There has been a market on the site of Old Spitalfields Market since 1638, when King Charles I gave a license for flesh, fowl, and roots to be sold there. Today, Old Spitalfields is one of London’s top markets, offering antiques, clothes, organic food, artwork, and vinyl records. It’s particularly recognized as a place for young designers to showcase their work, and is considered very fashionable. As it’s a covered market, you don’t need to worry about rain. Once you’ve worked up an appetite from shopping, visit one of the stalls selling food, or one of the restaurants and cafes also in the covered area. To visit Old Spitalfields Market on your trip to London, use our London trip itinerary builder.
Tours to Old Spitalfields Market
Old Spitalfields Market reviews
-
This is a must do. Such quality vendors with great jewelry, scarves, clothes, etc. bought a ton of things and had so much fun. Also close to brick lane market so can hit both along with vintage...
This is a must do. Such quality vendors with great jewelry, scarves, clothes, etc. bought a ton of things and had so much fun. Also close to brick lane market so can hit both along with vintage... more »
-
The organisers were quite helpful and accommodating when it came to setting up and promoting each of us on their well-publicised social media accounts. It would be helpful to have a uniformed person..... more
The organisers were quite helpful and accommodating when it came to setting up and promoting each of us on their well-publicised social media accounts. It would be helpful to have a uniformed person..... more »
-
A handful of brilliant original clothing and other goods with a plethora of mass manufactured products. One side of the market all but mirrors the other. Good place to grab a bite.
-
Lots of cuisine options - all fresh and some of them really cheap as well! Good atmosphere during week days. Photo from the Ethiopian Vegan place there!
Plan your trip to London
best routes and schedules
Popular things to do in London
Museums in London
Historic Sites in London
Side trips from London
Hidden gems in London
Nearby attractions in London
Trips in Old Spitalfields Market by other users
7 days in London
BY A USER FROM INDIA
Langham Place
St. Paul's Cathedral
Room Escape Games
22 days in London
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Southwark Cathedral
The View from The Shard
London Transport Museum
15 days in London
BY A USER FROM RUSSIA
St. Paul's Cathedral
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Coca-Cola London Eye
9 days in London
BY A USER FROM MALTA
London
33 days in Europe
BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA
Paris
Coupvray
London
9 days in London
BY A USER FROM SAUDI ARABIA
St. Dunstan in the East Church Garden
Tower Bridge
Tower of London