London’s markets cover just about every craving. You can graze on sweet treats, find vintage treasures and handmade pieces, keep little ones happy with snacks and street performers and still have energy left to explore another neighbourhood.

For incredible food and top-quality meat, go to Borough Market. For alternative fashion and street food, head to Camden Market. For antiques and colourful streets, head to Portobello Road Market; for crafts and riverside views, Greenwich Market is ideal.

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Borough Market is London’s most famous food market and many would say the city’s most famous market, full stop. It’s existed in some form since at least 1014 and over the decades has turned into a paradise for people who love food from everywhere.

Traders specialise in artisanal products, gourmet street food and treats that range from farmhouse cheese to handmade chocolate, covering just about every set of tastes.

You’ll find stalls piled with fruit and veg, fresh fish and top quality meat, plus wine, craft beer and strong coffee that’s hard to resist. It’s the perfect place to eat something small at one stall, then wander on to the next. If you’d rather shop for ingredients than just graze, Borough Market also works well as your weekly larder in the city.

The market’s liveliest from Thursday to Saturday. Go early if you like a bit of space or later if you’re happy to squeeze through the crowds and soak up the atmosphere.

Camden Market is one of the most famous markets in London and attracts around 28 million visitors a year, making it busier than many iconic landmarks.

It’s really a collection of markets, from the historic Stables Market with its arches and horse statues to the newer Hawley Wharf down by the canal. Between them, you get a maze of stalls filled with clothes, fashion, jewellery, art, crafts, records, and posters that could only belong in Camden.

The food’s just as strong. You can eat your way through street food from all over the world, then grab a drink and watch life drift past by the water at Hawley Wharf.

Weekends are intense, so a weekday visit is calmer, especially with family, but whenever you go Camden Market is the place many people remember most when they think about the city’s markets.

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Portobello Road Market is London’s largest antiques market and really five markets in one. On Saturdays the road turns into a long ribbon of antiques stalls where collectors, dealers and curious customers hunt for everything from silverware and vintage cameras to furniture and ornaments. During the rest of the week you’ll find clothing, fresh produce and street food threaded through daily life in this part of west London.

The area’s also famous in cinema history thanks to the film Notting Hill, so some visitors secretly hope to see Hugh Grant strolling by the stalls. It rarely happens, but the streets are still a treasure trove of colourful shopfronts and vintage pieces that are almost as photogenic.

Arrive early on Saturdays if you love antiques and a proper bargain, or visit on a weekday when the market feels more like a neighbourhood shopping destination.

Covent Garden Market has a long story that runs from fruit and veg wholesale in the past to polished retail and culture today. Inside the old halls, you’ll find stalls selling handmade goods and gifts during the week, and a focus on antiques and collectables on Mondays. Outside, street performers, pop-up art, and seasonal events make the piazza feel like a stage.

It’s a lovely place to shop for jewellery, crafts, and small treats with a touch of everyday luxury, then sit down in one of the cafés or restaurants that ring the buildings. Because it sits among so many theatres and iconic landmarks in the West End, Covent Garden fits easily into a wider trip that might also include a matinee or a wander through nearby streets.

Weekends are busy but full of life. Late morning or early afternoon is usually the sweet spot.

Columbia Road Flower Market is a weekly flower market that transforms the whole street every Sunday from around 8 am to about 2 pm. Stallholders line both sides of the road with buckets of flowers and plants, from tiny succulents to trees, herbs, and houseplants. It is one of the most famous flower markets anywhere and brings a hit of nature right into the city.

The side streets hold galleries, vintage shops, and cafés where you can catch your breath after carrying your new bundle of greenery back to base. Prices are keen, and serious bargain hunters often go towards the end of the market when stallholders are keen to clear stock, and your willpower might finally collapse.

It gets very busy by late morning, so arrive early if you are bringing family or want room for a buggy.

Brick Lane Market is famous for its eclectic mix of antiques, fabrics, and quirky collectables. Different parts of the market have their own flavour, from the Tea Rooms with their bric-a-brac and mid-century furniture to the fashion-focused Upmarket space. Across the whole area, you’ll find stalls that feel like a cave of second-hand fashion, records, and curious art.

Food’s as big a draw. Alongside the Sunday market stalls, you’ve got curry houses that are part of the area’s cultural history, plus 24-hour bagel shops that many locals just drop into as part of ordinary weekends. People come to eat, to shop for clothes, to explore street art, and simply to feel part of this corner of East London.

Sunday’s the main day, and it stays lively well into the afternoon.

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Old Spitalfields has been part of London life since the 1600s, and today it’s a seven-day-a-week destination for fashion, food, and crafts. The building itself is a beauty, with a historic roof and brickwork that frame an always-changing lineup of stalls and permanent restaurants.

Regular days feature designer makers, clothing, art, and lifestyle goods, while Thursday focuses on antiques and vintage with collectables and objets d’art. Around the edge, you’ll find street food-style kitchens and sit-down restaurants, so it works well on wet days when you want an indoor space with plenty of food choices.

Because it sits between the City and Shoreditch, this market suits pretty much any visit, from lunch on a workday to a lazy wander before or after Brick Lane.

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Broadway Market is a working Victorian street market that runs on Saturdays and is loved by locals around Hackney and London Fields. It feels like someone gathered every good thing in East London life into one long street and its side streets. You can shop for organic produce, handmade crafts, and vintage clothing, then sit by the canal with a drink and something hot from a stall.

Food’s a huge part of the appeal, from vegan treats to proper pies and barbecue. There are cafés and pubs scattered along the street too, so it easily turns into a full afternoon. Many Londoners treat it as the start of a longer trip that also takes in London Fields, or a walk along the water.

Arrive late morning for the best balance of buzz without feeling completely packed.

Greenwich Market sits in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by grand buildings, the Cutty Sark, and one of the most famous views back across the city. Inside the hall you’ll find art, antiques, crafts, and clothing, along with stalls that feel like a showcase for creative London. Many stands sell handmade jewellery, prints, and decorative items that make excellent gifts, plus the odd piece of second-hand furniture or antique jewellery if you look closely.

Food’s another strong point. A mix of artisan producers and popular street food stalls brings global flavours, including plenty of plant-based options. Between the main hall and the surrounding streets and cafés, this corner of south east London is a perfect place to shop, eat, and simply watch market life go by.

Weekends are naturally the busiest, but the market opens most days and feels especially magical in the run-up to Christmas.

Brixton Village Market sits inside historic covered arcades that now feel like the culinary heart of the neighbourhood. More than 100 independent sellers represent over 50 nationalities, so you can eat your way across continents without leaving the area. Caribbean food sits next to Japanese, Ethiopian, and modern British twists, with cafés, wine bars, and bakeries in between.

Alongside the restaurants and food stalls, you can shop for vintage clothing, handmade accessories, and fabrics from around the globe. It’s a great example of how a market can hold community, culture, and daily shopping life all in one place.

Evenings and weekends stay busy late into the night, but weekdays are friendlier if you’re bringing children or prefer a quieter drink.

Maltby Street Market is a compact Bermondsey market tucked under railway arches, a short walk from the Thames and Bermondsey Street. It began when a handful of stallholders, including some former Borough Market names, started setting up here at weekends. Today it’s a lively spot that specialises in gourmet street food and craft drinks, served from arches and tiny kitchens.

For its size, the choice is impressive. You can pick up everything from grilled cheese to dumplings and small-batch ice cream, then wander off to explore Bermondsey or the nearby beer mile. Many people combine it with a visit to Borough Market, which makes sense because both are among the very best markets for food in London.

Arrive at opening time for a calm wander, or embrace the crowds later on when the arches are packed.

Chiswick Flower Market has quickly earned a reputation as the Columbia Road of West London. Once a month, it fills the high street with growers and florists selling cut flowers, plants, and garden accessories. Many visitors treat it as a reason to head west for the morning and bring a little nature home with them.

Alongside the main stalls, you’ll usually find local cafés, independent shops, and family-run stands spilling out with bread, pastries, and other treats. It feels like a gentle celebration of community, greenery, and small business.

Dates are monthly rather than every week, so do check the calendar before you travel.

Hackney Flea Market pops up regularly in North London venues and is perfect if you love a proper rummage. Inside you’ll find stalls stacked with retro furniture, vinyl, lighting, art, and housewares, often from independent dealers who specialise in one era or style. It’s the kind of place where you arrive looking for nothing in particular and leave with a story.

The atmosphere feels relaxed and neighbourly, with sellers happy to chat about a piece's history or help you track down something specific. For many people, it’s become one of north London’s favourite spots for a weekend bargain hunt.

Dates and venues change, so it’s worth checking their latest announcements before you visit.

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Church Street Market is very much a working London street market. Stalls sell fruit and veg, clothes, and home essentials to local residents who’ve used it for years. That everyday focus means prices are good and the chat’s real, which is refreshing if you feel like central London’s turned into one big tourist show.

You’ll also find fabric shops, antique dealers, and permanent shops nearby, so you can make an afternoon of it if you like to wander. It’s not one of the big famous markets in London, but it earns its place here because it shows how deeply markets are woven into London life.

Come on a weekday to see it at its most authentic, when people are shopping for dinner rather than souvenirs.

Stroud Green Market is one of north London’s more low-key markets, held every Sunday in school grounds near Finsbury Park. It might just be north London’s easiest way to turn a quick shop into a slow morning with neighbours. It brings together farmers, bakers, and small producers from around the region, so the focus is firmly on good food rather than souvenirs. Expect bread, cheese, seasonal fruit and veg, preserves, and street food, all served with time for a chat.

This is a market that feels built around community. Families come to meet friends, pick up lunch, and let children explore safely, then maybe head into the park for the afternoon. For anyone who wants to see the softer side of the city’s markets, it’s well worth a visit.

Most of the action happens late morning into early afternoon, which keeps it friendly for weekend lie-ins.

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The fifteen spots above give you a solid feel for London market life, but the city always has more to share.

Famous indoor market that has been attracting collectors and casual buyers for more than 40 years

Several floors of antiques and collectibles, including furniture, jewellery, and art

Still a favourite haunt for dealers, inspired decorators, and designers

Ornate Victorian architecture that makes the whole place feel like a film set

Used as a filming location for Diagon Alley in the first Harry Potter film

Many people visit just to admire the roof, linger over a drink, and imagine they are on their way to buy a wand

If food halls are more your thing, try:

Seven Dials Market in Covent Garden

Mercato Metropolitano in South London

Southbank Centre Food Market by the river

All three gather independent vendors serving street food and drinks from many countries, and each one shows a slightly different side of the market scene as a living, breathing community space.

However you like to eat, shop, and explore, the markets of London are ready to surprise you. Pick one, jump on a bus or tube, and explore until you find the stall that steals your heart first.