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Top 10 Things to do in Camden, London

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London is a melting pot of various cultures, neighborhoods, and atmospheres. One neighborhood which stands out among the rest is the hipster-haven of Camden.

Camden, a district in the northwest section of the country’s capital city of London, is a buzzing and eclectic area. With numerous shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, and attractions to see, tourists and locals alike enjoy heading to this part of the city all days of the week.

We have broken down the top 10 things to do in Camden, so you can spend more of your time enjoying the area, instead of figuring out where to go. After all, you’re going to want to see and do as much as you can of this lively neighborhood – just don’t spend all your money at the infamous market.

1. Camden Market

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In what originally began as a small arts and crafts fair in a backyard, this market has blossomed into the largest market in London. Open seven days a week, you can explore the various vintage stalls, food stalls, indoor areas, and street art. The Camden Market is comprised of two nearby markets, the Camden Lock Market and the Stables Market.

This market is located right by the famous Regent’s Canal, on a site formerly the house of warehouses and other buildings that were important to the canal. By the early 70s, a temporary market was created. Only a few years later, the market had become a prominent feature in the neighborhood of Camden, supplying crafts in the outdoor areas by the canal.

In the decades that followed, the range of goods widened, supplying books, clothing, and jewelry. In 2006, a large indoor market was built between the Camden Lock and Stables Market, creating even more areas for shopping and revenue. The main items sold within the Stables Market is furniture, household goods, ethnic items, and second-hand items.

You can wander around the sprawling market, rifling through arts and crafts, photos, vintage clothing, brand-name accessories, and individually-made items. Exploring both Camden Town and Stables Market is a great weekend afternoon activity, with the streets busy with bargain shoppers, those wanting to enjoy the outdoor air, and families thriving on their days off of school and work.

2. Visit the Jewish Museum

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Founded in the early 1930s, this museum was founded in the Jewish neighborhood of Bloomsbury. In 1995, it moved to the current location in Camden Town, and was renovated in 2010 to reveal major extension work and modern updates.

With a café, a shop, and numerous exhibitions that are always rotating and changing, there is always something to see here. This is a great rainy-day activity to broaden your educational knowledge, learn more about a specific time period and ethnic culture, and enjoy some history.

In an easy-to-get-to location right by off of the main street in Camden Town, this museum is open every day beginning at 10am. A price of around $9 for adults and $23 for a full family is an absolute steal for the amount of information you can learn from this historically-important facility. Check out.

3. Have a few pints in one of the many pubs

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I got to tell you – it’s all too easy to get stuck in one of these pubs in Camden. With the friendly people, cozy atmosphere, knowledgable bar staff, and buzzing energy, you can easily spend hours inside – or days. It’s been known to happen.

Some of my personal favorites for a pint to watch the game or a few-too-many beverages for a night out are all located around the market.

serves up great pub food and hearty pints, in a bustling and tavern-like space.

The is a historic boozer that is well-known throughout North London. The renovated pub is popular among both tourists and locals, and boasts a heated terrace and rooftop seating area.

boasts an industrial vibe, with two bars, a balcony seating area, and the special Staropramen Lager directly from the Czech Republic – not to mention HUGE TVs to show live sport.

Last but not least, , a ‘Spoons specialty, serves up cheap drinks, great views of the canal, and a massive open space to get to know your neighbor.

4. Listen to some local talent at a live music venue

Black Flag performing at The Electric Ballroom Camden 2019 – By BrandanRidd / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)

Head to the a building originally opened as a performing arts center in the mid 1960s. Here you will find an auditorium that somehow combines a big-venue feel with an intimate atmosphere. Head here if you want to hear some great acoustics.

Another staple in the live music scene is – arguably the central live-music venue in Camden. Despite being a bit run-down and a little dark, this place is famous for a reason. Hosting those artists like Sid Vicious, this is a key spot in the country.

5. Soak in the rays at Camden Beach

Head to a performing arts and concert venue right near Chalk Farm. Every year, this establishment opens their doors (for free) to those pale Brits who want to spend a day lounging on the man-made beach outside of Roundhouse’s front doors.

One of the most famous and ever-popular spots is the , combining three floors into one party. The ground floor bar serves food every day of the week, and features DJs playing some live music on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

The upstairs brings a club-feel, with a electric mix of live music talents and big name DJ sets. The top-of-the-line sound system combined with the 3am license for the weekend ensures the party will go all night long.

On the very top floor you’ll find a party room, a space for hosting private parties for you and your friends – up to 70 of them, at least. The room is equipped with a karaoke system, foosball table, numerous arcade games, and your own private sound system.

Another epic clubbing spot is, with a canal-side bar, a terrace overlooking the picturesque lock, and DJs blasting some upbeat music. With different acts playing most days of the week, and open until 3am on the weekends, this is another spot to take you and your friends clubbing – for when you can’t bear to go home after a few pints at the Hawley Arms.

7. Grab a cuppa while you wander around the streets

Even when the weather isn’t the best, it’s always a great time to explore the shops and the streets of Camden. Luckily for you, there are numerous cafés here for a quick coffee or a cuppa to warm you up.

serves up artisan pastries, strong brews, and welcoming smiles in a rustic and wooden-detailed space

has numerous options for vegans and vegetarians, and boasts a chilled-out atmosphere.

is a great spot to get some work done and relax on one of the comfy couches.

, around since 1978, is a neighborhood staple, and consistently serves up some strong brews.

No matter what location you choose, you can rest assured that your caffeine fix will be sorted by one of these popular cafes.

8. Grab a snack at KERB Camden

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After walking around all day, we know you’re hungry. And we don’t want you to get hangry. Fortunately, head to KERB to grab some mouth-watering food from one of the many street stalls, churning out ethnic food that is unbelievably good.

With the desire to redesign the London street food scene, the founders of KERB began this idea in 2012, starting at King’s Cross. Since then, they have expanded to other locations – the Camden location now has over 34 vendors serving up tasty snacks and meals to all the peckish shoppers.

Open everyday from 11am-6pm, this is a great alternative to eating inside a fancy (and overpriced) restuarant.

9. Say hi to the animals at the London Zoo

Snowdon Aviary at London Zoo – By The original uploader was Bluemoose at English Wikipedia. / CC BY-SA (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/)

Visit the world’s oldest scientific zoo, opened in 1828. Originally created to be used as a collection for studies, the zoo was opened to the public in 1847. Today, it houses 673 species of animals, with almost 20,000 animals – it is one of the largest collections in the UK.

Located in Regent’s Park, it is easy to find, in a beautiful location, and is a great half-day activity for a family. With ticket prices coming in at about $35 per adult, we recommend spending a decent amount of time here to get the most bang for your buck.

10. Explore the rave kingdom of Cyberdog

For those who enjoy the nighttime more so than the daylight hours, this is the place for you. The best way to describe this interesting shop would be a clothing provider that specializes in trance music and rave-based clothes and accessories.

You can find dance clothing, complete with flashing lights and interesting designs. You will see rave accessories that are common in the underground scene, such as glowsticks and fluorescent items.

For history buffs and those familiar with the music scene, this space was used by The Clash as a rehearsal area from 1976-1979. As if the die-hard music and rave fans needed more reason to shop here.

London is home to numerous neighborhoods, diversity, various ethnicities and cultural influences, and interesting atmospheres – enter Camden.

Camden High Street in December 2011 – By Editor5807 / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)

For those who want something a bit different from the traditional London landscape, head to Camden. You won’t find men in suits, those heading to office buildings, or your traditional 9-5ers. You’ll see hippies, those with interesting occupations, those seemingly without any occupations at all, and quirky vibes.

We love the buzzing energy, independent shops, outdoor markets, and unlimited amount of cafes and pubs. For those who want an eclectic side of London, you can’t miss it.