London area of Islington guide
What to do and where to stay in London's Islington neighbourhood
Islington mixes elegant Georgian squares inhabited by London's liberal elite with some rough-and-ready bits. This vibrant borough has a thriving fringe theatre scene and a bustling nightlife, centred on the clubs, bars and restaurants of Upper Street, and, if you're planning on partying, the hotels here are a good option. The specialist shops and boutiques in the renowned Camden Passage Antiques Gallery and the surrounding area are an excellent place to buy antiques and bric-a-brac. The area is also home to Arsenal, one of London's biggest football clubs, and The King's Head Theatre, the first and best of London's theatre pubs. Nestled between Essex Road and Upper Street, Canonbury boasts the delightful New River walk, while just south of Angel you'll find a very pretty stretch of the canal.
See our recommended nearby Islington Hotels, Events, Entertainment, Sights and Attractions, Shopping, Restaurants, Pubs, Nightlife, Leisure, Education, and Meeting Venues.
Islington Hotels
in or near Islington
Hilton Islington
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
53 Upper Street, N10UY
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
53 Upper Street, N10UY
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ... More
Thistle City Barbican Hotel
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel
Central Street, EC1V
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ... More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel
Central Street, EC1V
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ... More
Holiday Inn London Kings Cross - Bloomsbury
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X
Halfway between the City and the west End, the Bloomsbury area is an oasis of calm in the very heart of the capital. It's a lovely ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X
Halfway between the City and the west End, the Bloomsbury area is an oasis of calm in the very heart of the capital. It's a lovely ... More
Islington Events
in or near Islington
Gerardo Nunez with guest Carmen Cortes
London > Events > Concerts
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Leading Flamenco guitarist Gerardo Nunez is known for his incredible speed and his cross-cultural collaborations. His performances are inspired by both traditional and nuevo flamenco and ... More
London > Events > Concerts
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Leading Flamenco guitarist Gerardo Nunez is known for his incredible speed and his cross-cultural collaborations. His performances are inspired by both traditional and nuevo flamenco and ... More
Sarah Strang: Movement In Sleep
London > Events > Exhibitions
Union Chapel, Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, Islington, London N1
A site-specific installation by the Chapel's inaugural artist-in-residence, made from used blankets donated by homeless people in exchange for fresh sheets.... More
London > Events > Exhibitions
Union Chapel, Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, Islington, London N1
A site-specific installation by the Chapel's inaugural artist-in-residence, made from used blankets donated by homeless people in exchange for fresh sheets.... More
Islington Entertainment
in or near Islington
The Screen on the Green
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
83 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
One of the most striking cinema facades in the city (especially at night when it's all illuminated in startling red and white), the dinky Screen on ... More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
83 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
One of the most striking cinema facades in the city (especially at night when it's all illuminated in startling red and white), the dinky Screen on ... More
The King's Head
London > Entertainment > Theatres
115 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
London's original pub theatre is located in the back room at the The King's Head. It was founded in 1970 by the pub's owner, Dan Crawford, ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
115 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
London's original pub theatre is located in the back room at the The King's Head. It was founded in 1970 by the pub's owner, Dan Crawford, ... More
The Little Angel Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1
The Little Angel Theatre was founded by John Wright in 1961 in a derelict temperance hall in Islington. Every type of puppet is used, and themes, ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1
The Little Angel Theatre was founded by John Wright in 1961 in a derelict temperance hall in Islington. Every type of puppet is used, and themes, ... More
Islington Sights and Attractions
The best museums, galleries, attractions in or near Islington
The Little Angel Theatre
London > Attractions > Activities for Kids
14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1
This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual theatre ... More
London > Attractions > Activities for Kids
14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1
This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual theatre ... More
Victoria Miro
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
16 Wharf Road, Islington, London N1
The Victoria Miro originally opened in Cork Street in London, W1, in 1985. The gallery moved to its present location in 16 Wharf Road, Islington, in ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
16 Wharf Road, Islington, London N1
The Victoria Miro originally opened in Cork Street in London, W1, in 1985. The gallery moved to its present location in 16 Wharf Road, Islington, in ... More
Sadler's Wells
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ... More
Islington Shopping
The best shops and markets in or near London's Islington
Islington Restaurants
What are the best dining options in or near Islington London?
Afghan Kitchen
London > Restaurants > Middle Eastern restaurants
35 Islington Green, Islington, London N1
Angel is full of exotic eateries, many of them ridiculously overpriced, and so Afghan Kitchen comes as a spice-infused gust of fresh air. 'Kitchen' is indeed ... More
London > Restaurants > Middle Eastern restaurants
35 Islington Green, Islington, London N1
Angel is full of exotic eateries, many of them ridiculously overpriced, and so Afghan Kitchen comes as a spice-infused gust of fresh air. 'Kitchen' is indeed ... More
Kipferl
London > Restaurants > 20 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
One of the few restaurants in the city offering authentic Austrian cuisine, Kipferl in Islington's cute Camden Passage may look like a cake shop - Kipferl ... More
London > Restaurants > 20 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
One of the few restaurants in the city offering authentic Austrian cuisine, Kipferl in Islington's cute Camden Passage may look like a cake shop - Kipferl ... More
Frederick's
London > Restaurants > International restaurants
106 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
An Islington institution, Frederick's is a family-run restaurant with a metropolitan feel serving up modern European cuisine to the area's well-heeled diners. Located besides the antique ... More
London > Restaurants > International restaurants
106 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
An Islington institution, Frederick's is a family-run restaurant with a metropolitan feel serving up modern European cuisine to the area's well-heeled diners. Located besides the antique ... More
Islington Pubs
The best pubs in or near London Islington.
Duke of Cambridge
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
30 St Peter's Street, Islington, London N1
This pioneering organic pub has done a good job of going gastro without losing the atmosphere of a proper boozer. In part, this is due to ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
30 St Peter's Street, Islington, London N1
This pioneering organic pub has done a good job of going gastro without losing the atmosphere of a proper boozer. In part, this is due to ... More
Islington Nightlife
Islington clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Islington Leisure
Islington gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
Ki Mantra Urban Life Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
5 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
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London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
5 Camden Passage, Islington, London N1
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Thames River Adventures
London > Leisure > River Thames & Regents Canal, Islington, London N1
Danny Gillard and his team at Thames River Adventures offer kayak tours of the river Thames and London's canals. Early risers can see the city before ... More
London > Leisure > River Thames & Regents Canal, Islington, London N1
Danny Gillard and his team at Thames River Adventures offer kayak tours of the river Thames and London's canals. Early risers can see the city before ... More
Islington Education
in or near Islington
The Make Lounge
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ... More
William Tyndale School
London > Education > Upper Street, Islington, London N1
Islington primary school.... More
London > Education > Upper Street, Islington, London N1
Islington primary school.... More
City Academy
London > Education > Arts and Drama
35 Britannia Row, Islington, London N1
City Academy is a performing arts schools which runs evening and weekend dancing, singing, acting and modelling classes with top professionals from theatre, film, television and ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
35 Britannia Row, Islington, London N1
City Academy is a performing arts schools which runs evening and weekend dancing, singing, acting and modelling classes with top professionals from theatre, film, television and ... More
Islington Meeting Venues
Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course in or near Islington.
Business Design Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
Exhibitors love this venue and it's easy to see why. The Business Design Centre in Islington is in a great location just one mile from The ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1
Exhibitors love this venue and it's easy to see why. The Business Design Centre in Islington is in a great location just one mile from The ... More
Little Angel Theatre
London > Business > Venue Hire
14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ... More
Sadler's Wells
London > Business > Venue Hire
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Can accomodate for up to 2070 people.... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London EC1R
Can accomodate for up to 2070 people.... More
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