NEW! Eating London Notting Hill Breakfast Tour
from $103.74
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
This unique London tour connects 5 authentic bakeries with famous movie locations in a 2-hour small group experience.
From traditional scones and pies to innovative fusion pastries, each stop reveals how centuries of immigration have transformed British baking culture around Portobello Road Market.
Between bites, explore the neighborhood’s musical and literary connections, from Bob Marley to George Orwell, and architectural beauty of the pastel streets which make every corner Instagram-worthy. Your local guide will reveal the stories behind the area’s transformation from working-class enclave to bohemian haven, while ensuring you taste the best of both traditional and contemporary London baking.
2 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Your guide will be waiting for you on the corner of Pembridge Square Garden, wearing a purple Eating Europe bag.
Itinerary
- 1Stop
Step into a historic cabmen’s shelter and eat like a London driver. Discover a rare 19th-century green hut while enjoying a classic bacon sandwich, simple, hearty, and rooted in the city’s working-class food tradition.
- 2Stop
Taste Britain’s most iconic bake at a specialist scone bakery. Try a warm scone with raspberry jam, clotted cream, and English Breakfast tea, while settling the age-old debate: is it “scone” like cone or gone?
- 3Stop
Stand outside the former home of George Orwell, where one of Britain’s most influential writers began his literary journey.
- 4Stop
Visit a beloved neighborhood bakery rooted in London’s food scene. Sample a rich beef and ale pie, flaky, savory, and deeply comforting, while discovering the legacy behind one of Notting Hill’s most iconic baking institutions.
- 5Stop
Pass by a charming antiques shop featured in the movie Paddington and discover Notting Hill’s vintage roots. Learn how the neighborhood became a hub for antiques while exploring a real filming location from this beloved British film.
- 6Stop
A bakery stop where French and Danish classics are reimagined with warm Indian spices. Expect buttery pastries infused with cardamom and a smooth, aromatic chai that perfectly ties the experience together.
- 7Stop
Step into the world of Notting Hill with iconic film locations, then continue through charming streets lined with pastel-coloured houses. A relaxed walk blending movie nostalgia with some of London’s most photogenic neighbourhood scenery, perfect for photos and memories.
- 8Stop
A quiet French-inspired bakery on All Saints Road, perfect for a relaxed pause. Enjoy a final bite of bakewell tart with tea or coffee, a sweet finish to this tour.
- 9Stop
Walk in the footsteps of 70s music legends at the former Island Records studio on All Saints Road, where iconic artists once recorded history-shaping tracks.
What's included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Discover Indian-spiced continental pastries
- Stand outside the famous blue door while enjoying a freshly baked cardamom bun and spiced chai
- Taste an authentic beef and ale pie on bustling Portobello Road Market
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Not included
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
