Cool Things To Do in Camden, London
What are the best things to do in Camden? Camden Town, London is one of the most famous places to visit in London. Camden is not just one of London’s quirkiest places to live and visit, but it’s also one of the most popular filming locations in the UK.
Lots of films and TV shows have been filmed in Camden Town which includes Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels which was filmed in Camden in 1998. Other films that have been filmed in Camden Town include The Man Who Knew Too Much, Let’s Be Friends, and Behind Her Eyes.
London Camden Town with all its culture, galleries, museums, and popular music scene has become a popular place to live with young professionals. With Camden London being one of the most iconic places to live in the UK, it has been featured many times on Channel 4 Location, Location, Location.
If you are visiting London, then you must take some time out and visit Camden Town. London has lots of great places to visit, but Camden Borough is one of my favourites.
I have put together what I believe to be not only the best things to do in Camden during the day but also some cool things to do in Camden, London during the evening. Camden London is not just for adults; it is also a great place to take children. That is why I have also put together fun things to do in Camden for children.
Things to do in Camden During the Day
Go Shopping in Camden’s Famous Markets
One of the best things to do in Camden during the day is to visit Camden Market. You cannot visit Camden Town London without visiting Camden Market. It is a magical place to visit, especially during Christmas.
Today, after a humble beginning as a small Saturday market in Camden, London, Camden market has more than 1,000 shops, stalls, cafes, and bars.
There was a famous advert some years ago that said ‘if we don’t sell it then you don’t need it’, and that is true with Camden Market. The popular Camden Market sells everything you could possibly need, want, or think you don’t need but buy it anyway.
Camden Market is not just one market, it is a series of markets that includes Camden Lock Village, The Stables Market, Buck Street Village, and Inverness Street Market. All of the markets that create Camden Market are within a few minutes’ walk of each other.
One of the good things about Camden Market is it’s open seven days a week.
How old is Camden Market London?
It is amazing to think that today, Camden Market has over 1,000 shops, stalls, cafes, and bars, but started with just 16 market traders that sold arts and crafts, antiques, and jewellery.
Camden Market, London opened in March 1974 as a new Saturday Market. After more than 500 million in 2015, it has become one of Camden Town’s most visited attractions.
A lot of people visit Camden just for its unique shopping. You could easily spend a whole day in Camden Market and its many cafes looking for bargains and eating great food.
Camden High Street
Camden High Street is a mix of independent shops to well-known chain stores. It is a lovely place to go shopping where you can buy anything from souvenirs to arts and crafts, and essentials.
Regent’s Canal
Regent’s Canal which runs through Camden, London is a great place to visit. The popular Regent Canal starts at Little Venice and ends in Docklands. There are lots of things to do at Regents Canal (please see our article here on things to do at Regents Canal), and it is a lovely place to go for something to eat or a nice walk.
You can go paddleboarding on Regent’s Canal or you can go on a boat ride or a water bus from Little Venice to Camden Lock Market.
Camden Kerb street food
London, Camden Town is full of great places to have amazing food, but Camden Kerb Street food is simply amazing.
If you want some amazing food, then a visit to Camden Kerb Street food is a must. With a lovely setting of the canal and narrowboats, you will come across food kiosks. They serve everything from your traditional food to Dutch pancakes.
If you are a food lover, then it is one of the cool things to do in Camden. My advice is though, to visit one of the amazing pubs in Camden before you visit Camden Kerb Street food. It is always nice to have a drink first, and then lovely food.
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Primrose Hill
If you are looking for one of the best things to do in Camden within a ten-minute walk from Camden High Street, then how about Primrose Hill Park?
Primrose Hill is like being in a different world. When visiting Camden, you would not believe that with a ten-minute walk there would be a place that you could go and relax and have a picnic with magical views over Regent’s Park.
Many believe that one of London’s best views is Primrose Hill Park. I must agree. But for me, the best time of year to visit Primrose Hill Park is in the summer. It is a lovely place to visit with the family for a nice picnic.
Due to how popular Primrose Hill Park is, you can expect, especially in the summer for it to be very busy.
The best way to get to Primrose Hill from Camden is to walk via Regent’s Park Road. It is a lovely walk with lots of restaurants, cafes, and nice shops.
Camden Brewery
One cool thing to do in London, Camden Town is to visit a Camden Brewery. They offer brewery tours, and you even get to taste some of the beer. There are 20 different beers available, and at the end of the visit to Camden Brewery, you can visit the merchandise shop and get some gifts.
Hawley Wharf
Camden Borough is a great place to go shopping. People from all over London and even the UK visit Camden for its unique shopping experience. One of the best places to shop in Camden is Hawley Wharf.
Hawley Wharf is Camden’s new shopping experience. It is a great place to shop and have some great food and drink. Hawley Wharf is located just across from Camden Lock and has several floors to explore for shopping and food.
On the lower level of Hawley Wharf, you will find some great fashion outlets and craft outlets. At the weekend there is a market at Hawley Wharf.
London Zoo
London Camden Town is not just about Jazz, Shopping, and great places to eat. Visiting Camden is also a great place for children. London Zoo is just a short distance from Camden Locks. From Camden Locks, it is just a seven-minute car Journey to the zoo. (Learn about the best zoos in London)
There are around 700 species of animals at the zoo. If you are looking for a great day out in Camden for the whole family, then you must visit the popular zoo.
Visit Camden Cyberdog
Camden Cyberdog is one of the more interesting and unforgettable places I have visited. It is like walking into a different world of shopping. The three-story flagship sells everything from futuristic clothing to some very interesting adult toys.
As soon as you roll up to Camden Cyberdog, you know straight away that you are venturing into a different world from your average shopping experience.
Visit Camden Jewish Museum
Camden Jewish Museum is a great place to visit to learn more about Jewish history. Anyone visiting Camden with their children should visit the museum. It is a great educational day out. You can learn about Jewish culture, history, and see the Holocaust Gallery.
Relax at Regent Park
A visit to Regent Park is a lovely day out with the family, especially in the summer. It is only a short walk from the Camden market.
Regent Park has been responsible for thousands of proposals. It is a lovely place to go for a romantic walk. It is also a great place to go for a picnic and relax from the troubles of everyday life.
Cool Things To Do in Camden In The Evening
Camden Roundhouse
If you love music, then one of the best things to do in Camden in the evening is the Roundhouse. It was opened in 1966 and has become Camden Town’s most iconic music venue. It is located at Chalk Farm Rd, Chalk Farm, London NW1 8EH.
There are lots of performances and music gigs at the Roundhouse. To find out the latest happenings at the Roundhouse, visit their website.
Jazz Cafe Camden
If you are into Jazz, then one of the best things to do in Camden is to visit the Jazz Café. Here you can watch some cool bands.
The Camden Jazz Café is one of London’s most iconic music venues. It may not be the biggest venue in Camden or London, but it is big enough for a great night out. It holds around 500 people and while listening to some great music, you can have a great meal.
ODEON Camden
Camden ODEON, which is located at 14 The Parkway, Camden. It is a great place to go to watch the latest films. If you fancy a date night with a loved one, a family night out, or even a night out with friends, then Camden ODEON is a great choice.
My recommendation is, to go to the cinema in Camden first, and then go for a lovely meal afterward, and then to a pub in Camden. You cannot get much of a better night out in Camden than that.
The Electric Ballroom
If you love music, then London Camden Electric Ballroom is a great night out. The Electric Ballroom has been welcoming music lovers since the 1940s. Today it is a place that welcomes rock music lovers as well as being home to comedy shows and club nights.
Cecil Sharp House
Located at 2 Regent’s Park Rd, London, Camden Cecil Sharp House is a great place to visit for folk lovers.
London Camden Town has always been known for its music, so it makes sense that Camden not only has its own Jazz Club but is also a place where people can enjoy folk music.
In recent years Folk music has made a comeback, and Camden Cecil Sharp House is the perfect place to hear it.
Camden Comedy Club
It’s not just music that Camden Town is known for, it is also known for its comedy. Camden Comedy Club, which is located above the Camden Head Pub at 100 Camden High St, London NW1 0LU, offers a great night out.
Live comedy and comedy clubs have become popular all around the country including in Manchester, Liverpool, and London.
As well as featuring a lot of alternative comedy, the Camden Comedy Club also attracts some big names such as Harry Hill and Russell Howard.
Camden Comedy Club opens every day at 7 pm, so if you want a great night out in Camden, then you need to get there early.
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Fun Things To Do in Camden For Children
There are lots of things to do in Camden for kids, here are some of my favourites.
London Zoo
Just a stone thrown from Camden Town, this is the perfect day out for children. You can not beat a day out at a zoo to put a smile on children’s faces.
Kentish Town City Farm, Camden
If you don’t want to go to London Zoo, then how about Kentish Town City Farm which is located at 1 Cressfield Cl, London NW5 4BN. The Camden city farm is home to 59 farmyard animals.
A Visit To Camden is a great day out. I would highly recommend it.
