What day is Covent Garden market?

In the South Piazza, the Jubilee Market changes its wares daily. On Mondays, the market is dedicated to antiques. From Tuesday to Friday, a general market operates with traders selling clothes and household goods. At weekends, the market offers arts and crafts.

What is the best day to go to Covent Garden?

If you want to purchase some clothes, food, gifts or household goods, then head to Covent Garden between Tuesday and Friday. Saturdays and Sundays, on the other hand, are specifically for the selling of arts and crafts, as well as candles, jewellery and artwork.

What is Covent Garden Market famous for?

Once home to the world-famous fruit and vegetable market, Covent Garden's Apple Market continues to support market traders, offering a range of unique handmade crafts and goods throughout the week.

What days is Covent Garden open?

Covent Garden, including the Piazza and Market Building, is open daily, while the shops typically operate from 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday and from 11 am to 6 pm on Sundays.

How many markets are in Covent Garden?

There are two different markets in Covent Garden: the Apple Market and the Jubilee Market. The Apple Market is the permanent Market at Covent Garden that happens seven days a week. The Jubilee Market takes place in Jubilee Hall at the Southside of the Covent Garden piazza.

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Is Covent Garden worth a visit?

Honestly, if it's your first time in London and you're looking to explore some of the most famous neighbourhoods of the city, then Covent Garden is easily up there as one of the best.

What is the largest London street market?

Portobello Road Market is one of the world's largest antiques markets, running through the whole of Notting Hill. It's most famous for its main Saturday market, but you can actually shop here 6 days a week. Although it's possible to find a bargain, the items are often high-end and unique, with prices to match.

What is the dress code for Covent Garden?

Dress code is 'smart casual' and we cannot allow any fancy dress. We accept sashes and veils. Do you have to be over 21? Bunga Bunga Covent Garden is a strictly over 21s venue.

What is sold at Covent Garden?

Covent Garden is one of London's most popular shopping neighbourhoods, home to a wide range of world-class fashion, beauty and lifestyle stores. From Polo Ralph Lauren to Tom Ford, Mulberry to Tiffany & Co.

Is Covent Garden a good area in London?

The pedestrianized area known as Covent Garden Piazza is based around a cobbled square where there is always something going on - you may even come across live performers, street food vendors and pop-up shops. The area itself is one of the most sought after in the whole of London, and it's easy to see why.

What's the most famous market in London?

London's world-famous market road

Portobello Road has one of the most famous street markets in the world and is home to one of the UK's most diverse communities. It has a rich history dating back to the 19th century with millions of visitors visiting the market each year.

Why do people go to Covent Garden?

From the charm of Seven Dials and Neal's Yard to the iconic Market Building and Piazza, our world-famous shopping, dining and experience destination is home to your favourite global and independent brands. Navigate your way through our full estate and plan your visit with our Covent Garden spotlighted areas.

Why is Seven Dials famous for?

Seven Dials Covent Garden is a unique quarter of London whose star-shaped layout remains as constructed in the early 1690s. It was brought back to life largely through the dedication of the Seven Dials Trust, working in partnership with the local authorities and landowners for nearly forty years.

Is Covent Garden fun at night?

Covent Garden comes alive with new energy at night, offering a variety of exciting things to do and see. From catching a show at the Royal Opera House to enjoy a drink in a rooftop bar, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your evenings in Covent Garden.

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What is the difference between Soho and the Covent Garden?

Soho is the centre of London's thriving gay and lesbian scene, as well as its sex and film industries, while Covent Garden, previously London's fruit and vegetable market, has reincarnated itself as a shopping mecca and remains the heart of 'Theatreland'.

Is Covent Gardens good for shopping?

Covent Garden is one of London's most popular shopping neighbourhoods, home to a wide range of world-class fashion, beauty and lifestyle stores.

When did the market in Covent Garden close?

The market officially stopped trading on Friday 8th of November, 1974 – the entire enterprise relocated to Nine Elms in Vauxhall. Boursnell, of course, was there, recording the end of a very particular era of London history.

Why is Covent Garden so called?

The first historical record of Covent Garden dates back to 1200, when it consisted of fields. Owned by Westminster Abbey, the land where the Market Building and the Piazza now stand was referred to as 'the garden of the Abbey and Convent', hence its name.

What to wear to fabric London?

We operate a casual dress code so jeans, trainers and caps are allowed. If you'd like to check if a particular item of clothing is permitted, please call the office between 10am-7pm. And yes, you can wear shorts in the club. We do not allow fancy dress, business suits, team colours, flags or any day glow wear.

How much are tickets to Royal Opera House?

Tickets for Main Stage performances run from as little as £4, and a third of those available are under £50.

What is the main shopping bit in London?

Wander along Oxford Street – one of the most famous London shopping streets – which is home to more than 300 shops, designer outlets, high-street chains and landmark stores.

What is the richest shopping street in London?

This year (the 33rd edition of C&W's report), London didn't just make the cut – we took one of the top spots. None other than New Bond Street was named the fourth-most expensive shopping street in the entire world. Cushman & Wakefield gets its ranking by comparing rents for 'main streets' around the world.

Which London market was used in Harry Potter?

Most notably, part of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was filmed at Leadenhall Market in 2000-2001, representing the iconic wizard and witch pub The Leaky Cauldron, and also inspiring the magical shopping street Diagon Alley.