Islington Council

Visiting Islington

Bordering the City of London and just a short stroll from the West End is the sophisticated and fun borough of Islington. The borough offers a range of delights and presents an opportunity for visitors to discover a sense of the real London.

With a rich history and many famous associations, Islington boasts amazing architecture coupled with a vibrant and creative atmosphere. Period squares with famous past residents, the thriving Upper Street with an abundance of mouth watering eateries and not forgetting one of the top Premiership football teams, there are a variety of attractions to entice you away from the main London tourist trails.

The following pages offer information on things to do and places to stay in Islington. 

  

Things to Do			Places to Stay
Discover Islington and a taste of the real London while enjoying some of the superb activities on offer.			From the boutique hotel to the cheery hostel - Islington offers a selection of accommodation to suit most tastes and budgets.
Eating and Drinking			What's On in Islington?
Indulge in delights and flavours from around the world in Islington’s vast array of eating and drinking establishments.			An eclectic mix of festivals, dynamic dance productions and much more is on offer in Islington throughout the year.
Local History			Islington on Screen
With doomsday records dating back to the eleventh century, Islington has a rich and varied history just waiting for you to discover.			Islington has formed the set for a number of popular films. Walk in the footsteps of Hugh Grant, Sally Hawkins and many more.

Getting Here

Islington is a busy borough and a variety of parking restrictions apply. The best way to get here is by public transport. The Public Transport in Islington section provides information on travelling to the borough by public transport, and some tips if you do need to travel by car.