Venturing outside of the NYU London Campus

So, although the NYU campus is located in an amazing neighborhood in the city of London (right near Russell Square – beautiful!), it is very important to go see the other (just as awesome) neighborhoods in London! Here are some that I have gone to, or want to go to!

1.    Notting Hill – been to this one. Definitely check it out! Beautiful residential neighborhood, but if you go on Saturday, you can go to the Portobello Market!

2. Shoreditch – have been meaning to make it here! I hear it’s a very young, artistic neighborhood with great bars, clubs, and art galleries. (I hear Old Street and Curtain Road are especially fun)

3. Soho – really cool, hip area. Much like the Soho in New York! Greek and Brewer street have amazing boutiques, and there are tons of restaurants and bars. While you’re there, you can also check out a performance at the Soho Theatre!

Soho, London

4.   Camden – Haven’t been to Camden yet, but this is where you want to go to see a band play (you’ll probably go to Electric Ballroom or Underworld) but the Camden markets are also supposed to be amazing on the weekends!

Camden, London

5. Covent Garden – SUCH a cool hip neighborhood located only 20 minutes walk away from campus! Covent Garden houses “Neal’s Yard” which is a fun quirky square painted neon colors. There are tons of yoga studios, restaurants, and amazing shopping here.

Neal's Yard in Covent Garden, London

6. Brick Lane – home to the Brick Lane markets and tons of amazing vintage shops.

7. Brighton - Because, who the hell doesn't love a beach day? Haven't been yet, but I would love to see Brighton Beach before leaving London.