Search results
Camden Town (/ ˈ k æ m d ən / ⓘ), often shortened to Camden, is an area in the London Borough of Camden, around 2.5 miles (4.1 km) north-northwest of Charing Cross. Historically in Middlesex , it is identified in the London Plan as one of 34 major centres in Greater London .
London's Camden Town offers an eclectic mix of markets, cuisines and live music venues. Camden Town has been a residential area since the 1790s. But it was only the development of the Grand Union Canal and the improved railway transport that turned it into a bustling part of London.
With its alternative vibe, Camden Town is abuzz with famous markets, live music venues and street performers. Away from the bustle, there’s also a picture-pretty canal and some gorgeous green spaces to discover.
- Camden Markets & Shopping. Shopping may be one of Camden’s biggest attractions! After all, that’s what made Camden world-famous… There are things you can buy here that you just won’t find anywhere else!
- Street Art & Creative Artwork. As already mentioned, Camden Town is a hub of creativity, and you’ll see it expressed in so many ways… While browsing the stores, be sure to look upwards to take in some of the spectacular artwork on the facades of the buildings.
- Primrose Hill. Primrose Hill is one of the chicest places in London and home to many celebrities, including Hollywood actors, supermodels, and politicians.
- The Regent’s Park. The Regent’s Park is adjacent to Primrose Hill, just across Albert Road, and was once used as a hunting ground by King Henry VIII. Nowadays, this 400-acre park is home to London’s largest outdoor sports area, with facilities for football, rugby, softball, and cricket.
- Camden High Street. Camden High Street is the main road through Camden, so when you come out of the Camden tube station turn left onto Camden High Street.
- Camden Lock. Very soon you’ll come across the Canal, if you aren’t from the UK and aren’t familiar with canals then it’s interesting to see the locks and if you’re lucky you might actually see the lock open in Camden to let a boat through!
- Camden Market. Now head into Camden Town Market and spend some time wandering the markets, and not just the Camden food markets. There’s a huge amount of clothes and accessories stalls too.
- Camden Stable Market. My favourite part of the markets is the part slightly further away from the canal- the outside Stable Market area. It feels like it has slightly more space but still lots of great stalls, here are some pictures so you know which area I mean
Camden is the cultural, shopping, alternative and music centre of London. You can visit the never ending Camden Markets and tour the streets of the outstanding neighbourhood of alternative life style in London.
Famous for its sprawling cluster of markets and shops as well as for an embrace of all things counter culture, Camden offers a concentrated version of London street life. From bargain shopping and people watching to rubbing elbows in its abundance of pubs and bars, Camden is the place to be for many a Londoner.
