Department stores
Shopping can be a fun way to spend a day and when you visit a department store you can get everything you need under one roof. Even though online shopping is growing in popularity, there are still a number of fantastic department stores in London that are ideal for some retail therapy or just a litt...
Updated 2 Jul 2025
Shopping
London might be full of world-famous landmarks, but it's also one of the best cities on the planet for shopping. From the historic grandeur of department stores like Liberty and Selfridges to the indie boutiques of Shoreditch and the vintage markets of Notting Hill, there's something for every style...
Updated 13 Oct 2025
Bookshops
Even in this day and age – or perhaps even more so – there’s nothing quite like curling up in a comfy chair with your favourite book. Our guide to the best bookshops in London will guide you to the stores where that spirit is still alive, where getting lost among stacks of dusty tomes is part of the...
Updated 1 Oct 2025
Vintage shops
If you’re looking for the very best second-hand and vintage shops in London, then you’ve come to the right place. Shopping sustainably in London is a breeze when there are so many vintage and second-hand shops scattered all over the city. From high-end and handmade pieces to warehouses filled with b...
Updated 15 Aug 2024