Ever since its foundation in the early 19th Century, Notting Hill has been associated with the alternative scene and artists. There are many dwellings and galleries accessible to the public in which you can get a taste of the left-of-center imaginings of cutting edge artists. Imagine the pop art stylings of Andy Warhol and you will get an idea of what to expect. Plenty of venues offer an evening of folk music that perfectly accents the surrounding art scene. Surrounding the area are large, Victorian houses that top off the sightseeing and make your cultural whirlwind of sightseeing complete. Continue reading →