London Shopping

London is a match for any city in the world for the quality of its shopping. From world-famous department stores to specialist street markets tucked away in the back streets, whatever your interest, you will find something to take away with you. Whether you are looking for street-fashion or designer chic, local tourist guides or antiquarian books, prestigious porcelain or battered bric-a-brac, you will find it somewhere in London!

To kick your festive season off in style, why not head for London for some superb Christmas Shopping. Enjoy the hustle, bustle, lights and laughter in Oxford Street or head into China Town for a stocking full of unusual gifts. It's christmas everyday in Hamleys toy shop in Regent Street and if you are looking for quintessential English style, you can do no better than a visit to Liberty.

Glamorous departments stores line the streets of Central London. No one should come to London without stepping into Harrods, a glittering palace dedicated to the best that money can buy, and there's more ... Liberty, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols. For top designer wear look no further than Bond Street or Saville Row for quality tailoring or head for street markets like Camden Lock for an alternative take on style.

Plan your shopping trip to London

Enjoy antiques and old books? Then look no further than the Portabello Road, lined with shops selling everything from priceless gems to the cheerful flotsum and jetsom of days gone by. The world's largest antiques market arrives every Saturday, lining the streets with rickety stalls heaving with old books, china, glass, furniture, porcelain and more.

The bohemian atmosphere in Covent Garden is enhanced with exuberant street entertainers, quirky shops and numerous restaurants and cafes to suit every pocket. A short walk will take visitors to China Town, crammed with small shops selling Chinese produce and artifacts.

A visit to London would not be complete without a serious afternoon's shopping in Oxford Street and Regent Street where you will find everything from the most popular high street chains to exclusive little boutiques and gaudy souvenir stands to specialist outlets.

And don't forget, the majority of London's attractions will have associated shops selling specialist literature related to the theme.

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