You will learn about the history of the area which is home to the longest antique market in the world, colourful art, fashion, beautiful architecture, iconic movie locations immortalized here on film and why there is such a large Spanish community here too. There are six stops, including Venezuelan street food (the Cachapa) from Papelón, freshly imported Jamón Serrano & Andalucian olives from mainland Spain to one of the oldest - still family run - Spanish delis in London, a tasting of local gin from the Portobello Road Gin Distillery, baked in-house croissant buns from the hottest new bakery to hit Notting Hill, chocolate truffles from a hidden away chocolatier and a suprise picked up from the world famous Ottolenghi's. You will have plenty of time to walk, talk, eat and simply let yourself get drawn in by this incredible area. See you soon.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ This is a food and drink walking tour so we will visit 6 different food & drinks stops. Some with large portions and some just as tasters.
✔ There is a Gin & Tonic from Portobello Road's very own Distillery included. Only 18 years old and above are allowed to have these drinks
Departure & Return
Departure:
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We will meet directly outside Ladbroke Grove tube station.
Itinerary
1
Portobello Road Market
Home to the longest antique market in the world. Through out the whole week Portobello Road always has an amazing electric atmosphere to it. From vintage clothing to Bric-à-brac stalls and not forgetting the lively food market, there's something for everyone here.
Duration: 2 hours
2
The Notting Hill Bookshop
From the award-winning hit film 'Notting Hill' you can visit the famous Blue door and the book shop that Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts starred in.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Banksy Tunnel
There's so much incredible art & graffiti in the area but how could we miss works from the incredible and anonymous 'Banksy'. We will see two of his pieces on the Portobello Tales tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please bring comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water if its going to be a hot day, any serious dietary requirements, please inform us as we will try our best to find you a delicious substitute.
