The most famous London Markets
Choosing to stay in hotels near Paddington station UK puts you in a prime spot for exploring the most famous markets in London. Whether you’re looking to update your wardrobe, purchase a special gift or gorge on international fare, you’ll be able to find what you’re looking for at one of these markets!
Camden Market
Catering to the alternative shopper, Camden Market is the place to hunt for vintage, retro and quirky goods. There are over 100 vendors to browse with goods ranging from bohemian clothing, leather fashion, secondhand books, classic vinyls and ethnic handicrafts. Select a Paddington hotel deal nearby so you can commit to at least half a day exploring London’s most boisterous and energetic market.
Open daily, 10am — late
Borough Market
Dedicated exclusively to culinary delights, the historic Borough Market is a haven for foodies. You can pick up the whole works to take home; quality meats, freshly caught fish, seasonal fruits, artisan cheeses and sweet treats. There are stalls dishing up hot food to eat on the go, and the market has a number of bars where you can wind down with a brew or a glass of wine.
Open Mon — Sat, 10am — 5pm (from 8am on Sat)
Portobello Road Market
Notting Hill’s Portobello Road Market opens six days a week, and is the largest antiques market in the world. Saturday is the busiest day with the most amount of stalls open. Friday is the best day to rummage for antiques. You can also browse fruit and vegetables, clothing and general bric-a-brac. Get here early before the crowds descend, and retreat to the nearby Grand Court Restaurant to toast a successful morning.
Open Mon — Sat, from 9am
Brick Lane Market
The Brick Lane Market in Shoreditch is for thrifty shoppers who are on the hunt for something preloved and a little bit kitsch. Vendors sell everything from retro tee-shirts, old leather jackets, second-hand books and vinyls, Art Deco furniture and rare collectibles. This bustling market delivers just the right level of chaos! Shoppers are able to keep their energy levels up by tucking into the delicious ethnic food that Brick Lane is famed for, including Bangladeshi curries and authentic Jewish bagel shops.
Open Sun, 10am — 5pm
Columbia Road Flower Market
This east London cobbled street springs to life every Sunday with traders selling bulbs, herbs, shrubs, plants and bucketfuls of flowers. Arrive early to get the best blooms to spruce up the room at your hotel near Paddington, then cradle a coffee in one of the cafes and soak up the scents and colours!
Open Sun, 8am — 3pm
Greenwich Market
This beautiful market is the only one in London that is housed within a World Heritage site. It’s a modestly sized, covered market, and you can find traders selling art, antiques, craft, jewellery and unique keepsakes. There are also around 50 stalls serving tasty international food which you can mix up and tuck into by the riverside.
Open Tue — Sun, 10am — 5.30pm
