How to spend a day in Mayfair

Popina is an award-winning café that serves breakfast all day. The venue is crisp and contemporary with a light atmosphere. For breakfast you can try simple eggs on toast, shakshuka, Turkish eggs, or a full English breakfast. For something lighter, there's granola and porridge or you can try one of several French toast varieties.

If you're craving a luxury breakfast then check out The Foyer and Reading Room at Claridges. This opulent space has a classic look with Art Deco mirrors and towering floral arrangements, plus a striking Chihuly sculpture. Sweet and savoury breakfast dishes are served ranging from pastries and pancakes to omelettes and traditional fry-ups.

The Wolseley in Piccadilly is a classic dining destination, bringing the European grand café tradition to London. Food is served all day in a refined and timeless environment. It's a popular choice for breakfast with light options like pastries, granola, and fruit, as well as cooked breakfasts like omelettes, a fry-up, and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs.

It's lovely enough to simply stroll down Savile Row, but even better when you dip into Dege & Skinner – one of the last traditional bespoke tailors on the street. Browse their range of elegant suits, overcoats and accessories. Everything is cut, stitched, and finished in-house at No.10 by skilled artisans, some of whom spend up to 80 hours on a single item.

You can't go shopping in Mayfair without checking out the Royal Arcade. Built in 1879, it's London's oldest purpose-built shopping arcade and is full of timeless charm. As you walk through you'll see original Victorian features as well as luxury boutiques from high-end retailers. Shop here for footwear, jewellery, antiques, modern art, and confectionary. 

Foodies can shop at Fortnum & Mason. This department store is bursting with high-end gourmet treats as well as bars and eateries, but you can also shop for tableware, stationery, and pet products. The store is also home to an experiential food hub with cookware, bespoke hampers, books, demonstrations, and its own gin distillery.

Scott's is an A-list dining destination for seafood. The restaurant oozes luxury in both the setting and the menu. There are light dishes like sashimi on the menu that are fab for lunch or you can go for all-out indulgence with oysters, caviar, lobster, and champagne. Veggie and vegan dishes are available too.

Fine dining restaurant Apricity is committed to sustainability, with even the restaurant itself featuring reused and upcycled materials. The menu is all about British produce and minimising waste. A set lunch menu is on offer with choices like trout paté, ox tongue salad, and roasted cauliflower, which you can enjoy with a zero-waste cocktail or low-intervention wine.

Have a Michelin-starred lunch at Gymkhana. Evoking the elite members' clubs of colonial India, it's a luxurious place serving northern Indian cuisine, with several elegant dining spaces. A lunch menu with multiple courses is available, with dishes like Goan prawn curry and mutter paneer. Wine, punch, and signature cocktails are served.

Relax in the heart of London at May Fair Spa. This calming space offers rejuvenating spa experiences and has a range of facilities including heated beds, a steam room and sauna, and an ice fountain. Bespoke treatments and packages are also available, with services like wraps, massages, and facials.

At Handel Hendrix House you'll find a unique museum encompassing the former homes of Handel and Jimi Hendrix. Discover more about their lives, works, and activities whilst living in London. The museum also puts on a weekly programme of events, talks, activities, and musical performances, including activities that are family-friendly.

The Royal Academy of Arts is one of the most famous art museums in the country. You can see blockbuster shows by a diverse range of contemporary and historical artists including Tracey Emin, Picasso, and Michael Armitage. The annual Summer Exhibition is always a big event on the London art calendar.

Full of glamour and 1930s style, Manetta's Bar is a swanky spot for a cocktail. Kick back in a plush armchair amidst rose gold furnishings and portraits of literary greats as you sip on a signature cocktail. There's a choice of eight different Negronis plus a concise choice of wine. Refined bar snacks are also served.

Whisky lovers will appreciate a drink at Coburg Bar. There's a compendium of whiskies from around the world available at this refined establishment. Other drinks are also served including wine, cocktails, and tequila. Snacks and meals are available too. The setting is peaceful and calm and you're welcome to linger.

Comptoir Café & Wine comprises of an all-day café that becomes a wine bar by night, as well as a boutique wine store in the cellar. Combining classic and contemporary style, it's a relaxed and attractive spot with indoor and outdoor seats. Sample pastries, coffee, and sandwiches for brunch and lunch and in the evening try small plates with hundreds of wine options, including about 30 varieties by the glass.

To be fair, Novikov could easily fill up half this guide, as the multifaceted venue encompasses distinct areas, each with its own distinct offer. There are two dining areas to choose from, a modern Italian trattoria serving classic dishes with upmarket twists and an elegant pan-Asian restaurant with a bustling open kitchen serving Chinese-inspired delicacies. After dinner, you can retire to the plush lounge bar, where the nights go long accompanied by live music and expertly crafted cocktails.

For a classic Mayfair time, make time to stop by Kitty Fisher's. This intimate, candlelit spot serves up British classics with a playful Spanish twist, like pork chop with zingy salsa verde or seasonal options like grilled peach panzanella. Drop in for a leisurely lunch or settle in for dinner where the cosy vibe and cheeky cocktails like the 'Aphrodite's Spritz' make it a perfect pause from the bustle of exploring the area. If the sun's out, grab a seat outside to enjoy some Mayfair people-watching with your drink in hand.

After spending an entire day in the rather stiff-lipped ambiance of Mayfair, you might be feeling the need to let loose a bit. Punk Royale is the perfect choice. Originally from Sweden, this unique restaurant serves tasting menus unlike any you've ever seen. Forget rows of cutlery and tuxedoed waiters; at Punk Royale you're much more likely to have your dish served via syringe than fork, the walls are covered in street art, and though it can all be a bit dramatic, it's always fun, playful, and creative.

One of Europe's leading pop and disco clubs, Carwash Nightclub plays anthems and deep cuts from the 1970s to the 2000s, encourages dressing up, and is packed with colour and lively atmosphere. There are three floors of music here with themed nights on each week. The club also has a restaurant on-site and VIP packages are available for big nights out.

Home to one of London's largest gaming floors, The Palm Beach Casino is a luxurious destination for games. This glitzy establishment has its own lounge bar and a restaurant serving fine South Asian food. Games available here include baccarat, roulette, blackjack, and slot machines, plus you can visit the intimate high stakes room if you want to place some serious bets.

Enjoy cocktails until the early hours at Mr Fogg's Residence. This bar is full of eccentricity with artwork, hanging bird cages, curiosities, and plants. Try out exclusive signature cocktails prepared with exotic ingredients, as well as an extensive collection of spirits. Nibbles, including cheese and charcuterie, are also served here.