Covered market in London: 5 places to discover

London is full of covered markets.

These are often the best places in town to discover the freshest food from around the world and ornate trinkets you won't find anywhere else.

Today, let's discover these cosmopolitan establishments.

Covered market in London: article summary

Covered market in London: Borough Market

One of the city's oldest markets, Borough Market has existed for around 1,000 years and is nestled next to London Bridge.

For hundreds of years, it has served the people of South London with the freshest fruits, vegetables and meats in town.

Today, it's a melting pot of varied cuisine open seven days a week, with sustainability and customer satisfaction at its heart.

Greenwich Market

This vast market located in the charming urban village of Greenwich has much more to offer than its 46 tempting food stalls.

There are also tons of stalls selling :

• Jewelry
• Handicrafts
• Clothes
• Antiques
• Beauty products.

After your shopping, you can take a trip to Greenwich. The place is full :

• Stores
• Bars
• From independent cafés

You can also pay a visit to the Cutty Sark and Greenwich Park just around the corner.

Covered markets in London: Brixton Village and Market Row

Brixton, in South London, is famous for its vibrant, multicultural community, heritage and history. are reflected in the region's lively markets.

Restaurants range from Mexican to Portuguese to Italian. You can find just about anything here.

If you want to buy ingredients rather than a complete meal, you'll find plenty of fruit and vegetable stalls, fishmongers, butchers and more.

More 486 different types of fresh fish are sold there.

Covent Garden apple market

On the site of the famous fruit and vegetable market, Covent Garden's apple market is now the place to be for Traders can display antiques.

You'll also find assorted knick-knacks, from handmade jewelry to handmade soap.

The area around Covent Garden is a paradise for high-end shoppers. You can continue your shopping in nearby stores.

Covered market in London: the Old Spitalfields Market

Old Spitalfields Market underwent a major rejuvenation in the 2000s and this covered market opposite Liverpool Street station has become a major shopping and dining destination in East London.

The market is very varied and sells :

• Vintage clothing
• Items for the home
• Handcrafted food products
• Tailor-made toys for children

If you can't find what you're looking for here, Brick Lane Market is just a five-minute walk away. Enough to end your shopping day on a high note.

London's various covered markets are places where you can find everything you're looking for. From simple trinkets to gourmet specialities, everything can be found in London's markets.

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