Markets & Hotels in London
There has never been a more suitable time to take advantage . The summer is gradually drawing closer, and more and more people will start to spend more time relaxing outside. There is nothing quite as pleasant as a British summer, and the next few months in London are going to spectacular.
East London is home to many great markets, in particular Spitalfields. This old fruit and veg market has been recently transformed into a boho weekend market. The stalls and small shops sell items such as fair trade cushions, rare vinyl’s, handcrafted notebooks, jewel encrusted vintage boots and hand made toy trains. Spitalfields is also where many leading contemporary artists and sculptures have their studios. The best day to go is on a Sunday and it is normally the busiest, the market stalls are open from 9am until 5pm.
The Brick Lane market in East London is another gemstone. Come here on the weekend, where its packed full of art students and young Londoners. You can pretty much find anything from second hand furniture, unusual and unique clothes, and bric-a-brac. Potential customers of the market stall never really know what treasures or bargains they may find. Brick Lane is also known for its large quantity of Bangladeshi restaurants and cafes, and this is a great place to discuss your findings!
Why not spend some time close to the East London markets? For budget travellers, staying hotels in the east will save you a lot of money. The Thistle City Barbican is located close to Spitalfields market and Brick Lane market. It offers very comfortable accommodation for a three star hotel, and it is great for families with kids. So, if you plan on spending sometime in London, why not stay in this convenient hotel?
There are lots of hotels in London which are located in Camden. Camden Market is a great place to come if you’re looking for clothes with a slightly dark, gothy feel. 100,000 people visit Camden each week, and it is a very popular attraction both for those who visit the city and others that reside here. The streets here are quite something else, and there’s a lot to explore. People come to Camden because of the buzzing atmosphere it creates, being very popular with edgy youth sub cultures. There are also plenty of food stalls offering hot and freshly made food including Indian, Thai, falafel, noodles, crepes, snacks and fruit juices. All your senses are heightened here with all the different smells, noises and vibrant colours at Camden Market.
