Shoreditch Travel
Shoreditch, London — the heart of East London's avant-garde trends and street culture. Brick Lane gathers curry houses and vintage shops, world-class street art murals adorn every corner, Boxpark container mall and Old Spitalfields Market showcase creative brands and street food, and the Sunday-only Columbia Road Flower Market bursts with colour and romance. A 1-day classic tour featuring graffiti street photography, vintage treasure hunting, bagel brunch and Thames-side nightlife.
Shoreditch One Day Classic Tour
Experience the fusion of East London street art and vintage trends, explore Brick Lane's curry houses and vintage shops, Shoreditch graffiti walls, Boxpark container mall and Old Spitalfields Market, add Columbia Road Flower Market on Sundays.
Arrive via Liverpool Street station or Shoreditch High Street Overground station. First head to Brick Lane — once home to Jewish immigrants and now a Bengali community, famous for its 24-hour Beigel Bake salt beef bagels, curry house row and vintage shopping. Cheshire Street off the lane has several vintage stores. Take a street art walk along Hanbury Street and Great Eastern Street — works by Banksy and other artists are scattered throughout, with walls updated seasonally, making it London's most vibrant street art district. At midday, enjoy international street food at Boxpark Shoreditch (the world's first pop-up container mall), then browse neighbouring Old Spitalfields Market for independent designer jewellery and handmade crafts. If visiting on a Sunday, start early at Columbia Road Flower Market to buy fresh flowers before heading back to Brick Lane. In the evening, sip cocktails at Hoxton Square or listen to live jazz at Nightjar, soaking up East London's never-sleep atmosphere.
- The Hoxton, Shoreditch — Boutique Design
- One Hundred Shoreditch — Modern Industrial Style
- citizenM London Shoreditch — Tech-Forward
- Beigel Bake 24h Salt Beef Bagel
- Dishoom Shoreditch — Indian Brunch
- Ozone Coffee Roasters — Specialty Coffee
- Best time for graffiti photos: 09:00-11:00
- On Sunday, visit the flower market first (9am) then Brick Lane
- Brick Lane gets very busy on weekends — keep belongings secure
Must-Try Foods in Shoreditch
Beigel Bake Salt Beef Bagel
A legendary 24-hour bagel shop at 159 Brick Lane. Their signature hot salt beef with pickled cucumber bagel costs around £5-£6. There's always a queue but it moves fast. Eating standing up is the authentic experience. Cash or contactless only — no cards accepted.
Dishoom Shoreditch — Indo-Persian Brunch
The East London branch retains a retro Iranian café vibe. The bacon naan roll and black dal soup are signature dishes. Weekend brunch queues can exceed 45 minutes. Average £15-£25 per person. Recommended to visit on weekdays or join the online waitlist in advance.
Ozone Coffee Roasters — New Zealand Specialty Coffee
A champion-level roaster from New Zealand. The Shoreditch branch features an open-plan roasting area. Flat whites and matcha scones receive excellent reviews. Brunch menu includes Mexican corn tortillas and eggs benedict. Average £12-£18 per person.
Brick Lane Curry Houses (e.g. Tayyabs nearby or Bengal Village)
Brick Lane is known as "Banglatown" — over a dozen Bengali curry houses line the street, specialising in tandoori chicken and chicken korma. Some offer takeaway deals. Average £10-£20 per person. Avoid touts on the street and choose well-reviewed establishments.
- Sunday: Columbia Road Flower Market + Brick Lane market at its liveliest
- Saturday: Brick Lane vintage market and graffiti walk also excellent
- Weekdays: Quieter for graffiti photography, ideal for gallery and coffee tours
- Beigel Bake Salt Beef Bagel
- Dishoom Bacon Naan Roll
- Boxpark International Street Food Platter
- Brick Lane Bengali Curry & Gulab Jamun
- Ozone / Shoreditch Grind Specialty Flat White
- Tickets: Graffiti/markets all free entry
- Dennis Severs' House (optional): £12-£15
- Accommodation: £80-£180/night (hostel dorm from £25)
- Dining: £25-£50/day (bagel snack + main meal + coffee)
- Transport: £8-£12 (Oyster card daily cap)
- Total: £60-£150/day
- When is Columbia Road Flower Market open? → Sunday only 08:00-15:00, go early
- Is there a fixed route for street art? → No, but Hanbury St/Rivington St/Cremer St have highest density
- Should I be careful with Brick Lane curry houses? → Avoid touts, choose well-reviewed places
- Does Boxpark charge admission? → Free entry, pay for what you consume