Portobello Road Market

Rummage for treasures at Portobello Road Market in west London’s Notting Hill.

Dating back to the 19th century, Portobello is one of London’s oldest markets and it provided the backdrop for a number of scenes in the 1999 movie Notting Hill, starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts.

A buzzy celeb magnet, the market has attracted the likes of Meghan Markle and Elton John over the years.

What does Portobello Road Market sell?

Take your time to explore the many unique stalls, quirky restaurants and tasty street food outlets at Portobello Road Market.

Vintage clothes shoppers are spoilt for choice with boutiques and stalls such as Past Times Chic, Remagic, Lovers Lane and Herbie Mensah. Playful accessories can be found at Anna P (headbands) and Susan Wainwright (bags and more), while Toure, Oil of Nature and Shea-Ba sell natural skincare products.

Looking for a unique gift? How about a first edition from Portobello Rare Books, antique toys from John Gray or unusual accessories from Chloe Alberry (door handles and cabinet fittings), Nushka (lampshades and cushions) and Soapercandlefragilistic (candles).

Food shops in the surrounding streets sell everything from fresh and organic food to wine, while from Monday to Saturday the fruit and vegetable stalls are piled high with fresh produce. On Friday and Saturday, there are specialist stalls selling cheese, meat, seafood and more.

What is there to eat at Portobello Road Market?

Try North African and Caribbean street food from the traders on Golborne Road. On Fridays and Saturdays there are more food stalls on Portobello Road selling global dishes including curries, paella, crepes and churros.

Discover mouthwatering handmade cakes at Kensington Gardens Tea & Chocolaterie, fluffy boa buns at Bao Kusina and falafel wraps and homemade sauces at Falafel Point.

Where is Portobello Road Market and how do you get there?

Portobello Road Market is in Notting Hill and the nearest Tube Station is Ladbroke Grove (Circle and Hammersmith & City lines), which is a seven-minute walk away, while Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle and District lines) is an eight-minute walk away.

Plenty of bus routes serve Notting Hill and Portobello Road markets.

What are the opening times?

Portobello Road Market is open daily from 8am to 6pm in spring and summer and 9am to 5pm in autumn and winter.

What is the busiest day at Portobello Road Market?

The market's main trading day is Saturday. Arrive early to beat the crowds.

Find more markets to explore throughout London. Or, check out more iconic London film locations.