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The main draw of Notting Hill for most people is the famous Portobello Market, one of the largest in Europe. Antique lovers flock here in the hope of unearthing that hidden treasure, whilst elsewhere market traders display stalls groaning under the weight of second hand goods. There is also a large section dedicated to fresh fruit and vegetables.
Many people will have heard of Notting Hill thanks to the Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts romantic comedy of the same name. Fans may wish to take a detour to visit the Travel Bookshop used for several scenes in the film.
Another big draw for Notting Hill is of course the Notting Hill Carnival, which takes place every summer. The strong Caribbean population in the area gives the carnival a unique flavour, so if you are lucky enough to be visiting at the right time then make the most of the opportunity. Further details, including dates, can be found here.
Did You Know? Celebrity spotters can indulge their curiosity by taking part in a two and a half hour walking tour of Notting Hill’s celebrity hotspots. Do not expect famous faces to be lining the streets in preparation for your arrival, however, the tour mostly consists of places stars are supposed to have frequented.
From Central London: It should take no more than 20 minutes (even in London traffic) to get from Marble Arch to Notting Hill. Head East up the A40 along the Bayswater Road, Hyde Park will be on your left
From the North: Come in along the A404 Harrow Road and take the left turn onto Great Western Road towards Westbourne Park tube station. Take a left at the T-junction at the end of the road, followed by the first right. Head along Chepstow Road and take the seventh right into Pembridge Villas. Follow the road around and it will take you to Notting Hill Gate.
For satellite navigation systems enter postcode W11.
Nearest NCP Pay and Display car park: London Arthur Court, W2 5HL
All these buses take you to some part of Notting Hill:
Day: 7, 18, 23, 28, 31, 36, 70, 228, 328
Night: N7, N18, 23, N28, N31, 36
Nearest station: Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle and District Lines)
From Kings Cross/St. Pancras: Take the Circle Line westbound directly to Notting Hill Gate(7 stops).
From Paddington: Take the Circle or District Line southbound directly to Notting Hill Gate (2 stops).
From Victoria: Take the Circle Line westbound directly to Notting Hill Gate (5 stops).
Nearest overground rail station: Paddington
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