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7 Markets You Need To Visit In London This Summer
By London Bucket List
Calling all foodies, thrifters, and stylistas - here are the best markets the city has to offer ☀️
Sometimes the beautiful thing about living in a big city, is pretending you don't. We love to bring ourselves to a beautiful market in search of fresh produce, food carts from all around the world, and antiques that look centuries old. Visiting different markets gives us a unique perspective on what's going on outside of the city limits, and we love it!
Below we've rounded up our favorite markets around London that are 1000% worth your time this summer.
1. Borough Market
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As London’s oldest food market, it has been serving the people of Southwark for 1,000 years, and that extraordinary heritage is an important part of its appeal. Located right by the London Bridge, many of the stallholders are the producers themselves - which means you're getting the freshest and finest.
When: Monday through Saturday 10AM to 5PM
Where: 8 Southwark St, London SE1 1TL, UK
2. Camden Lock Market
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What a marvelous place to spend the day. Camden Lock Market is the cobblestone "hipster" land that dreams are made of, especially when you're not sure how to spend the day. The market features things like thrifty retail stores to over 100 food stalls that invite you to try cuisines from around the globe - just pick a country!
When: Everyday 10AM - 6PM
Where: Camden Lock Pl, Camden Town, London NW1 8AF, UK
3. Columbia Road Flower Market
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Every Sunday, the street is transformed into a blooming oasis that brings beautiful flowers and soaring banana trees. If you're looking to spruce up your space with a plant or even just pick up some flowers, this is the best selection you'll get in the city, with local and international sellers!
Pro Tip: Pop into any of the darling cafes in the area, you'll never want to leave.
When: Sundays from 8AM to 3PM
Where: Columbia Rd, London E2 7RG, UK
4. Portobello Road Market
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Insert cotton candy colored homes and the world’s largest antiques market with over 1,000 dealers selling every kind of antique and collectible your heart can handle. You'll find some of the coolest pieces to fancy up your flat or gift the perfect birthday present.
When:
Monday To Wednesday: 9AM – 6PM
Thursday: 9AM – 1PM
Friday (Antique stalls): 9AM – 7PM
Saturday (Main day): 9AM – 7PM
Where: 306 Portobello Rd, London W10 5TA, UK
5. Broadway Market
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Broadway Market is a Victorian street market situated in Hackney, North London. In addition to the thriving Saturday market, there are over 70 shops, cafés and restaurants open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. From costermongers to green-grocers, everything that is fit to sell is on offer here.
When: Everyday from 9AM to 5PM
Where: Hackney Central, Haggerston and Cambridge Heath, London, E8
6. Greenwich Market
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London's only historic market set in a World Heritage Site. Located in the upbeat Greenwich neighborhood, the market features up to 120 stalls ranging from delicious food to artsy finds - and you can't go wrong with any choice you make.
When: Everyday 10AM to 5:30PM
Where:5B Greenwich Market, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 9HZ, UK
7. Brick Lane Market
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If you're looking for some thrifty steals, Brick Lane is definitely the spot to check out. You'll find a street lined with vintage shops and boutiques that have some of the coolest apparel we've seen. There will be no problem finding a unique variety of clothes, handbags and jewellery. Also, keep your eyes out for some of the best street art in the city!
When: Every Sunday 10AM - 5PM
Where: Brick Lane, Shoreditch, E1 6QL
