One thing I will always do when visiting a place/country is to visit their food halls or food markets. This was part of our walking food tour, and their claim to fame other than dating back to 1321, is being featured in Harry Potter as the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron. But you should definitely visit for their variety of bars and pubs plus other shops & weekend markets (check their website for details). Great spot to visit anytime but especially if it's raining since it is a mostly covered venue. read more

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Went here because it was in a Harry Potter movie and to admire the amazing architecture. It's one of the oldest markets in London dating from the 14th century. We went on a Saturday, but if you're there for the shops, they're open during the work week. Even then, there were still a lot of people there. We didn't stay long, mainly just took some photos and left. read more

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The architectural appeal of this covered market is immediate as it exudes a cool Victorian era vibe in the financial district of the bustling City of London. The pathways are covered in cobblestones, and the ornate glass roof structure and interconnected ironwork add to the historical atmosphere. Although I'm not one, fans of Harry Potter will recognize the area as Diagon Alley. Jamie W were here during the especially busy lunch hour, so all the eateries were full up with suits. Cheesemongers, butchers and florists operate from various shops, and there are other retailers focusing on a variety of goods from handmade toys to neon lighting. The Sky Garden is nearby, so definitely take a stroll through this impressive pip-pip-&-cheerio market en route. RELATED - Exploring London? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3zFACrx read more

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There's mostly food here some some random clothing shops. The food selection was pretty good and seemed to be a spot where the locals visit regularly. It looks like something my out of a Harry Potter book (supposedly this market inspired Diagon Alley in the HP books). We did notice a weird lack of trash cans, however. read more

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We stopped by to see the door to the leaky cauldron from Harry Potter but stayed for the beautiful architecture! Highly recommend stopping by this place near Sky Garden! My whole family loved it! Lots of unique restaurants and shops including empanadas! read more

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London is home to multiple, incredible markets, attracting shoppers from all across the globe and Leadenhall Market is London's most beautiful market - tucked away in the heart of The City. These days, it's a contemporary shopping precinct with trendy bars and cute cafes, and it's more than 700+ years old. The site has a long history - dating all the way back to Roman times when it started as a bazaar on the very same spot you find it today. the entrance sign declares that the market was established in 1321. It was initially a meat, game, and poultry market. Later, leather was sold here as well as wool, butter, eggs, and cutlery as it slowly became one of the most important markets in medieval and early modern London. Architecturally, it's interesting and worth seeing. It's not a tourist trap at all. A lot of people who work in the area go there. Leadenhall's main draw is the ornate rooftop, as well as the cobbled floors, which were designed in 1881 and are nearly all original, although there was some redecoration done in the 1990s. and hey HP fans: don't miss the Harry Potter filming locations when you're visiting the market. Leadenhall Market's stunning Victorian decor has been featured in numerous films, including the legendary Harry Potter series. Today, the market is a popular spot for City workers and tourists alike, who come to enjoy a tasty meal, a pint, or a shopping spree beneath its iconic Victorian glass roof. read more

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My main reason for visiting was to see where Diagon Alley was filmed. It was nice to see but was a bit underwhelming. There are some shops and restaurants to see and eat at. The market was smaller than what I had imagined. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

Not much to write about. There are a few restaurants/pubs to grab a beer but most were closed when I came on a Monday. I expected it to be much larger to walk around but it really only had a handful of businesses. Nothing to write home about, would skip if you're in town for vacation, much more noteworthy areas. read more

Did eat in this market but if your a tourist and like the Harry Potter series yes it's a must place to visit. I heard from my cousin who resides in London that they have nice places to eat but again I Didn't eat hear but a must for a quick visit few blocks away from the sky garden read more

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Buzzing street with multiple bars, eating joints, cafes and open sitting spaces. Definitely worth a visit and for grabbing a tap beer.

The bustling market dates back to 1321 & is situated in what was the center of Roman London. Originally it was a meat, poultry & game market, now it is home boutiques, restaurants, cafes, wine bars & an award-winning pub. Starting as the site of a manor, Leadenhall Market has survived rebuilding, and even the Great Fire to become a popular destination for city residents, visitors & workers. Under its arches & cobblestones are the remains of the Forum (market) & Basilica (courts). Bishopsgate, Cheapside and Leadenhall Street all follow the route of the old Roman roads. Since 1441, the City of London has been running the market. By 1600, this was the most important market in London with sellers of poultry, grain, eggs, butter, cheese, foodstuffs, wool, leather & cutlery. In the 19th century a respectable arcade with glass & iron replaced the old stone structure. Today's clean & airy Victorian buildings are very inviting . It's hard to imagine the noise and smells of the old market, but at the shop fronts the original wrought iron hooks where produce used to hang are visible. Today their are festivals , tours & events regularly held in the market . read more

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First thing's first - the space is beautiful. It's worth a quick stroll but I won't lead you to believe it's the most bustling site in all of London. Inside you'll find stores and a handful of restaurants. From what I gathered, this place is probably most bustling during the work week. If you're in the area and love a good arcade/pretty architecture, stroll through. read more

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Pros: Market is stunning and worth seeing. Go for food, and choose one of the places along the cafe-style section. I'd vote for the wine and charcuterie place. It's a bit of a Parisian experience in London, and because it's inside, it's doable in the winter months.) Cons: As a tourist, I found the selections of shops underwhelming. Of high quality, but uninteresting. If your goal is shopping, I'd pass. Verdict: This is a perfect extended lunch stop. See the beautiful preserved architecture and have a nosh. read more

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The architecture in Leadenhall Market is so beautiful! It's definitely giving Harry Potter vibes and almost Christmas vibes but year round. One of the strange things about this place though is that the majority of the shops and restaurants here aren't open over the weekend. The hours of the stores actually open are very limited, so it's pretty much just a quick visit to see the architecture and then leave. read more

This market is pretty sad and it's clear the only highlight of a visit here is for Harry Potter fans and the famed Diagon Alley film locations. The whole market is pretty small and easy to navigate. But there are only really 3-4 restaurants that are actually open for business, 2 being pubs, one a pizza place, and then a bakery, but none seem very appealing. out the outer parts of the market there are a lot of typical trashy shops selling phone cases and convenience stores of sorts. Overall, it's not a big deal and only worth a quick stop for the Harry Potter aspect. read more

I simply LOVE Leadenhall Market, and end up coming back here again and again. I mean, have you seen this place?! Look at the architecture, at the colors, the tall and light-filled arching roof. This is pure class, and far and away the most elegant market I've seen from literally anywhere in the world. The market houses a number of various cafes and bars, that are lively and hopping on a typical day. That said, the venue does tend to clear out by the evening, so only come then if you're more intent on a solitary and romantic walk-through of this beautiful place rather than grabbing food in a busy marketplace. Oh, and did I mention how extraordinarily photogenic this place is? Now, THIS is London to me! So try it out, come either during the bustling daytime for a stop of food or drinks or after-hours to walk around in more solitude. And leave a comment to let me know whether you also liked it! read more

This place is way cool. Lots of pubs, wine bars, and restaurants. Open air, but covered. Also shops, some a bit tongue in cheek like the monster store. read more

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It has been about 70 years since I visited Leadenhall Market as a child with my father. What a change and, this time, a change for the good. Lovely to see old market areas transformed into high class shops, restaurants and drinking establishments (commonly known as pubs LOL). Spent a nice hour just wandering around. read more

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There's a lot fewer places here than you'd expect looking at it from the outside, but it's still worth a visit. I'd recommend looking it up before you wander. I enjoyed the pub New Moon which was a hot spot Friday evening full of after work happy hours, people in their work attire. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

Really beautiful place. Great atmosphere. There are many pubs and shop and it is usually crowded with City workers enjoying a good time. Great wine bars though. read more

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Perhaps one of the under-rated markets in London. It is not busy, but the architecture is beautiful. Not many stores, but there are pubs and tea to enjoy. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

I love this little corner of the world. During the day you'll typically find it's full of city workers searching for a bite to eat, a quick drinkie out of sight of the boss (or sometimes with the boss), or a shop to buy a smart shirt/outfit. Then as the evening creeps in and the stalls disappear, the eateries and pubs come into full swing. The market is not very large, but it looks gorgeous. Even if you don't appreciate architecture in the slightest, you should pay this place a visit and just look up! And then enjoy a walk through the old fashioned cobbled streets. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

Leadenhall Market adds a much needed dash of colour to this part of the City of London, surrounded as it is by handsome but sober office blocks, and on one side dwarfed by the shiny exterior of the Lloyd's building. It isn't really any longer market at all, but a Victorian shopping arcade, but it's well preserved and still fulfils its original purpose - shopping. The range of shops includes everything from clothing stores to flower shops, and also includes bars and cafes. You'll find High Street names such as Reiss, Timpson, Oddbins, Jigsaw, Hobbs, Orange phones and Threshers, alongside individual shops, the most notable of which is the cheese shop, Cheese @ Leadenhall. There are also a dozen places to eat here. The site is also interesting: originally the location of the Roman Forum (the largest square north of the Alps), it became the area for poulterers and cheesemakers in the the 14th century, and was acquired by the famous mayor, Richard (Dick) Whittington, in 1411. In the succeeding years, corn, wool, leather and cutlery were also sold from here. Burned down in the Great Fire of 1666, it was replaced by a covered market built in stone, but this too was replaced in 1881 by the present wrought iron structure, with extensive glazed roofs. In the late 18th century, a gander that had escaped from the poulterer's grasp became a sort of mascot for the market, and was nicknamed 'Old Tom'. He was fed at the local inns, and lived to the ripe old age of 38. When he died, he lay in state and was buried there. The architecture is full of Victorian detail, some taken from the heraldic devices of the City of London (such as the Griffins and dragons) and others purely decorative (such as recurring flower and leaf motifs). But, above all, it is the colourful decorative scheme of bright red and cream that gives it its character today. It has featured in Harry Potter as 'Diagon Alley', suitably done up with additional scenery. read more

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I'm a Harry Potter fan, and so I thought this place was super cool. Leadenhall Market is in the business district of London and was used as Diagon Alley in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The entrance to wizard's pub, the Leaky Cauldron, is in real life an optician in Bull's Head Passage in Leadenhall Market. Such a fun place to walk through for shopping and to grab a bite to eat. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

This was the beginning of our Harry Potter self-touring experience. The previous night, we'd gone to the Palace to see the first part of "The Cursed Child," and the next day we went here. Around 10am, not much was open, but damn... It was pretty. It's a covered market, dating from the 14th century, and you'll find a bunch of charming shops (cheese mongers, butchers, pubs, restaurants) here. Parts of Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter movies was filmed here, and you can really see why. The architecture, the colors, the cobblestones... It's all very charming, very bright, and very easy on the eyes. Archways curve above your head, lots of gold and burgundy as a color scheme (I'm looking at you, Gryffindors), with splashes of blue. Even though the market was JUST opening up, it was still worth it for a quick glimpse. I can definitely see why this place gets so crowded at night, but if you want to avoid the nightlife and still get a glimpse of the market, checking it out in the daytime would be your best bet. read more

This has to be the most beautiful interior of any covered market I have ever seen. Remarkably the site dates back to the 1400s, yet the current construction was designed by Sir Horace Jones in 1881 (architect of Billingsgate and Smithfield Markets). The beams and ironwork inside have been loving restored and have made this a magical place to shop. Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday you can buy mostly meats here but there's also a gallery of upmarket shops on either side of the causeway (wonderful signage though, in keeping with the 19th century style), and cafes and restaurants where you can dine outside - yet inside!. I came here for a quick Pizza Express lunch and a pint in the pub when it was raining once, it was a great escape from the cold and damp. Keep your eyes peeled for events and concerts on the website. read more

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A traditional British arcade of covered shops. All the staples as well as food. Right in the middle of the City, you can escape the modern skyscrapers to an older time. Come here for lunch and shopping. read more

I absolutely love shopping here for clothing. I especially love the sales that are always happening. I have purchased a lot from here and have had no problems with returns either. read more

What an amazing location. Loved the architecture and wandering around the different shops.

What a beautiful slice of our city. Tucked away in the centre of town, the ornately decorated market present a whole host of stalls, shop and boutiques. I have to admit that I don't go here very often, but every time I do I think, 'I really should come here more often.' The market runs from Monday - Friday 11am until 4pm, selling all kinds of loveliness. Really I have little more to share due to the fact that I haven't spent anywhere near enough time here. Honestly, i think the reason for that is because it's the city and once you have escaped the mouse wheel that is 'The City', you're had pushed to go back voluntarily! read more

I like Leadenhall's clearly-penned-by-a-frustrated-writer-in-a-copywriter's-body tagline: 'shopping, leisure, architectural pleasure.' Quite. Leadenhall is, despite its checkered history, the City of London's finest market. An indoor market once lined with meat and cheese sellers and now lined with overpriced wine bars and jewellery boutiques for the city boys' girlfriends who presumably don't know they're born. Rebuilt in the late nineteenth century and restored towards the end of the twentieth, Leadenhall's magnificence has not gone unnoticed. Harry Potter fans should know that this London landmark was the setting for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The market itself is a beautifully breathtaking building and the shops that line it, predictably err on the side of pricey. Definitely a good place for a stroll and a nice glass of wine if the mood strikes you. read more

Leadenhall market is a beautiful old outside market with many bars and restaurants. The atmosphere is magical there because of the architecture however it gets full of business people that have afterwork drinks and quite loud. Not necessarily the best tourist location but good for a drink after work read more

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I've only been to Leadenhall Market a couple of times, and always just to pubs. It's a cool tourist attraction, as it was featured in one of the Harry Potter movies as Diagon Alley. But it's generally full of insurance guys in suits drinking during or after the work day as they emerge from the Lloyd's building. I would love to go back during the day sometime and check out the other shops and restaurants along the halls of the marketplace. read more

This shit was awesome. Diagon Alley based off of this. Brought me back to my days cashin checks at the Gringotts!

Went when it was empty one Saturday. Must have been around 4pm so all stalls gone? Eerie! But nice to see actually and take a pic or two. read more

Leadenhall Market - Shopping Centers Near Me - London, XGL

A very cool place to eat and shop. A covered market that drips with history and ambiance--pure England all the way. I just love the feel and get a kick out of watching all the suits have their liquid lunch for hours at end (it is located near the financial district). Love the place, you gotta see it and experience it. read more

In my opinion, one of the most beautiful surroundings to have dinner in, in the city. I love the colourful architecture. For a bargain dinner, head for pizza express in Leadenhall market, they have outside tables so you can enjoy the surroundings as you eat, and if you go on a Wednesday & have an Orange phone, you can get half price pizza too with the Orange Wednesday deal. read more

A little oasis of shopping in the big business desert of the City - fairly easy to miss if you don't know about it. A reasonable range of shops ( mostly clothing, a card shop, a Timpsons,and a mid-sized Waterstones), restaurants/wine bars/brasseries, a couple of hairdressers,, and Oddbins, etc. A visually pleasing example of Victorian gothic - lots of cast iron pillars and enameling. At lunch times during the week, there are the addition of a number of food stalls , including a Greek one and a vegeatarian/falafel stand. Has a fairly regular procession of "events", cultural or food related. Also a venue for the Oxjam festival - 22nd October 2010 - billed as "12 hours of local music, food, and fun". Apparently the entire market can be hired out for private events. read more

We went there (five days ago) because I'd read about the beautiful architecture, and indeed it's really lovely. It's a Victorian shopping arcade and it's been beautifully restored. Admittedly we had no interest in eating or drinking there, but it was certainly worth going there just to see it. read more

I couldn't believe my eyes when I came across this amazing place for the first time a few years ago. I don't work in the City and am usually quite overwhelmed by the pomposity of everything around here. Leadenhall Market is a perfect antidote. It is absolutely beautiful and worth a special trip on a Sunday when the shops are shut (there is nothing here you couldn't also buy elsewhere). It is located very close to the famour Lloyds building, and both frequently attract camera crews. read more