The early morning tours of the City’s historic Smithfield Market usually take place monthly on a Thursday or Friday at 6.30am. This early start should not put anyone off - this is a really unusual experience for anyone interested in history, food and Victorian architecture. As if that wasn’t tempting enough, the tour provides a perfect opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of the City of London’s last surviving market at first hand and in full flow. It focuses on the workings of the famous meat market but will also cover:
The fabric of the market, which has evolved over a thousand years
The long and turbulent history of Smithfield
The growth of the notorious cattle market
The gaiety of Bartholomew Fair
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: £15+ Eventbrite Booking fee
Where: Street level entrance to the Barbican Underground Station
Book: via Eventbrite
If you have any questions about the tour please email us at [email protected]. And if you want to learn more about Smithfield's bloody past, why not go on our popular 'Dark Side of the City' tour, which take place on Friday mornings. Photos: courtesy of Niki Gorick
Please note: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
