5 Best Locations to Shop in London
Shopping in London can be a fantastic way to spend a day out, but as the capital of Britain is both huge and diverse, it can be difficult to know where to start. Well, worry not, as we’ve taken the time to bring you the top 5 locations to peruse when you are hoping to find any number of fashion finds, homewares and much, much more - so let’s get stuck in.
St James
While St James is a wonderful historic destination, it is actually one of the most diverse shopping locations across London. Not only are there high-end boutiques catering to everything from art to fashion, there are shopping arcades (including the world’s first, Burlington Arcade), large flagship stores and even fun for the whole family with names like the LEGO store and M&M’s World to bring the ultimate blend of variety.
Carnaby Street
Another London destination that combines history with a more modern shopping experience is Carnaby Street. While this great spot plays host to every kind of retail establishment you could hope for, it’s the flagship stores that really pull in the crowds. These include Pharrell Williams’ Billionaire Boys Club, the Rolling Stone’s RS No.9 Carnaby and even the first Adidas Originals and Puma stores in the UK.
Knightsbridge and Belgravia
No shopping spree would be complete without browsing the streets of Knightsbridge and Belgravia - and shopping in Belgravia is certainly for those looking for the most prestigious names in fashion that draw the attention and favour of fashionistas from around the globe.
Oxford Street
This famous shopping street is a must when shopping in London, no matter where you’re coming from. One of the biggest attractions to this destination is the ability to buy to suit your budget - for example, you can walk between the legendary department store Selfridges and one of the largest Primarks in the UK (as it’s the flagship, of course) so you really can dress to impress no matter the cash in your wallet.
Coal Drops Yard
Are you used to shopping in London and looking for a fresh experience to reinvigorate your passion? The good news is that you won’t have to go far. Coal Drops Yard in King's Cross may not bring images of high-end retail establishments to mind, but it is now one of the most sought-after destinations for concept stores and indie brands around.
London has something for everyone
There is no better place to splash some cash and get some retail therapy in than London. With such an eclectic mix of destinations and shops to be found, not only will you be likely to find what you are looking for; the chances are you’ll find much, much more than you initially expected in tiny boutiques, well-established markets and huge, sprawling department stores that prioritise everything from sustainable goods to up-and-coming brands and industry giants you know and love. The great news is that your shopping endeavours will often have fantastic backdrops and be surrounded by any number of great eateries, so you can really make a day of it.
