London

The City of London is the oldest part of London, built by Romans nearly 2000 years ago. Over the centuries its trading guilds -Livery Companies - shaped the area making it home to many trades. Nowadays it is known as the one of the most important financial centres in the world with a unique history and heritage.
The City Guides are the Official Guides to the City of London - qualified, accredited, insured professionals.

Conditions for the tour

The tour takes place in the early morning, starting at 6.30 am when the market is still open (it shuts at 7.00am). Part of the walk is outside. Please dress appropriately and wear sensible footwear.

You will be able to buy meat in the market and if this is something you may want to do please bring cash and card and a bag.

Due to the nature of the site we cannot accommodate any non-support animals.

Places on the tour are limited and must be booked in advance

Online presence

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www.facebook.com/LondonCityGuides

www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d14792476-Reviews-City_Guides-London_England.html

cityoflondonguides.com

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