Camden
Your central and musical hangout.
You’ll love this...
Camden has some of the city’s best clubs for music and musicians, both famous and up-and-coming, play gigs most every night.
You’ll also find some unique shopping options and lots of great food and drink to go along with all the fun!
But you won’t love this...
If you consider Colin Firth and Angela Merkel fashion gurus while laughing at the likes of Johnny Depp or Tove Lo, you might feel more at home in Kensington.
How do I get Around
There are a number of Tube stops about, mostly served by the Northern Line, and you’ll find plenty of bus stops to help you get around.
You can also get a Waterbus on the Canal. Perfect for when you have a little extra time, the trip will take you past the homes of some famous people and London Zoo.
Will I like it here?...
Music lovers won’t just like it - they’ll probably never leave.
Amy Winehouse’s old quarts has so many cool music venues you’ll have to quit your job to go to all the gigs you want.
The Blues Kitchen is a safe bet for a tasty burger and an intimate show. High quality live music every night and more than 50 different bourbons to work your way through.
While KOKO, a spacious nightclub inside an old theatre, is a great place for when you have your dancing shoes on. It’s called the home of Britpop and Oasisesque tracks dominate the set-list, but you’ll be able to catch hip-hop and trance specials as well.
Really? Tell me more?...
You’ll find more than a bunch of great spot to go for something tasty in the afternoon. Grab a warming cup of joe and a plant-based bite at The Fields Beneath, you’ll find it right by Kentish Town Overground.
London gets hot during summer and what’s better on a warm and sunny afternoon than ice cream? You have to go to Chin Chin Labs. Trust us, the experience will change your view of this frozen treat forever.
This Google reviewer agrees with us, and gives you a helpful tip: “It is cash only!!. My hot chocolate with burned marshmallow was AMAZING! The best treat for my chocolate loving soul!”
What can I do here?...
Shop for cool trinkets, odd jewelry, homemade soap, vintage fashion, and much more at Camden Market.
The Market started taking its modern form in 1974 and the most popular stalls and shops are open every day. It’s best during the weekend though and there’s an eclectic mix of street food för when you get hungry.
I’m still not convinced...
Since 1965 Camden arts centre has been devoted to top quality exhibitions and to educate people in the arts. Why not take a ceramics class and, once you’re a master, try selling your designs at the market?
Cost of living:
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Literary fact:
Charles Dickens spent 2 of his childhood years on 22 Cleveland Street and further up the road you will find the Cleveland Street Workhouse. Dickens having lived close by has lead many to believe that this is the inspiration for the house where Oliver Twist had the audacity to ask for more.
