London
Vintage shopping in London
Markets & Local Finds • 5 hours
5.0
(6)
Vintage shopping in London
Thrift store sifting, vintage treasures and retro finds in eclectic East London.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Explore the streets of East London with its stylish neighborhoods as you shop up a storm
- Browse vintage boutiques and second-hand markets for unique vintage pieces
- Stop at a trendy cafe or coffee shop for a snack (we’re thinking latte, smoothie or artisanal croissant)
- Wander the streets of Shoreditch, Hoxton, and Spitalfields and explore the many shops and stores along the streets
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
5 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
5-hour awesome experience
Private and personalized
Start when you like
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities
Someone to pay for your shopping
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll join one of our local London hosts as they lead you on a journey through East London, flitting from retro boutiques to vintage stores to second-hand markets, and everywhere in between.
East London is known for its penchant for vintage threads, and with your local London host to show you to the best spots, it’s almost a guarantee that you’ll come home with a few new additions to your wardrobe.
This neck of the woods is where all the cool kids come to hang out and shop - but skip the overpriced hipster vintage stores and get straight to the good stuff.
Meander through the mural-painted streets of Shoreditch, Hoxton, and Spitalfields. Explore the old-school markets, characteristic vintage stores, and independent boutiques as you indulge in some retail therapy.
Your local London host is here to share with you all the vintage hotspots of their city, at whatever pace you’re happy with. You’ll feel like you’re shopping with a knowledgeable friend by your side, which obviously means you’ll buy way more than you planned to. Oops.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Dana,
Jun 2017
Darija is very knowledgeable of the areas we went to. She was very sweet, pleasant, good taste where she was a great help when i shopped for formal shirts i don't think could have done it alone, she immediately picked up my taste. She had interesting topics to talk about throughout the time we had together, the interesting part is that we both discovered the major sites together for the first time like Westminster Abby and ST. Paul's Cathedral where we shared the first time experience.
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Rebecca,
Mar 2025
It was great to have JJ pick out the right foods to eat as well as give us the background and history of London.
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Rebecca,
Mar 2025
He shared his wealth of information entertaining 4 teenage boys with the history of Great Britain and highlights of London. Then we moved on to Borough Market where he showed us all the best eats with a little history mixed in. We ended the tour at a local pub, with a pint, stories, laughs, and a new friend! Thanks JJ!
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Michael,
Mar 2025
Alan was an absolutely amazing guide. We had a call before we left so he could prepare the tour for our exact desires. The day of the tour was fantastic. He knew so many amazing facts and places to visit. He would be my first choice on my return to London.
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Linda,
Mar 2025
Delia was knowledgeable, thorough and attentive. Her approach was great. She provided a big picture perspective and then broke our journey into understandable, relatable components. She was also very accommodating, tailoring our time together to meet my needs. I would definitely seek her out on a return trip.
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Jennifer,
Mar 2025
We loved our guide and learned so much!
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