London certainly has many enjoyable shopping opportunities! But how do you enjoy them best if you’ve got very little time?
Assuming you’ve only got a few precious days to spend in London: isn’t it sensible to visit the city’s famous department stores, to find everything in one place?
Here’s a summary of London’s famous department stores:
Harrods
Everybody knows Harrods! It’s like being a kid in a toyshop where you can happily lose yourself for many hours. The Food Hall is a special favourite – you can taste a proper Italian “gelato” if you deserve a proper treat. Although Harrods can be pricey it’s a bundle of fun, even just for window-shopping!
Liberty
Liberty became famous for dressmaking but is actually a general department store. It is not all that well-organised as a store but that is actually part of its charm. The homewares department is super. The store is in central London right off Regent Street.
Selfridges
Selfridges is perfect for the image-conscious and those who like lots of designer brands in a single place. The Selfridges Oxford Street window displays are a real highlight too. Selfridges is famous for its events and exhibitions each season. Keep an eye out as well for the famous Selfridges sales.
Harvey Nichols
This store is a favourite haunt of London’s upscale “Sloane Rangers” or “ladies who lunch”…you might catch sight of them with their fancy accessories in the Cafe on the 5th Floor! Harvey Nichols has almost 130 years of history. It is especially highly-regarded for beauty items and accessories.
Fortnum & Mason
One of the top stores in London for souvenirs, especially food treats like teas (hundreds of varieties), chocolate and classic English preserves. Sample some mouthwatering temptations (including traditional breakfasts) inside the store’s restaurants. Fortnum & Mason is famous for its amazing hampers: you can take one with you to one of the great Royal Parks!
That completes this round-up of London’s best stores. Happy shopping and be sure to check out London Hotels Insight for more great insider tips.
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