The V&A is the world’s largest museum of decorative art and design and holds 4.5 million objects. Henry Cole, the museum’s first director, printed the world’s first Christmas card in 1843.
Have a wander around Dean's Yard while in the area. Marvellous to see the back of the Abbey!
GREAT place for fresh food! Go there around lunch time, you will be more than satisfied after trying all the good stuff they sell here!
A truly excellent, old school bookstore. Worth it to see the interior alone. Also great selection of books about the UK.
Great for scoring unique gifts, or just have some tea at one of the cafes. Read more.
Don’t miss Harrods’ magical Christmas window display, featuring a steam train rolling its way through the windows with each carriage depicting a different scene. po.st/pOXejx Read more.
Love it! Visited while the Manolo shoes exhibition! To die for! Check pics for more and stay updated to what they have to show every month
Cardamom bun is excellent. Good tea. Stylish. Seating not especially comfortable.
If a Beatles fan then it's must visit. Conveniently located next to Sherlock Holmes' museum and Regent Park. Plethora of band themed products from t-shirts to cups to other memorabilia. Good prices
Once the home of the London Mod scene, Carnaby St. is steeped in London fashion history. Have a stroll down the smaller lanes like Kingly Court & Newburgh Quarter to find smaller, independent stores. Read more.
Hidden under the huge escalator that goes up through a model of the earth near the Exhibition Road entrance... a moon rock! From the moon!
Alfie’s is London’s largest indoor market for antiques, vintage, and 20th century design – a true treasure trove of treats. It boasts mid century modern furniture, vintage handbags and fine jewellery. Read more.
Go online 4 hours before and order books online to be picked up at arrival , will receive upto 15% discount
This shopping area is clearly for those who have plenty of money to spend. It's a great area to walk through if you want to admire the beautiful design of the shops.
