Shopping in London, Oxford Street, Regent Street : VisitBritain

London shopping itinerary

Oxford Street - Regent Street - Carnaby Street - New Bond Street - Jermyn Street - King's Road - Knightsbridge - Notting Hill

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Journey Time:
2 Days
Distance:
Within walking distance
Airport:
Heathrow/Gatwick/
Luton/Stansted

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

No doubt one of the worlds best shopping destinations, London has it all - from famous department stores and international labels, to local designer boutiques and High Street chain stores. Shopping in London is one pleasure you should not miss, even window-shopping is a feast for the eyes.

Day 1: Oxford Street - Regent Street - Carnaby Street - New Bond Street - Jermyn Street

It's a short journey on foot or by underground to all destinations.

Oxford Street

Oxford Street is a hub of activity, featuring over 300 stores that mostly include international chain stores. Oxford Street is also home to many department stores, none more famous than Selfridges, plus a large selection of bars, restaurants and cafes.

Must see and do:

Selfridges (www.selfridges.com/) | John Lewis (www.johnlewis.com/Default.aspx) | Topshop (www.topshop.co.uk/) | Niketown (www.nike.com) | All shops on Oxford Street (www.streetsensation.co.uk/oxford/os_intro.htm)

Regent Street

Regent Street (www.regentstreetonline.com) offers well-priced High Street stores, including shopping institution Liberty and the largest toyshop in the world, Hamleys. Visit the many roads leading off Regent Street where you will discover endless restaurants, bars and a selection of trendy boutiques.

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Carnaby Street

Behind Liberty’s you’ll find quirky shopping at its best, Carnaby Street is ideal for anyone wanting something a little alternative or simply, right now fashion. Browse huge concept stores, one off boutiques and second hand stores selling the latest street wear, plus an extensive array of shoe stores.

Must see and do:

Buffy's Beads (www.buffysbeads.com) | Muji (www.mujionline.co.uk) | Playlounge (www.playlounge.co.uk) | All shops on Carnaby Street (www.streetsensation.co.uk/carnaby/cs_intro.htm)

New Bond Street

For those wanting exclusive brands - New Bond Street is for you. Pass celebrities and enjoy the best designer shopping in London. In addition to smart boutiques, you’ll find the exclusive Fenwick department store. Also, a great street for window-shopping for those on a tighter budget…

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Jermyn Street

Jermyn Street was historically known as the gentlemen’s shopping strip, with bespoke suit and shirt stores catering to the well healed man about town. In recent years new and excited stores have opened, including uni-sex shirt stores and the Paxton and Whitfield cheese shop plus much more.

Must see and do:

Paxton & Whitfield (www.paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk) | Piccadilly Arcade (www.piccadilly-arcade.com) | Fortnum & Mason (www.fortnumandmason.com) | Beretta Gallery (www.berettagallery.com) | Hilditch & Key (www.hilditchandkey.co.uk/shop/index.htm) | All shops on Jermyn Street (www.streetsensation.co.uk/stjames/jer_nth1.htm)

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