10 fun things to do near Borough Market

Borough Market

There are few food markets as iconic and thriving as Borough Market, which has existed in one form or another for hundreds of years. You’ll find a vast choice of food stalls, from fresh fruit smoothies, authentic British chippies and cheese selections to cuisines from around the world.

Stock up for home or grab yourself a tasty lunch, picking from Taiwanese, Greek, Middle Eastern, Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese, Indian, Iraqi, Malaysian, Thai and more. Try something new each time you visit!

Hello, Delight!

Immerse yourself in Korean culture, reimagined by AI in our latest Delight exhibition.

Hidden in London’s Victorian tunnels, just around the corner from the market, Hello, Delight! is an interactive experience combining light projections and sensory experiences. You’ll explore a colourful and vibrant virtual Korean city and become a K-drama star across 12 unique themed zones.  Afterwards, you can explore the shops of Borough Yards.

You can buy tickets for Hello, Delight! here.

The Clink Prison Museum

Ten yards down the street from Hello, Delight! is The Clink, a museum about the very real and notorious 12th century prison. You’ll discover the sights, sounds and smells of medieval prison life and hear about the torment of its many unfortunate inmates.

The Golden Hinde

Explore a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drake’s famous Elizabethan galleon, used to circumnavigate the world in the 16th century. The fully-functioning replica has sailed over 100,000 miles and is now in dry dock at Southwark Park, where it serves as a museum and a prime example of maritime history.

Walk along the Thames

The south bank of the River Thames is fully pedestrianised and offers amazing views of the London skyline. A half-hour walk will take you from Borough Market all the way to the Southbank Centre and the London Eye, looking across to the Houses of Parliament at Westminster and the Big Ben clocktower.

St Paul’s Cathedral

After you’ve spent a morning at Borough Yards, head across the Millennium Bridge to find St Paul’s Cathedral. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1710, the cathedral features the world’s largest brick-and-stone dome. St Paul’s is a must-visit location for anyone visiting London, with tours of the Whispering Gallery, the Crypt and the dome.

Tower of London

If you have the time, a visit to the Tower of London should not be missed. Found on the north side of the river, the Tower of London is a 12th century complex of fortified buildings, used as a prison, an execution site and a royal palace. It’s where you’ll find the Royal Armouries collection and the British monarchy’s Crown Jewels.

Tower Bridge

The instantly recognisable Tower Bridge has been seen in countless paintings, photographs and movies. Visitors can climb to the top for a view along the Thames, take a tour of the engine room and explore the exhibition.

The View from The Shard

If you want to get an even higher vantage point, The View whisks you to the 68th and 72nd floors of The Shard, the UK’s tallest building. From there you’ll get an uninterrupted view across London in all directions.

Boat tours

You can reduce the amount of walking by taking to the water. There are many options, from sightseeing cruises to commuter ferries. There are many piers along the south bank of the Thames offering boat tours, including very close to Borough Market.

Find out more about Hello, Delight! and start planning your visit.