Is Portobello Road expensive?

It is a little expensive here in Portobello Road but everywhere is more or less expensive around London. If you can afford to visit London, a few souvenirs from Portobello Market are not going to hurt. Even though a lot of websites say to get there early, the crowd wasn't any different in the morning and afternoon.

Is Portobello Market overpriced?

Many of the things quite expensive. In the name of antique shop keepers quoting any price. But for clothing,etc prices were fine. But still nice vibe to it, but we left quickly in an hour or so.

Is Portobello Road worth visiting?

If you love pottering through markets for unique finds, then Portobello Road Market is absolutely worth visiting. This is one of the best places to purchase one-of-a-kind items for yourself and your loved ones.

Is the Portobello Road cash or card?

Towards the north end of Portobello Road, Golborne Rd is famous for vintage furniture, clothes shops, delis, a Portuguese patisserie and and an assortment of hip cafes. Not all vendors along Portobello Road accept credit cards, so bring cash.

What to buy on Portobello Road?

Stretching over two miles throughout London's West End, this massive open-air antiques market is the largest of its kind in the world, and over 1,500 dealers can be found here selling everything from vintage clothes and antique household items to electronics, jewellery, artwork, beauty products and delicious street ...

The Portobello Road: The Most FAMOUS Antiques Market in London

Do you need cash for Portobello Road?

Things to Know Before You Go

Portobello Road is a must-see spot for shoppers interested in antiques, second-hand fashion, food, books, and music. Bring cash with you for small items, though vendors do generally accept credit cards.

What is the best day to go to Portobello Road Market?

Portobello is really several markets in one, Saturday being the day when all are in full swing. Then you can experience a mile of hustle, haggle, colour and energy. The feature of Saturdays is the opening of hundreds of antique and specialist shops and stalls.

What day is Portobello market open?

Portobello Road Market is open daily (except Thursdays) from 8am to 7pm in spring and summer and 9am to 6pm in autumn and winter. On Thursdays, it opens for a half-day from 9am to 1pm. Portobello Road Market's main trading day is Saturday.

What is sold at Portobello Market?

With over 1,000 dealers, pubs and restaurants, the market's stalls sell everything from antiques, jewellery, fruit and vegetables, clothing, second hand goods and household essentials.

What is the Portobello Road known for?

Portobello is home to one of the most famous and historical street markets in the world and from that a rich community of diversity and culture which offers a truly unique and special visit every time. Come to explore, people watch, find bargain, and grab a bite to eat with friends and family.

Is Portobello or Camden market better?

Portobello is a more traditional 'street market' - antiques in the first section, then moving to food, bric a brac, clothing etc... Camden is more of a structured market - not in the street - with converted buildings housing vendors, and stalls set up in areas off the road.

Does Portobello Road have food?

Hot food & takeaways

On Fridays and Saturdays street vendors in Portobello Road serve freshly-cooked dishes from all over the world including churros, bratwurst, paella, crepes and curry. On Golborne Road, you'll find North African and Caribbean street food throughout the week.

Is Portobello Road a nice area?

Portobello Road is one of the most magical streets in London, and somehow I ended up living on it. With its pastel houses, renowned front doors featured in movies, and a market that draws people from all over, this road is a famous piece of the tourist-favorite Notting Hill area.

What is the best tube station for Portobello Road Market?

To get to Portobello Road Market, the best option is to take the tube. The closest stations are Notting Hill Gate (to the south) and Ladbroke Grove (to the north). We recommend you start in Notting Hill and finish in Ladbroke Grove.

What time does Portobello shut?

Portobello Road is packed with antiques, clothing and food stalls from Westbourne Grove all the way up to and along Golborne Road. There are also a number of amazing spots to shop under the Westway along Thorpe Close. We are open Monday - Saturday from 8 am to 7 pm, with traders usually operate from 8:30 am to 6pm.

Do you bargain at Portobello Market?

Portobello Antiques Dealers Association London (PADA)

Traders are open to bargaining, but be respectful. And for a confident buy, look for vendors displaying the PADA symbol on shops and market stalls.

What is the most famous market in London?

Is Notting Hill worth a visit?

Notting Hill is considered London's most picturesque area due to its colourful houses. Lively streets, markets, events and festivals also make this a popular reason to visit this west-end London neighbourhood.

Where is the blue door from Notting Hill movie?

The plot and set may be fictional, but the famous blue door is real. Located at 280 Westbourne Park Road, in Notting Hill of course the door is the entrance to a flat valued in the region of £5m, a step up from the perceived value of the rundown bedsit from the film.

Where to start on Portobello Road?

Most people start at the Antiques end, however you might be starving hungry and want to head straight for the street food area or maybe the second hand fashion zone to get your fashionista fix ... in which case, ask your Black Cab driver to drop you off accordingly. (follow your nose!)

Where to start at Portobello Market?

If you want to experience the antiques and the vintage shops first, then stop at Notting Hill Gate Tube Station, but if you want to experience second-hand goods and bric-a-brac, then get off at Lancaster Gate Station. Portobello Road is a straight road anyway, so you won't get lost finding things.

Which tube is best for Notting Hill?

Notting Hill Gate is the main Tube station in the area, and it's served by the Central line, the District line and the Circle line. Alternatively, use Westbourne Park station or Ladbroke Grove station on the Hammersmith and City line and Circle line and then walk along Portobello Road towards Notting Hill Gate.

Is Notting Hill Gate Zone 1 or 2?

(Zone 1+2)

What zone is the Portobello Market in?

Portobello Market is on Portobello Road which is in the Notting Hill district, London W11. This is in what you might call Inner West London, in other words just west of the main central area.

Where was Notting Hill filmed?

Filming began on 17 April 1998 in West London and at Shepperton Studios. Will's bookshop was on Portobello Road, one of the main areas where filming took place. Other locations in Notting Hill included Westbourne Park Road, Golborne Road, Landsdowne Road and the Coronet Cinema.