The Camden Market and Canal Tour

A view along the Canal.

The Camden Market is located directly off the Camden Town tube stop along the Northern Line. These markets host stalls selling everything from tattoos to flowers and jewelry. This unique location is seemingly never-ending, each time you think you’ve reached the markets’ end, another small passageway leads back to an unexplored corner. This location offers many things, but is best for its food. Every other stand is boasting food of varied backgrounds. The smells of each stand mingle and entice you in every direction. Many stands offer free samples, so you can get an idea of which food you’d prefer. From falafel to kielbasa or Jamaican jerk chicken, everyone will be able to find something they enjoy here. There’s even a stand at which you can buy exotic meat burgers, including camel and zebra. The spaces in between stalls can be tight, and the market is often crowded, so it’s good to anticipate your personal bubble being burst a bit. On top of the comfort level, it is especially important to remember your valuables in this location, and keep them near to you always, since the close proximity encourages pickpockets. One of the best things to do at Camden market is take a gondola tour through the canals. This quaint tour is led by one man with a large oar who steers the boat, while another serenades the group while playing the guitar. This experience not only gives a great view of the canals, and the unique architecture built along them, but also provides some needed rest after a day touring the markets.