Markets in London

Shopping in London's street markets offer a variety of items sold for bargain prices. Vendors might sometimes be tricky, so if you decide to buy something, first try to negotiate the price as tourists are often charged more than a regular price. Many London's street markets have developed specific eating places, bars and pubs nearby, which gradually became a social meeting place for frequent visitors or residents. If you are in London, visit at least one of the London markets and you will see a different face of the city.

Brick Lane Market

The Brick Lane Market in East London is an excellent place to shop for hand made art, jewellery, clothes, shoes, accessories and souvenirs. The stalls at Brick Lane Market offer an overwhelming choice of handmade goods that will be much appreciated by those who are tired of high street shopping. Featured original, unusual clothes and shoes (that will definitely distinguish you from the crowd), beautiful hand made accessories, jewellery or handbags will add some hip to your outwear. Second-hand furniture is also there - you might find that little piece of furniture you were looking for to improve your home design. Brick Lane Market is open only on Sunday from early morning 'till 2pm, so there is plenty of time to explore and pick up your artsy goods. The area is also great for food - you can find the best curry or enjoy inexpensive Indian or Jewish lunch.

Nearest Tube: Aldgate East / Shoreditch
Nearest hotel: Quality Crown Hotel Hyde Park

Columbia Road Market
Columbia Road Flower Market is located in East London and offers a variety of fresh flowers and plants to choose from.This market offers everything to cater to the English obsession of gardening with cut flowers, topiary trees, pot plants, bulbs and bouquets on sale. The area has many chic cafes, authentic sea-food stalls to stave off hunger as well as some chic boutiques if you need a change. The market is open from 08:00 to 14:00.

Nearest Tube: Liverpool Street / Aldgate East
Nearest hotel: Quality Crown Hotel Hyde Park

Camden Markets, London
Camden Market is one of the most popular London markets that offers a wide variety of products such as inexpensive and original clothes, furniture, craft stalls and food.
Camden Market in Camden Town is an exciting London area that features original crafts and arts, often sells original and unusual outwear, artsy furniture and cheap food. After recovering from a big fire this year, the Camden Market is again flourishing and attracts loads of tourists who are looking for something second-hand or offbeat that would make them stand out of the crowd. Camden Market is situated by Regent's Canal that has small cosy bars and coffee shops nearby that are ideal for lunch.

Nearest Tube: Camden Town / Chalk Farm
Nearest hotel: Quality Crown Hotel Paddington

Camden Passage
Camden Passage is filled with small cute shops and stalls selling antiques, silverware and jewellery. Located in Islington, Camden Passage is off Upper Street and is a close to a variety of restaurants and bars. Antiques can be purchased on Wednesdays from 07:00 to 14:00 and Saturdays from 08:00 to 16:00. On Thursdays from 07:00 to 16:00 books and prints are on sale.

Nearest Tube: Angel
Nearest hotel: Quality Crown Hotel Hyde Park





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