Old Spitalfields Market would have to be my favourite market so far in terms of stall variety, cleanliness and atmosphere. This market is steeped in history having been in operation on the site since the 1600s.
Old Spitalfields Market is located in one of the finest surviving Victorian Market Halls dating back to 1876. The stalls occupy the centre of the hall whilst boutiques and restaurants are scattered along the edge of the building - this is what provides the atmosphere and vibe of these markets. The markets stalls sell everything from food to clothing and jewellery, book, shoes - you name it. You're bound to find something different, trendy, funky or retro amongst the clothes stalls. You can buy fresh bread and cakes, pies and pasties, organic vegetables, and meat to take home, or you can eat at one of the many restaurants and cafeterias which serve food from all over the world - Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and Indonesian, to name but a few. These are generally reasonably priced and well patronised by city workers, so you may find you have to queue at lunchtime.
The markets are within a 5 minute walk from both Shoreditch Train Station and Liverpool Street Station and are open seven days a week:
Monday - Wednesday: 10am to 5pm (General Market Stalls)
Thursday: 9am to 5pm (Antiques & Vintage Market)
Friday: 10am to 4pm (Fashion & Art Market)
Saturday: 11am to 5pm (Themed Market Day)
Sunday: 9am to 5pm (General Market Stalls)
Be sure to exploring the surround area of these markets, in particular Brick Lane.
P.S I highly recommend having a cupcake from Flavour Town Bake !!!
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