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Islington (/ ˈ ɪ z l ɪ ŋ t ən /) is a district in the north of Greater London, England, and part of the London Borough of Islington. It is a mainly residential district of Inner London , extending from Islington's High Street to Highbury Fields, encompassing the area around the busy High Street, Upper Street , Essex Road (former "Lower ...
The London Borough of Islington ( / ˈɪzlɪŋtən / ⓘ IZ-ling-tən) is a London borough which forms part of Inner London, England. Islington has an estimated population of 215,667.
- Dine in style. Foodies are spoilt for choice in Islington. On Upper Street alone, you can satisfy almost any cravings, from Brazilian churrasco to Vietnamese pho.
- Sugar rush. Sweet tooth? A scoop of handmade ice cream from Udderlicious will do the trick. Get more sugar highs from Paul A Young’s artisan chocolates or Belle Epoque’s eye-popping pastries.
- Brekkie or brunch? Tuck into a Tuscan breakfast at Food Lab; or head to Ottolenghi, famous for its cookbooks and mouthwatering window displays. On weekends, rise at the crack of dawn to beat the queues outside Sunday, for one of London’s tastiest brunches.
- Shop for treasures. Upper Street is lined with independent boutiques and quirky design stores. Shop cool Scandinavian labels at Wild Swan, charity finds at Mary’s Living & Giving, or retro gadgets and toys at After Noah.
Islington is a trendy and vibrant neighbourhood in London with historic homes, local theatres, quirky shops and cool bars. Discover the best things to do in Islington, from cultural spots like Almeida Theatre and Estorick Collection, to quirky places like Bar Liber and Homeboy Bar.
Explore Islington and Angel, a vibrant area of north London with plenty of things to do. Find restaurants, bars, markets, theatres and more in this guide by a local blogger.
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Jul 28, 2019 · Whenever I am in London I typically stay in Islington* as it is my favourite London borough. There are plenty of things to do in Islington, ranging from exceptional vintage shopping, beautiful parks and vibrant cultural events. Here are the top 20 to inspire your next London trip.
Dec 13, 2023 · Discover 17 of the best attractions, activities and eateries in Islington, a trendy and vibrant area of London. Whether you're looking for vintage shopping, comedy shows, farmers markets or historic pubs, this guide has it all.
