We have been to Borough Market many times and it is always busy. We go because the produce and range of foods on sale are second to none. The market isn’t cheap, but it is a real treat for us to blow some of our hard earned cash there occasionally. However, and this is a big however, we went there on the 18th December and the place was not just heaving, it was dangerously overcrowded. You could not move around the place safely and it was a haven for pickpockets. If anyone was wandering around there full of germs, my guess is that a plague has been started. The most disappointing thing is that most people did not seem to be buying produce from the superb suppliers - too many tourists. Stay away from here if you don’t like crowds.

The food-focused Borough Market is effectively three markets in one (with restaurants, bars, and shops interspersed throughout). With a story stretching back over a thousand years, historic Borough Market is London’s most famous and best-loved food market for good reason. Whether you’re looking for cured meats and cheeses, super fresh fruit and veg, street-food classics like scotch eggs and fried fish, or even substantial West African stews, Thai curries, and some of the capital’s finest fish and chips, you’ll be sure to find what you’re looking for here For 1,000 years, the market has been the center of the London food trade, where merchants and farmers can freely ply their wares. Located near the London Bridge and South Bank, you can easily lose a few hours wandering and drooling over the finds at this top gourmet market. Note: As London’s biggest market, the crowds at Borough Market can sometimes be overwhelming. Though open Wednesday to Sunday, it’s better to go during quieter hours, so the best times to visit the market are early on Saturdays or weekday afternoons. Borough Market sits just under the railway lines, and conveniently, the Borough Market tube stop is London Bridge.

We went to Borough Market for something to eat before a play at the Globe. It was Thursday around 4PM in August. We knew it was going to be busy, and it definitely was. We were elbow to elbow most of the time, but there were little areas to get away from people, luckily. My partner doesn't do well with big crowds, so she was a little fidgety. Be aware if you have similar issues. The food though, was excellent. We first walked around to see what there was. We have seen the TikToks and read about some of the must gets, like the Turnip's Chocolate Covered Strawberries (a little pricy, but actually very good) and the Black Pic sandwiches (The Best One is legit). Be ready to wait in line for almost everything. The strawberry line was lightning fast though. The Black Pig was not so much. My partner got some tacos from a stand, but she wasn't a huge fan because they threw some onions on top that she wasn't aware of. We also got some Goat's Milk Ice Cream from Greedy Goat (good!) and some "pick your own fudge" from another stand (a little chewy). We had a good time, but the place is heaving with people, places to sit were rare, it's not the cleanest place, and it's a bit overpriced. The demand is sure there, so the bit of an extra cost seems like it is not deterring anyone. The shear amount of options is crazy. You can get about anything there. You should definitely check it out.

Had a great time here as we have done in the past, taking everything in and seeing what the market had to offer. As always there was something for everyone. We decided to risk it by going on a Saturday and it was incredibly busy. I highly recommend a trip to this market but if you have the choice maybe avoid a weekend day as there were times where you simply could not move. We highly recommend Hobbs & Wyndhams for two great lunch choices. Some options are on the pricier side but we expect nothing less when in London.

I definitely visit Borough Market when I am in London. It’s a staple, a ritual for me. It’s one of few food markets which has something for one time tourists and frequent locals alike. The diversity and atmosphere of this market seconds none. It’s reflects the beautiful city of London perfectly. Saying all this, I have noticed recently a fall in quality, I would not call it a tourist trap still but some stalls have started cutting corners. Here’s my nutshell review of few things I tried; I went to Nana Fanny’s for their salt beef bagel, they have totally lost it. The serving of salt beef although weighed felt way under, mustard and pickle tasted totally bland. The mulled wine stalls still serve good drinks. Oysters I tried from two places and they were really nice as always. Prices at all places are quite reasonable for Central London. Would I visit again, definitely yes. But I hope the balance doesn’t drift further towards a touristic market.

Boro Market is one of London's most famous and established food markets and attracts many food lovers. Underground: The nearest underground station is London Bridge Station, a few minutes' walk from the market. London Bridge station is served by the Jubilee Line and the Northern Line. Bus: Several bus lines have stops nearby, such as 17, 21, 35, 40, 43, 47, 48, 133, 141, 149, 343, 344 and 381. Trains: If you need to travel by train, it is recommended to buy a Railcard on Trainpal . Enter the RC777E at a 20% discount. There are a lot of locals in the UK who don't know about this discount and I super recommend it. If you can't use it, you can privately message or comment on me and share it! Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00 Friday: 10:00 - 18:00 Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00 Sunday: Closed

I've been visiting Borough Market for over 30 years, and each year it gets busier. This time around (a sunny Saturday in March) it was packed. Wasn't a great experience, so definitely would go early in the morning to avoid crowds. But we were there to find one of the canons from the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. After the battle, the French canons were removed from their ships and used as bollards around central London. There are a few left still, although most have been replaced with replicas. It is currently being used by a local cafe to hang their rubbish bin on.... not sure how the French would feel about that, however, I guess it's being used so that's something.

Got there just before 10 AM on a Saturday and it was not crowded and no lines. Lots of food options, so it can be overwhelming, so I looked ahead online via a Google search to find places I thought would interest me and went to those places. I stayed for about an hour and as I was leaving it was getting more crowded. Most of the market is covered so good during rainy weather.

We visited Borough Market for the first time recently, having heard lots about it. It was so good! The whole area around Borough Market is really interesting, with large historic buildings and tunnels. The market itself has a huge variety of food vendors, selling both hot snacks and meals, as well as cheese, meat, fruit and vegetables etc. We will definitely be back as we only explored some of it, so there will still be plenty of tasty things to try on our next visit. I'd recommend going early. We arrived at around 10 and it wasn't too busy but by midday, it was absolutely packed with long queues (although the queues do seem to move fairly quickly). It's definitely a fun way to spend the day, with lots of other things to do nearby when you need a break from eating!

This market is open six days a week and is rich in history. I spent time checking out several markets in London, and this was, by far, my favorite one. Fresh meats, fish, cheese, chocolate, bread, veggies, flowers, and fruit, this market has it all. Mill around and get ready to taste everything! Be sure to go online and check out its history, informative articles, and recipes. It will inspire you to make culinary magic!