
London, England
We’ve walked the streets and squeezed into the corners that make London feel unforgettable. This list is our pick of the spots we’d tell a friend to check out: restaurants, bars, cafés, shopping spots, museums and so much more. It’s the London you deserve.
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Restaurants

Bancone Golden Square
England · Bancone Golden Square · 8-10 Lower James St, London W1F 9EL, UK

Sune Restaurant
England · Sune Restaurant · 129A Pritchard's Rd, London E2 9AP, United Kingdom

Campania
Campania · 23 Ezra St, London E2 7RH, United Kingdom

Casa do Frango Shoreditch
England · Casa do Frango Shoreditch · 2 King John Ct, London EC2A 3EZ, United Kingdom
Casual eatery offering Portuguese sharing plates & mains with a twist, plus wine & outdoor seating.

Bistrotheque
England · Bistrotheque · 23-27 Wadeson St, London E2 9DR, United Kingdom

Circolo Popolare
England · Circolo Popolare · 40-41 Rathbone Pl, London W1T 1HX, UK
Glam, atmospheric eatery, opulently decorated with 20,000 bottles, serving trattoria fare & drinks.

Ottolenghi Spitalfields
England · Ottolenghi Spitalfields · 50 Artillery Ln, London E1 7LJ, UK
Serene destination with a chic vibe offering a creative menu of Mediterranean dishes.

STRAKER'S
England · STRAKER'S · 91 Golborne Rd, London W10 5NL, UK

COYA Mayfair
England · COYA Mayfair · 118 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NW, UK
Upmarket venue with 3 open kitchens, serving Peruvian sharing plates, char-grill dishes and ceviche.

The Foyer & Reading Room
England · The Foyer & Reading Room · Claridge's, Brook St, London W1K 4HR, UK

The Dreamery
England · The Dreamery · 20a Halliford St, London N1 3HD, UK

Zephyr Notting Hill
England · Zephyr Notting Hill · 100 Portobello Rd, London W11 2QD, UK

Wild Tavern
England · Wild Tavern · 2 Elystan St, London SW3 3NS, UK
Upscale tavern with open fire dishing out Italian-inspired feasting plates and serious wines.

St. JOHN Restaurant
Barbican · St. JOHN Restaurant · 26 St John St, Barbican, London EC1M 4AY, UK
Whitewashed ex-smokehouse where Fergus Henderson pioneered the resurgent interest in offal dishes.

Nina
England · Nina · 18 Thayer St, London W1U 3JY, UK

STRAKER'S
England · STRAKER'S · 91 Golborne Rd, London W10 5NL, UK

manteca
England · manteca · 49-51 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3PT, UK
Fire-cooked nose-to-tail cuts of meat meet hand-rolled pasta in this simple, Italian-inspired diner.

Dishoom Shoreditch
England · Dishoom Shoreditch · 7 Boundary St, London E2 7JE, UK
Buzzy destination for Indian street food in Bombay-style digs with vintage decor & upscale touches.
Bars & Nightlife

80-20 Wines - Shop
England · 80-20 Wines - Shop · 49 Kay St, London E2 8QB, United Kingdom

Goodbye Horses
England · Goodbye Horses · 21 Halliford St, London N1 3HB, United Kingdom

Owl & Pussycat
England · Owl & Pussycat · 34 Redchurch St, London E2 7DP, United Kingdom
Bustling traditional venue with a small outside terrace, pub games and an upstairs dining room.

Marksman
England · Marksman · 254 Hackney Rd, London E2 7SB, United Kingdom

The Walmer Castle
England · The Walmer Castle · Walmer Castle, 58 Ledbury Rd, London W11 2AJ, UK
Refined restaurant, whisky & cocktail bar with a contemporary Scottish-inspired menu.

Fitz's Russell Sq.
England · Fitz's Russell Sq. · Russell Sq, London WC1B 5BE, UK
Chic bar at a posh hotel including stained glass windows & plush décor with a contemporary twist.

Oranj
England · Oranj · Oranj, 14 Bacon St, London E1 6LF, UK

Oriole
England · Oriole · 7-9 Slingsby Pl, London WC2E 9AB, UK
Subterranean cocktail bar with explorer-style decor and live music, for cocktails and rare spirits.

Sky Pod Bar
City of London · Sky Pod Bar · 1, Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF, UK
Dramatic city views greet visitors to this upscale cafe & nightspot on the rooftop of Sky Garden.

The Blind Pig at Sael London
England · The Blind Pig at Sael London · 1 St James's Mkt, London SW1Y 4QQ, UK

Nightjar Shoreditch
England · Nightjar Shoreditch · 129 City Rd, London EC1V 1JB, UK
Speakeasy-style subterranean bar with live jazz and blues, for cocktails and rare spirits.

Artesian
England · Artesian · 1C Portland Pl, London W1B 1JA, UK
Sophisticated hotel cocktail bar decorated in a modern oriental style, with a signature punch drink.
Coffee

Origin Coffee (Charlotte Road)
England · Origin Coffee (Charlotte Road) · 65 Charlotte Rd, London EC2A 3PE, United Kingdom

Jolene Redchurch Street
England · Jolene Redchurch Street · 67 Redchurch St, London E2 7DJ, United Kingdom

E5 Bakehouse
England · E5 Bakehouse · 396 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3PH, United Kingdom

Violet Cakes
England · Violet Cakes · 47 Wilton Way, London E8 3ED, United Kingdom

Omotesando Koffee
England · Omotesando Koffee · 8 Newman St, London W1T 1FB, UK
Boutique coffee chain across SouthEast Asia, light wood interior details, & Japanese-style design.

Route Haggerston
England · Route Haggerston · Unit Y, Reliance Wharf, 2-10 Hertford Rd, London N1 5ET, UK
Trendy bistro for Mediterranean & Middle Eastern cuisines, featuring a terrace with canal views.

WatchHouse Marylebone
England · WatchHouse Marylebone · 32-34 New Cavendish St, London W1G 8UE, UK

The Breakfast Club Soho
England · The Breakfast Club Soho · 33 D'Arblay St, London W1F 8EU, UK
English and American breakfasts, plus comfort foods and burgers in cheerful, quirky surrounds.

Riba Cafe
England · Riba Cafe · 66 Portland Pl, London W1B 1AD, UK

Buns From Home
Carnaby · Buns From Home · 63 Broadwick St, Carnaby, London W1F 9QS, UK

The Monocle Café
England · The Monocle Café · 18 Chiltern St, London W1U 7QA, UK
Light, compact, hipster coffee-house serving sandwiches, global snacks/meals and elegant patisserie.

Cafe Kick
England · Cafe Kick · 43 Exmouth Market, London EC1R 4QL, UK
Cafe/bar with table football tables and TV sport, decorated with colourful flags and memorabilia.

BRAT Restaurant
England · BRAT Restaurant · 4 Redchurch St, London E1 6JL, UK
There’s strong Basque influences on the menu of this rustic Spanish spot with open wood fire grill.

ARVO Cafe - Primrose Hill
England · ARVO Cafe - Primrose Hill · 57 Regent's Park Rd, London NW1 8XD, UK

Half Cup.
England · Half Cup. · 100-102 Judd St, London WC1H 9NT, UK
Independent cafe with pendant lights and murals, for gourmet coffees, breakfasts and light meals.

Milk London
England · Milk London · 18-20 Bedford Hill, London SW12 9RG, UK
Daytime cafe with artisan speciality coffees and innovative cuisine at breakfast and lunch.

Attendant Coffee Roasters | Fitzrovia
England · Attendant Coffee Roasters | Fitzrovia · 27A Foley St, London W1W 6DY, UK
Tiny, quirky coffee bar in restored Victorian public convenience, serving breakfast and light lunch.

sketch
England · sketch · 9 Conduit St, London W1S 2XG, UK
Destination featuring several stylish dining & cocktail spaces, plus DJ nights & everchanging artwork.

Monmouth Coffee Company
England · Monmouth Coffee Company · 27 Monmouth St, London WC2H 9EU, UK
Fair-trade coffee & gourmet treats in the cafe & whole or freshly ground beans bagged to take home.
Shopping spots

VOUT
England · VOUT · 95 Columbia Rd, London E2 7RG, UK

Gentle Monster London Selfridges
England · Gentle Monster London Selfridges · Selfridges, 400 Oxford St, London W1A 1AB, UK

World of Echo
England · World of Echo · 46 Cheshire St, London E2 6EH, UK

Earl of East
England · Earl of East · 33 Redchurch St, London E2 7JB, UK

Maison Assouline
England · Maison Assouline · 196A Piccadilly, London W1J 9EY, UK

Aimé Leon Dore
England · Aimé Leon Dore · 32 Broadwick St, London W1F 8JB, UK

Vival Studios
England · Vival Studios · 128 Hackney Rd, London E2 8HF, UK

CRABI
England · CRABI · 20 Cheshire St, London E2 6EH, UK

MSSY Vintage
England · MSSY Vintage · 53 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E1 6LA, UK

Peachy Den
England · Peachy Den · 7 Dray Walk, London E1 6QL, UK
Hotels

One Hundred Shoreditch
England · One Hundred Shoreditch · 100 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JQ, UK

The Savoy Hotel
England · The Savoy Hotel · Strand, London WC2R 0EZ, UK
Landmark 19th-century hotel with luxe rooms & suites, plus a Gordon Ramsay restaurant & a spa.

Rosewood London
England · Rosewood London · 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN, UK
Stylish rooms and suites in an upscale lodging offering fine dining, a luxe spa and a whiskey bar.

NoMad London
England · NoMad London · 28 Bow St, London WC2E 7AW, UK
High-end hotel in a former courthouse with a swanky restaurant, a cool bar & a library-style lounge.

The Chelsea Townhouse
England · The Chelsea Townhouse · 26 Cadogan Gardens, London SW3 2RP, UK
Stylish rooms in a longstanding hotel featuring access to a gym, bar & eatery at a sister property.

Broadwick Soho
England · Broadwick Soho · 20 Broadwick St, London W1F 8HT, UK

The Ned London
England · The Ned London · 27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ, UK
Edwardian-inspired rooms in a 1920s Lutyens-designed building with a spa, a pool and 9 restaurants.
Museums

White Cube
England · White Cube · 144-152, Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ, UK
Groundbreaking gallery in a renovated 1970s building, with a program of international artists.

Saatchi Gallery
England · Saatchi Gallery · Duke of York's HQ, King's Rd, London SW3 4RY, UK
Up-and-coming and established contemporary art exhibited in 19th-century Duke of York headquarters.

Science Museum
South Kensington · Science Museum · Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD, UK
A vast treasury of science & invention, famous for its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits.

Natural History Museum
South Kensington · Natural History Museum · Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK
Landmark museum of animals and natural phenomena, with hands-on exhibits and animatronic dinosaurs.

Victoria and Albert Museum
England · Victoria and Albert Museum · Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL, UK
Blockbuster exhibitions and permanent decorative arts collection, with design shop and ornate cafe.

Tate Modern
England · Tate Modern · Bankside, London SE1 9TG, UK
Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.

The British Museum
England · The British Museum · Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, UK
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
Top Sights

Broadway Market
England · Broadway Market · Broadway Market, London E8, UK

Chinatown
Chinatown · Chinatown · Chinatown, London W1D 5QA, UK
Nestled in the heart of London, Chinatown is a vibrant and bustling enclave that offers a sensory feast of sights, sounds, and smells. This iconic district is renowned for its authentic Chinese restaurants, traditional shops selling everything from herbal remedies to silk fabrics, and ornate architecture adorned with vibrant red lanterns and intricate carvings. The air is thick with the aroma of delicious cuisine, creating an immersive cultural experience that transports visitors to the Far East. Chinatown is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a taste of Chinese culture in the heart of London.

Palace of Westminster
England · Palace of Westminster · London SW1A 0AA, UK
Neo-Gothic masterpiece & seat of the UK government. Guided tours on Saturdays & in the summer.

Tower Bridge
Greater London · Tower Bridge · Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP, UK
Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.

Piccadilly Circus
England · Piccadilly Circus · Piccadilly Circus, London, UK
Buzzing Theatre-district square with giant neon signs & the 19th-c. Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain.

Westminster Abbey
England · Westminster Abbey · Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA, UK
Protestant abbey hosting daily services and every English and British coronation since 1066.

Somerset House
England · Somerset House · Strand, London WC2R 1LA, UK
Neoclassical riverside palace hosting courtyard events, a winter ice rink and the Courtauld Gallery.

The View from The Shard
England · The View from The Shard · 32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG, UK
Panoramic views of up to 40 miles with a good visibility guarantee (or you visit again for free).

The London Dungeon
England · The London Dungeon · Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, UK
Costumed actors & themed fairground rides depicting macabre stories from London's past.

Royal Albert Hall
South Kensington · Royal Albert Hall · Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP, UK
One of Britain's great Victorian splendours, most famous for the Proms classical music festival.

Camden Town
Camden Town · Camden Town · Camden Town, London, UK

Buckingham Palace
England · Buckingham Palace · London SW1A 1AA, UK
Visitors can tour the palace's opulent private and state rooms or watch the changing of the guard.

Tower of London
England · Tower of London · London EC3N 4AB, UK
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.

Borough Market
England · Borough Market · London SE1 9AL, UK
Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.

St. Paul's Cathedral
City of London · St. Paul's Cathedral · St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, UK
17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
Parks

Kyoto Garden
England · Kyoto Garden · Holland Park, Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UA, UK
Garden with colourful plants, shrubs and water features, created by eminent Japanese designer.

Victoria Park
England · Victoria Park · Grove Rd., London E3 5TB, UK
Lakes and fountains in 86 hectares of Victorian greenery in the heart of East London.

Greenwich Park
England · Greenwich Park · London SE10 8QY, UK
Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.

Regent's Park
England · Regent's Park · Regent's Park, London NW1, UK

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
England · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · Richmond, UK
Trees & flowers from around the globe in vast gardens with huge greenhouses & a treetop walkway.

Hampstead Heath
England · Hampstead Heath · London, UK
Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.

Hyde Park
England · Hyde Park · London, UK
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.













