London's trendy districts: places not to be missed

You can't visit London without visiting one of its trendy districts.

Today, I'm bringing you a list of places not to be missed in the English capital.

London's trendy neighborhood: article summary

London's trendiest neighborhood: Peckham

Twenty years ago, I would have advised you to cross the Peckham on a bus without stopping, because there was a lot of crime.

The new century, and a new generation later, has made this one of London's coolest neighborhoods with a thriving arts scene.

The rooftop bar at Frank's parking lot, the independent stores around Bellenden Road and the chic cafés will ensure that you have a good time. a good time away from the bars of central London.

Dalston

Dalston's East End has been hip for years. Although the neighborhood is bolder than Peckham, it's not not yet on the verge of becoming stifling.

At weekends, the streets are packed with young people from the city's suburbs in search of clubs. The atmosphere that made Dalston famous at the turn of the millennium is still there.

Step off the Kingsland Road high street to discover literary cafés, community gardens and more ephemeral clubs than you can shake a stick at.

London's trendiest neighborhood: Stoke Newington

In the early 1990s, Stoke Newington was gentrifying as upward mobility took hold in spacious terraced houses. on chic Church Street.

Now with its own literary festival, it's the place to be for hip young people with careers and kids.

The district's reputation is assured by independent bars, chic pizzerias, underground cocktail bars and some of the city's best charity stores.

King's Cross

King's Cross used to be so dodgy that every conceivable illicit street business could be found there. were there by nightfall.

After a period dominated by late-night raves in the marshalling yards, the neighborhood has literally changed its face.

The site now features :

• Shopping malls
• Trendy cafés
• Infrastructures such as The Guardian and Google
• Open spaces
• Community gardens

Coal Drops Yard, adjacent to Granary Square, features over 50 stores, restaurants and cafés. The area is also well served by London's various means of transport.

London's trendiest neighborhood: Walthamstow

Founded in the 1990s, Walthamstow has seen its popularity rise in recent years. This is particularly evident when look at real estate prices in the area.

Many people have moved to this creative and trendy neighborhood. As a result, it has become a hive of community and arts festivals, supporting a burgeoning network of new artists.

There's also the famous God's Own Junkyard art gallery. Epping Forest and Hackney Marshes are just a stone's throw away. you can still reach Oxford Street in 30 minutes by metro.

Kensal Rise

In the 1980s, nobody would have wanted to live here. Nowadays, British pop stars have settled in its leafy streets and grand houses, a short cab ride from central London.

Stretching between Ladbroke Grove and Queen's Park, the district combines chic North London with more typical suburban locations.

You will find here :

• Punk rock ads
• Independent cinemas
• Paradise bar

Kensal Green Park is an excellent choice for a Sunday family outing.

London's trendiest neighborhood: Notting Hill

Despite the crowds of tourists Portobello Road, Notting Hill still has plenty of bohemian charm.

Portobello Market is a major draw for eclectic antique collectors, but Westbourne Grove, Ladbroke Grove and Westbourne Park Road are also worth exploring.

Every August, the Notting Hill Carnival celebrates the area's large Afro-Caribbean population. with a long weekend of festivities.

Brixton

For years, Brixton has been one of South London's favorite nightspots, with Electric Brixton spearheading a number of live music and DJ venues.

More recently, it has also become a popular daytime venue. Brixton Market and Brixton Village, two maze-like covered markets, are packed with stores, cafés, bars and restaurants.

Nearby Brockwell Park is a lovely place to spend an afternoon. Take a stroll through the trendiest streets in the English capital.

London's trendy district: Soho

Still very popular after all these years, Soho has always been the lively center of West End nightlife.

In addition to nightclubs, you'll find small, sophisticated bars like Bar Termini on Old Compton Street, excellent restaurants like the Venetian-inspired Polpo and dozens of original boutiques.

At Berwick Street Market, you can buy everything from sticky Danish pastries to Mexican burritos and pita sandwiches.

Over time, many of London's neighborhoods have managed to distinguish themselves and become trendy districts. Today, all you have to do is stroll around the city to discover the capital's coolest spots.

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