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Explore the vibrant Portobello Street Market
On any given weekend, when you step into Portobello Road, you're greeted by a bustling sea of people spanning over 3 km. Colorful stalls intermingle with antique shops, street performers, bars, and clothing boutiques... Scattered amidst the vintage and fashion markets (most bustling on Saturdays) are longstanding food markets, fruit and vegetable stands... painting a scene reminiscent of a Charles Dickens novel.
Indulge in a diverse array of street food, from Indian thali to crispy pork sausages and crepes to doughnuts... Visitors can admire the 100-meter-long Portobello Wall adorned with unique street art pieces.
Shop for fashion, music, and literature finds
Music and literature enthusiasts shouldn't miss the stalls just outside Portobello Road. Visit Rough Trade on Talbot Road, where walls are plastered with posters and original album covers, or the culinary bookshop on Blenheim Crescent. A small venue behind this area hosts cooking demonstrations, light lunches, and tea. Across the street, the quaint Spice Shop showcases and sells over 2,500 varieties of herbs, spices...
Fashionistas should head to Westbourne Grove and Ledbury Road, home to clothing stores, including several areas dedicated to children. The three-story Paul Smith store is also worth a visit...
Delightful Dining in Notting Hill
Aside from Ledbury with its renowned European cuisine, boasting two Michelin stars, Notting Hill is teeming with restaurants, cafes, bars, and pubs. Italian fare is abundant at the end of Kensington Park Road, while traditional eateries cater to discerning palates or Sunday feasts aplenty. Booking ahead or queuing is par for the course. Remember local favorites like Granger & Co, 202 Café, E&O... or the Acklam Village Market on Portobello Road.
Furthermore, Notting Hill's local farmers market convenes every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, modestly nestled in a car park near the underground station. The market offers organic produce, dairy, baked goods, and seafood. Another renowned spot is the Provenance Village Butcher on Kensington Park Road, offering top-quality, ethically sourced meats and hosting classes on the art of butchery.
Notting Hill: A Cinematic Haven
Notting Hill stands as a renowned filming location, and fans of the eponymous film starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts can visit many sites that served as its backdrop. Grant's bookstore was inspired by a shop at 13-15 Blenheim Crescent. Though it has been transformed, it still retains an area dedicated to tourism. You'll also spot where Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts strolled through Rosmead Gardens on Rosmead Avenue. Meanwhile, 280 Westbourne Park Road features the iconic blue door that graced the screen. The door had been painted black for a time by its owner but has since reverted to its pale blue hue.
Courtesy of Moc Mien/Ngoi Sao
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Explore: Travel guide from Mytour
Published by: MytourMay 19, 2017
