About Highbury & Islington
Highbury & Islington is a major north London interchange connecting the Victoria line with the London Overground, providing cross-London access without changing at central stations. The station is the closest Underground stop to Emirates Stadium - home of Arsenal Football Club - and sits at the heart of a neighbourhood known for independent shops, galleries and the annual Islington Arts Festival.
Lines Served
Traveller Tips
- 1Emirates Stadium is a 7-minute walk east - pre-book stadium tours in advance
- 2The Almeida Theatre (internationally renowned small theatre) is a 5-minute walk south
- 3Highbury Fields park is immediately east - a beautiful green space
- 4The Overground here connects directly to Dalston, Hackney and Whitechapel
Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible
✓Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Facilities
Shops
Info Desk
Nearby Attractions
Emirates Stadium (Arsenal FC)
Almeida Theatre
Highbury Fields
Canonbury Square
Islington Green
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Zone 2
Travel Zone
Est. 1904
Zone 2 Stations
Step-free access available