Brixton

The unofficial capital of London’s West Indian, Jamaican, and British-African communities, Brixton is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in London and is a hotbed of live music made famous by The Clash’s 1979 hit “The Guns of Brixton.” Just as the song highlights, Brixton is still known for its edge and its melting-pot mix of artists, musicians, and multicultural residents. The bars and pubs are uniquely “Brixton” in that they offer excellent music from roots and reggae to hip-hop and funk, as well as cheap beer and an exciting atmosphere that’s gritty and unpretentious. During the day, the street market on Electric Avenue sells some of the city’s best African and Caribbean foods, while various art galleries scattered around the neighborhood provide an interesting contrast to the graffiti-decorated community.