Visit Some of London's Most Famous Markets
About: PortobelloRoad Market is the world’s largest antiques market that contains the most extensive selection of antiques in Britain. With Saturday being the most popular day, you can be sure to spot talented street performers whilst also getting to experience the most vibrant, multicultural and liveliest street in one! Don’t forget to take pictures and tag us! Instagram: @hostfamilystay
What To See:
1. Second Hand Goods - Golborne Road to Westway
2. Clothing & Fashion - Westway
3. Household Essentials - Westway to Talbot Road
4. Fruit, Vegetables & Other Food - Talbot Road to Elgin Crescent
5. Antiques - Elgin Crescent to Chepstow Villas
Address: Portobello Road, Ladbroke Grove, London, W11 1LU
Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8:00am - 6:30pm
TripAdvisor Rating: 4/5
How To Get There:
Underground Stations: Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle, District Line), Ladbroke Grove (Hammersmith & City Line)
For more information on planning your journey, please visit the TfL Journey Planner website:
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
2. Primrose Hill
About: Primrose Hill Market is a vibrant farmer’s market, open every Saturday, where the best and fresh hand-picked food is brought together into one place by many producers and street food traders. You can expect to find vegetables, cheese, crepes and even beer, wine and coffee stalls! It is an ideal weekend destination to tuck into some delicious food and drinks.
Must Try’s:
1. Ted’s Veg
2. Oliviers Bakery
3. Borough Cheese Co
4. Nha Trang Kitchen
5. Crepes a la Carte
Address: Elsworthy Road, Primrose Hill, London, NW3 3DS
Opening Hours:Saturday, 10:00am - 3:00pm
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
How To Get There:
Underground Stations: Swiss Cottage (JubileeLine) and Chalk Farm (Northern Line)
For more information on planning your journey, please visit the TfL Journey Planner website:
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
3. Borough Market
About: Borough Market is London’s oldest food market, and has been serving locals for over 1,000 years. It is a riot of colours, smells, human engagement, and is a source of genuinely exceptional fresh produce. Borough Market is built up of artisan stalls, shops, and restaurants so you can be certain to come across something that interests you.
Must Try’s:
1. British Charcuterie from Cannon & Cannon
2. Raclette from Kappacasein
3. A Cup of Joe from Monmouth Coffee
4. Gelato from 3Bis
5. English Wine from The Wine Pantry
Address: 8 Southwark Street, London, SE1 1TL
Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
How To Get There:
Underground Stations: London Bridge (Jubilee, Northern Line), Southwark (Jubilee Line)
For more information on planning your journey, please visit the TfL Journey Planner website:
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
4. Bethnal Green Market
About: Bethnal Green Market consists of a small group of stalls held by a selection of traditional market traders, many of whom have been running these stalls for many years. Here, you can find a variety of clothes, jewellery, fresh flowers and cheap toiletries. After a busy day of bartering, be sure to show off those new earrings at a local favourite pub such as The Star of Bethnal Green or The Old George. Bethnal Green Road itself is home to a number of shops, pubs, and cafes, meaning you are guaranteed to find a yummy place to dine at.
What To See:
1. Clothes
2. Fruit & Vegetables
3. Flowers
Address: Bethnal Green Road, London, E2 0AG
Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8:00am - 6:00pm
TripAdvisor Rating: 4/5
How To Get There:
Underground Stations: Bethnal Green (Central Line), Shoreditch (Northern Line), Whitechapel (London Overground, Hammersmith & City, District Line)
For more information on planning your journey, please visit the TfL Journey Planner website:
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
5. Billingsgate Fish Market
About: Billingsgate Fish Market is located in Canary Wharf. It is the UK’s largest inland fish market and is home to the Seafood Training School. With trading commencing from 4:00am to 8:30am, you can be sure to find the freshest fish, sweetest lobsters and crispiest shrimp to take home and cook up the perfect dish *chef’s kiss*. Be sure to wake up early because as they say: “The early bird catches the worm” or in this case...fish.
What To See:
1. Lobster and crab stalls
2. Large and small fish stalls
3. Shrimp and prawns
Address: Trafalgar Way, London, E14 5ST
Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 4:00am - 8:30am
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
How To Get There:
Underground Stations: Canary Wharf (Jubilee Line), Canning Town (Jubilee Line), Bromley-by-Bow (District Line)
For more information on planning your journey, please visit the TfL Journey Planner website:
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
We hope you found this article useful and that you feel inspired to visit some of these wonderful cultural markets in London!
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