Billingsgate Market

Probably the most famous fish market in the whole of Europe!

Billingsgate Market in Canary Wharf

Summary

🍅 The sauce: Billingsgate Market is the UK’s largest inland fish market, and it’s been serving up the freshest seafood since the 16th century. With over 40 stalls offering a vast variety of fish and seafood, this market is a haven for chefs, foodies, and anyone who loves a good catch of the day. Expect to find everything from salmon to squid, and maybe even a few things you’ve never tried before.

Market is well known for cheap seafood prices, especially for frozen seafood ! (quite cheap indeed)

🚇 Public Transport: 0.2 miles away from Blackwall DLR and 0.3 miles from Canary Wharf station

💰 Price: Free entry, but products come at a price.

🕙 Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00 AM to 8:30 AM

⭐️ Reviews: 4.5 from 1,293 users (source: Google reviews)

📍 Nearby Attractions:

  • Canary Wharf: Perfect for a walk and shopping

  • Market Halls Cargo: Food market in Canary Wharf

  • Cross Rail Place: A urban garden on located on the 4th floor of Cross Rail Place

What we think: Billingsgate Market is more than just a place to buy fish; it's a slice of London’s culinary history. Whether you’re a professional chef or just a seafood enthusiast, this market offers an authentic experience that’s hard to beat. The early hours are a small price to pay for the quality and variety of seafood.