Upper Street and the surrounding roads offer an endless mix of trendy brunch spots, independent cafes, and gastropubs. You can enjoy local favorites like The Breakfast Club for morning pancakes or historic neighborhood pubs like The Old Queen's Head.

The area immediately surrounding Angel station is one of the busiest parts of Islington, and is perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.

Enjoy a scenic walk or run on Regent's Canal Towpath which leads to Kings Cross on one end and a series of local parks if you journey in the opposite direction.

You can visit a intimate puppet theatre puts on magical shows and craft workshops specifically tailored for young children at The Little Angel Theatre, and daily family-friendly treats like artisan ice cream at Udderlicious on Upper Street.

Hot spots include Angel Comedy at The Camden Head which offers free, highly rated stand-up comedy seven nights a week, and films at the historic Everyman Screen on the Green on Upper Street, featuring comfortable sofas and a fully licensed bar.

Located in Zone 1, Angel Underground Station sits on the Northern Line and gets you to King's Cross St Pancras in just 2 minutes and Bank in 6 minutes. Countless central bus routes also run right through the area, making it an effortless base for exploring the rest of the city.