Camden Town & Camden Market
Camden Town is London's antithesis to Westminster — loud, colorful, anarchic, and proud of it. The district in North London became the epicenter of the British punk and new wave scene in the 1970s and 80s. The Clash played here, Amy Winehouse lived here (the statue in front of the Stables Market commemorates her), and Camden has retained its rebellious spirit to this day — even though more tourists than punks are now around.
Camden Market
The Camden Market is actually a complex of several markets that together form the largest market area in London. Open daily (10 am–6 pm), most lively on weekends:
- Camden Lock Market: The original market at the lock of the Regent's Canal. Arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing, and street food by the water.
- Stables Market: In former horse stables and railway tunnels. Vintage clothing, leather jackets, boots, Gothic fashion, alternative fashion. The Amy Winehouse statue stands at the entrance.
- Buck Street Market: Streetwear and urban fashion.
- Camden Lock Village: Renovated area with boutiques and upscale street food.
Streetfood Highlights
Camden is London's best street food spot: over 100 food stalls from around the world. Highlights: Japanese Gyoza, Argentine Empanadas, Ethiopian Injera, Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Churros, and Indian Curry — all for £5–10 per portion.
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Camden is liveliest on Saturday and Sunday, but also the most crowded. During the week (especially Tue–Thu), it is more relaxed and better for bargaining. The walk along the Regent's Canal from Camden Lock to Little Venice (about 45 minutes) is beautiful and tourist-free.
