Camden Neighbourhood Private Tour

Highlights

  • Visit the Camden Market and the famous Stables Market

  • Learn about Amy Winehouse’s connection to the area

  • Learn about the locomotive origins of the Camden Roundhouse

  • Uncover the history of Camden’s renowned music scene

  • Discover a hidden nearby suburb in Primrose Hill

Summary

A wander through the weird and wonderful Camden, with visits to markets, food stalls, music venues and an idyllic park

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Camden Town Station, England, GB

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

* Visit the eclectic **Camden Market** and the famous **Stables Market**. 
* Learn about **Amy Winehouse**’s connection to the area and visit her favourite pub – The Hawley Arms. 
* Learn about the fascinating locomotive origins of the **Camden Roundhouse**. 
* Explore **Regent’s****Canal** at the hip **Camden Lock.** 
* Uncover the history of Camden’s **renowned** **music** **scene**. 
* Discover a hidden nearby suburb in the **romantic Primrose Hill,** perfect for seeing **London’s** **skyline**!

On this walking tour, you will explore the sites and history of one of London’s most creative and alternative areas. Visit illustrious music venues, uncover the best hang-outs in the area once frequented by the likes of Amy Winehouse, explore the canal that intersects the neighbourhood, visit a former horse stables and even see one of London’s most stunning parks, all within a mile radius! Full of interesting facts, history, culture and quirky shopping stops, this tour will fascinate people of all ages and interests.

Begin your tour on the buzzing high street and learn about the origins of Camden’s music scene: from the early 20th Century wave of Irish Folk music, the rise of Rock and Roll during the 60s and 70s to the innovative, varied music scene of the 90s.

See where the biggest artists played, from Pink Floyd and Jimi Hendrix to the Doors, Black Grape and Radiohead. Learn about the history behind the historic Electric Ballroom as well as the more recent and more alternative Jazz Cafe.

Visit the eclectic Camden Market, where you can buy anything from home-made phone-cases shaped liked hamburgers and military paraphernalia to music memorabilia and florescent lycra. Explore the famous Stables Market, a former ‘horse-hospital’ full of interesting bits and bobs and often frequented by the famous, and flamboyant. Take a walk along the historic Regent’s Canal at Camden Lock. Once a teaming waterway used for transporting goods from Limehouse in the east into London, the Canal now a place of relaxation where you will find people having picnics, walking their dogs and enjoying the sun in the summer.

Learn about the fascinating locomotive origins of the Camden Roundhouse – a magnificent piece of 19th century architecture and now a Grade II listed building and popular music venue for the world’s best indie, rock and alternative artists. Next, take a stroll up to leafy Primrose Hill, an area where you will find plenty of quality restaurants

What’s included?

  • A wander through the weird and wonderful Camden, with visits to markets, food stalls, music venues

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way.

  • Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners