Guide to shopping in Camden

Cyberdog is the ultimate shopping destination for rave and festival fashion. The store entrance is flanked by two giant metallic cyborgs and inside you'll find low lights, pounding music, and dancers who get the vibe going. Shoppers will find distinctive styles for men, women, and children, as well as accessories including jewellery and hair dye.

Expansive Camden Market is a retail haven. There's a canalside street food section with a huge range of international cuisines, as well as a warren-like area of stores selling everything from home decor to alternative fashion and jewellery for piercings. This bustling market attracts locals and tourists and offers something for everyone.

A long-standing fixture of Camden Town, The British Boot Company was one of the first to sell Dr Martens in the UK in the 1950s. Located just next to the tube station, it's still a popular retailer of work boots and shoes. The store has top brands, exclusive, rare, and vintage designs, plus shoes and boots for kids.

Find the best in alternative music at All Ages Records. This independent store specialises in punk, metal, hardcore, and ska music, as well as gig tickets and merch like t-shirts, badges, patches, and books. Budding musicians can also check out the noticeboard advertising gig listings and local bands looking for members. 

Airsoft fans will find all the supplies they need at Alpha Guns. Added to that, this store has its own shooting range where children and adults can test their prowess. In the store you can shop for airsoft guns, parts, and accessories to find the right equipment for your needs. You'll need to book a slot in advance if you want to try out the shooting range.

Find records from the origins of rock 'n' roll up until today at Sounds That Swing. The shelves here are packed with music, including a varied collection of 45s for the vinyl devotees. Genres covered here, in addition to rock 'n' roll, including Northern Soul and rockabilly. CDs are in stock but vinyl is the main attraction.

Camden has a reputation as London's home of goth and punk culture and you can shop for exclusive fashion at Sai Sai. This Japanese brand specialises in alternative wear. Styles for women and men are sold here and shoppers will find a varied collection of clothing and accessories to complete the look.

It doesn't matter whether you're a professional musician or you're learning your first chords, you're made to feel welcome at Guitarguitar. London's largest guitar store sells instruments and accessories from top brands including Gibson, Yamaha, and Fender. It also has a room dedicated to acoustic guitars. The staff are musicians themselves and can help you find the right equipment.

If trainers are your thing then be sure to check out Offspring in Camden High Street. This specialist store has been around for decades and has an exclusive feel whilst offering footwear from top brands like Converse, Veja, Adidas, Diadora, and New Balance. Both women and men can find styles here, plus clothing and shoe care products.

Hunt for vintage fashion pieces at Rokit. This popular shop offers diverse clothing styles dating from the 1940s through to the 2000s. Styles are available for men and women from a vast range of different brands. You'll also find Rokit Originals, an exclusive range of re-worked pieces including jeans and corset tops.

Buy and sell music at Out on the Floor Records, the oldest record shop in the area. Open for over 30 years, you can buy and sell vinyl and explore records across the entire musical spectrum, with a particular emphasis on reggae, ska, rocksteady, and other Jamaican styles. The store has its own record label too. 

Award-winning shoe shop Tower London has long been a local favourite for footwear, with stores around the city. The style here is bold and modern with a distinctive yellow and black colour scheme. You'll find top brands like Dr Martens and Timberland, with designs for men, women, and kids. Accessories and shoe care products are sold too.

If you've got a creative streak you'll find all the materials you need at Ultimate Craft. This store sells arts, crafts, and haberdashery products from fabric and knitting needles and yarn to jewellery-making equipment and tools for painting, drawing, and printmaking. It's a busy and bustling shop with a wide selection of stock.

Eco-conscious shopping destination Camden Market Buck Street is housed in a number of colourful converted shipping containers. There are various street food vendors, many of them focusing on plant-based recipes. A variety of ethical retailers are also available here, offering vintage clothing, custom-painted shoes, organic skincare, and unique homeware and jewellery.

Modern food and lifestyle store Oseyo is a destination for fans of Korean culture and food. The bustling store is on-trend and forward-thinking. You can discover the vibrancy of Korea with the groceries, homewares, toys, electronics, and stationery sold here. Hot takeaway food is also available at the counter.

Fans of the ever-popular Moomin series will find fantastic gifts and treats inspired by their favourite characters at The Moomin Shop. Merchandise for all ages is in-stock including homeware, clothing and toys for children, books, gifts, and branded snacks. Many of the items here are imported from Finland, the home of the Moomins when they're not in Moonminland.

Visit Ferreira Delicatessen to shop for Portuguese ingredients and deli goods. The shelves and counter are packed with cheeses, cooking ingredients, seafood, wines, and other alcoholic drinks from Portugal. If you're hungry, the deli does a range of sweet treats to take away including pastel de nata, or you can try authentic salads and sandwiches custom-made to your preferences.

Established around 1900, Inverness Street Market is a long-time fixture of Camden Town. Until the 2010s it mainly dealt in fresh fruit and veg but today the focus is on clothing, gifts, and souvenirs. There are some street food vendors here too. Although the market is small, it attracts a bustling crowd of both tourists and locals.

One of London's most popular comic book stores is Mega City Comics, which has been on the scene since 1981. This welcoming shop stocks a broad array of classic comics and new releases. Hunt for something new or trade in your old unwanted comics. You can also set up subscriptions in the store.

At 4Feet in the bustling High Street you'll find shoe designs for men, women, and children. The store attracts a diverse crowd and offers top brands like Vans, Adidas, New Balance, and Converse. Sustainable footwear is also sold here – the shop stocks eco-conscious and distinctive styles by Buffalo.

Visit Vans Store to shop for footwear, clothing, and accessories from one of the UK's best-loved streetwear brands. Styles are on offer here for men, women, and children, from classic designs to the latest releases. The store is spacious and whilst many come for the shoes, you'll also find a choice of clothing and accessories like belts, beanies, bags, and sunglasses.