Greenwich Market

Greenwich Market is a covered market in the historic centre of Greenwich, south-east London, England, at College Approach near the Cutty Sark and the Old Royal Naval College. A market has traded on the site for centuries, and the present covered hall dates from the early nineteenth century, forming part of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site. The market combines crafts, antiques, vintage items and art with a food court that is one of the main reasons visitors stop here. Street-food stalls serve cuisines from many countries, including falafel wraps, paella cooked in large pans, Ethiopian stews, Japanese dishes, Thai curries, sausages and sweet treats such as crepes, waffles and baked goods. Food stalls are at their fullest on weekends, while a smaller selection operates during the week. Eating is informal, standing at counters or sitting on benches and steps within and just outside the market, and many visitors take their food to Greenwich Park or the Thames waterfront nearby. The atmosphere is lively and family-friendly, with tourists and local residents browsing between the stalls, and it can feel crowded on summer weekends. There is no dress code, and vendors are walk-up with no reservations. Prices are modest, with most dishes costing roughly £6 to £12, so a meal with a drink usually comes to around £10 to £15. Drinks include coffee, fresh juices and beer from nearby pubs and bars. The market is open daily with typical hours of about 10:00 to 17:30, although stall numbers vary by day and season. It is a short walk from Cutty Sark DLR station and from Greenwich station.