Why do lots of people go to Portobello Road on Saturdays?

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 is the best day to visit Portobello Market?

The fruit and veg market is only open Monday to Wednesday. Saturday is arguably the best day of the week to visit as the market is in full swing.

What days is Portobello Road Market on?

Portobello Road Market takes place Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am until around 7:pm. It now opens for a few hours on Sundays. Antiques, collectables, and flea markets are only available on Fridays and Saturdays.

What is famous about Portobello Road?

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.

How many people visit Portobello Road?

Although it is a local market during the week footfall in Portobello Road is estimated at 100,000-150,000 on Saturdays, depending on the weather, and over 17 million people arrive or leave at Notting Hill Gate tube station each year.

The Portobello Road: The Most FAMOUS Antiques Market in London

Is Portobello Road worth visiting?

Portobello Road is probably the world's best known market. Though famous for antiques, that's not all there is. It's a haven for lovers of fashion, food, books and music; anyone who wants to find something unique or loves a bargain.

What is the most famous market in London?

Is Notting Hill a posh area?

Where is Notting Hill? Notting Hill is an affluent area in West London. It falls under the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and is a cosmopolitan and multicultural district. Neighbouring postcodes include Chelsea, Kensington, Ladbroke Grove, Bayswater, Queensway and Westbourne Grove.

Which celebrities live in Notting Hill?

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Some of the many celebrities who have been spotted here over the years include Stella McCartney (daughter of Sir Paul McCartney), X-Factor's Simon Cowell, singers Elton John and Robbie Williams, and Damon Albarn.

When should I go to Notting Hill?

Best time to visit is weekdays as the weekends are really busy and pushy... there are lots of antique shops and curiosity stores to browse. Look out for the street food and try before you buy on the diverse range of international cuisines.

Which market is better Portobello or Camden?

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 the blue door in Notting Hill exist?

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.

What street was Notting Hill filmed on?

But 280 Westbourne Park Road may be the most photographed portal in West London. In Notting Hill, it was the door to the home of Hugh Grant's character, bumbling bookseller William Thacker.

Is Portobello Market on Saturdays?

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 8am to 7pm, with traders usually operating from 8:30am to 6pm.

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.

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.

Where is Kate Moss house in London?

3, The Grove, Highgate, in the London Borough of Camden, is a 17th-century house built by William Blake. In the 19th century it was home of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge; in the 20th, the novelist J. B. Priestley; and in the 21st, the model Kate Moss.

Does Ed Sheeran live in Notting Hill?

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But that's not all, as Ed and Cherry are also the owners of a £19.8million ($27million) home in Notting Hill, which he revealed a rare peek inside in his music video for Put It All On Me in December.

Where do celebrities hang out in London?

The Hospital Club (Address: Royal Opera House, 24 Endell Street, London WC2H 9HQ) is, like Groucho Club, a pretty elite members club but is where the theatrical elite of London go to hang out.

Where do billionaires live in London?

Bishops Avenue, nicknamed 'Billionaires Row', in north-west London is one of the richest streets in the capital, with some homes nestled in the private road worth up to £350m. It's home to sultans, sheiks and newspaper magnate Richard Desmond, who City A.M. is told remains a longstanding resident of the infamous strip.

Is Notting Hill a rough area?

Like any other area in London, Notting Hill has its share of crime. However, the area is generally considered safe, with a lower crime rate than many other areas in London. It is advisable to keep your valuables out of sight and ensure that your home is secure, especially when you are away.

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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.

What tube station is Portobello market?

Set in Notting Hill, Portobello Road Market's nearest Tube station is Ladbrooke Grove on the Hammersmith and City line. Notting Hill Gate Tube station is a 20-minute walk from the market, and is on the Central, Circle and District lines.

What is the name of the most luxurious shop in London?

Harrods. Located in Knightsbridge, Harrods is one of London's most famous shops, made up of 1.1 million square feet of luxury shopping space.