Address: 1 Tavistock St, London, WC2E 8BD, United Kingdom
Phone: +442073794242
Rating: 4.4
based on 194 reviews.
Market Atmosphere
Pros:
"Great atmosphere, probably because of its proximity to illustrious neighbours."
"The vibrant atmosphere of Jubilee Market is infectious."
"Love Covent garden, full of life, happiness and joy."
"This buzzing part of London should be on everyone's to-do list."
"The place is buzzing with live street acts, laughter and noise spilling out from the restaurants and bar in around the place."
"Loved the atmosphere and how friendly everyone was."
"Absolutely love this place especially at Christmas with its beautiful lights and festive feel."
Cons:
"It's OK for 10 minutes if you're passing by, but not worth a specific trip."
"Covent Garden is a tourist trap of epic proportions."
"Has changed a lot, now full of cheap tat t shirts, and tourist trap junk."
"For the most part I'd consider it a busy tourist trap."
"Overpriced and overcrowded."
"The majority of them feel cheap, both in terms of production quality and their motives."
"Def missing an opportunity here. Good space being rented to stallholders selling cheap tat."
Product Variety
Pros:
"You can find handmade items, unique gift ideas, and cheaper imported products from oversea at this market."
"Most of stalls are with handmade stuff, cheaper that on Apple Market nearby."
"You can buy some very interesting things, such as insect key rings, caricatures, wallets and purses, handcrafts."
"A lot of interesting stalls for different kinds of handmade products."
"Always a great selection of stalls with price points to suit all budgets."
"The variety of the products at this market is quite nice and is definitely worth a visit."
"Great artwork by local artists."
Cons:
"There's not even much to see for a tourist."
"A bit too much obvious London themed tourist stuff."
"But it is touristy and expensive these days."
"As other have mentioned this market is full of rubbish. Overpriced souvenirs."
"Every thing was overpriced and completely obsolete."
"Full of tacky, worthless souvenirs, the upmark in price is huge."
"Same stuff as elsewhere. But overpriced because of the location."
Customer Experience
Pros:
"Great crafty Market by covert garden, well worth popping in for a browse around if you in the area."
"All market vendors were extremely polite and friendly."
"The dealers are friendly and knowledgeable."
"All of the vendors were very friendly."
"Sellers are nice and friendly."
"Best service had had for a while. Small traders appreciate your custom."
"Lovely market, shops, street entertainers."
Cons:
"Felt ripped off by the guy in the sweet shop, Charged me £9.50 for a handful of sweets I could have got for £2 to £3 in my local town."
"The hot-dog stand is not the place to go; the staff is very aggressive and rude."
"Such a shame. Came here on a day out to London with my family... Nasty little man !!"
"The saleswoman is a horrible person who does not hesitate to yell at customers and kick them out for no good reason."
"Stopped to look at a stall selling photographs of the area manned by a 'gentleman'... Really not necessary to be like that especially towards a child who was being quite polite."
"That being said one trader selling coats, scarfs pashmina was so rude and awkward to potential customers most, including my wife, went to other stalls and bought."
"Food outlets are so expensive there not worth the price."
Accessibility and Safety
Pros:
"Cars aren’t allowed inside, so it’s a great place to meander around on foot."
"The Jubilee market is a bit less expensive than its Covent Garden neighbour."
"Great place to visit has a huge variety of goods on offer at reasonable prices."
"Also in cheaper and definitely I say affordable price range."
"They had a handicrafts fair where they had beautiful, fairly-priced, handmade items."
"On Mondays it’s a thriving antiques market, arrive early to get the best deals."
"From fresh produce to handmade crafts, vintage clothing to unique antiques, the market boasts an impressive assortment that caters to a wide range of interests and tastes."
Cons:
"Almost always is crowded so be aware and mind pickpockets."
"Locals warn of pickpockets in the area."
"You do have to be on your guard here - as the close confines are ideal for pickpockets."
"Warning to the tourists to keep a hold of your valuables as pickpockets like the crowded places."
"Also need to watch you personal belongings because of pick pockets."
"One of most important street markets in London. Almost always is crowded so be aware and mind pickpockets."