London has several world-renowned, iconic outdoor markets, with Portobello Road Market (famous for antiques), Camden Market (alternative fashion and food), and Borough Market (gourmet food) being the most famous. These bustling, historic spots offer unique, vibrant, and diverse experiences for tourists and locals alike.
Portobello Market in London is world-famous as the largest antiques market, known for its vast array of vintage goods, bric-a-brac, collectibles, and unique finds, especially on Saturdays, but it also offers diverse food, fashion, books, and music, making it a vibrant cultural hub in Notting Hill.
The nearest Tube station to Camden Market is Camden Town (Northern line) which is a four-minute walk away, while Chalk Farm (Northern line) is five-minutes away. To get to Camden Market by bus, take one of the following services: 24, 214, 274 or 393.
Borough Market has a history spanning over a millenium and is widely considered London's oldest retail and wholesale food market. It's been operating at its current site since 1756. With over 100 stalls covering about 4.5 acres, Borough Market is also one of the largest food markets in the capital.
1. Oxford Street. Oxford Street is one of the busiest andbest shopping streets in London which is packed with over 300 retailers, flagship stores, and iconic British department stores such as John Lewis and Selfridges.
There are a great variety of shops in Bicester Village. Shop for fragrances by Molton Brown, and discover luxury fashion brands, such as Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney.
Harrods is a London icon and one of Europe's largest upmarket department stores, covering an area of around 5 acres. You'll find over 330 retailers selling luxury items of clothing, jewelry and bridalwear, but you'll also find electronics, packaged gifts, health and beauty items, home appliances, and houseware.
Clothes, chocolates, biscuits, and some branded cosmetics often come cheaper. Tea and whisky can also be cheaper, especially if you hit supermarkets or duty-free spots rather than tourist traps.
Additionally, many of the vendors accept only cash, so you should plan to bring enough money with you to cover your purchases. Finally, it is important to remember that Camden Market is a tourist destination. As such, many of the vendors may charge higher prices for items than you would find elsewhere.
How long does it take to walk around Camden Market?
How long should I spend at Camden Market? You probably need about 3 hours to walk around Camden Market, but you could easily spend an entire day in Camden. With the numerous restaurants and places to see, adding to this the Regent's Canal Walk, it is easy to spend a whole day here.
