The UK is one of the oldest and most developed countries in Europe and ranks high on many people's travel lists. When immigrating to the UK to live or traveling in the UK, besides enjoying the excellent scenery and long-standing culture, shopping is also a must-do. London is the top shopping city in Europe, where you can not only find Burberry scarves for 15 pounds and the cheapest LV in the world, but there are also many flea markets where you can pick up vintage clothes loved by London hipsters.
Portobello Road Market
Portobello Road Market is the most famous open-air market in London and even the entire UK. Portobello Road Market is actually composed of 3 different markets, and these 3 markets are fully open only on Saturdays.
The antique market at the south end is closest to the subway station and is the main destination for tourists visiting Portobello Road Market. The antique market is only open on Saturdays. Continue walking north, and you will transition into a market that mainly sells various fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, cheese, and other foods; you might want to buy some snacks to eat here. At the northernmost end is the second-hand flea market located under the Westway elevated bridge. Every Friday and Saturday, it gets very lively here.
Transport: Take the subway to Notting Hill Gate station, then run towards Portobello Road, follow the crowd and walk for about 5-7 minutes to get there.
Camden Market
Located in the north of London, it is a place where young people living in the UK like to spend their time, and it is even more crowded on weekends and holidays.
Transport: Camden Town or Chalk Farm subway station
Greenwich Market
A handicraft market where you can also visit other attractions in Greenwich.
Transport: Greenwich subway station
Borough Market
Located in the west of London, it specializes in organic food and various flavored snacks, suitable for having a great meal on weekends.
Transport: Borough subway station
Spitalfields Market
Located in London's East End, Spitalfields is now one of the markets most loved by fashionistas in London. Here, there are not only local new designer brands that are unknown in London, but also a full set of fashion shops.
Transport: It can be reached in five minutes on foot from the subway station.
