London’s museum of contemporary design

Architecture, fashion and product design

Permanent and temporary exhibitions

One of London’s best design museums

Located baside Holland Park

Historic London mansion and museum

French decorative arts and Old Masters

One of London’s finest private collections

Elegant courtyard restaurant

Perfect for art lovers

World’s leading museum of design

Fashion, furniture and decorative arts

Beautiful courtyard café

Must see: the jewelry and fashion section

Free permanent collection

Contemporary art gallery in Mayfair

International and emerging artists

For contemporary and modern art lovers

One of London’s leading private galleries

Internationally-acclaimed and emerging artists

One of London’s most beautiful parks

Kyoto Garden and peaceful walking paths

Perfect for picnics and quiet afternoons

Beautiful gardens in Kensington

Close to the Design Museum

Iconic department store in Soho

Our tip: don’t plan it, just get lost inside

With independent designers and luxury brands

In a famous Tudor-style building

Perfect for fashion and design lovers

One of London’s most theatrical dining rooms

Modern British restaurant by Jason Atherton

Historic hotel restaurant

We love: the champagne trolley and seasonal menu

Perfect for elegant dinners

Food hall inside a historic church

International street food in Mayfair

One of London’s best food markets

In a deconsecrated 19th-century church in Mayfair

Lively, social, and slightly chaotic vibe

Italian restaurant in Fitzrovia

The crowd: fun, loud, there for a good time

It’s as much about the vibe as the food

One of London’s liveliest Italian restaurants

Our tip: lean into it, order big, and share everything

Northern Chinese restaurant at The Shard

A must: order the the Peking duck

London dining with altitude and attitude

Romantic and intimate setting

One of London’s best skyline restaurants

Traditional afternoon tea in London

Luxury tea lounge in Knightsbridge

The menu stays classic with refined execution

Extensive selection of teas from around the world

Elegant setting inside Mandarin Oriental

One of London’s most romantic restaurants

Modern French cuisine

Yes, it’s a date place, and it knows it

Beautiful conservatory dining room

Our tip: request the conservatory, book early

Award-winning cocktail bar in London

Creative cocktails and innovative ingredients

It feels more concept than classic bar

Contemporary riverside setting

Our tip: experiment something new and trust the process

Japanese art, design and culture

Japan, translated properly, right in Kensington

Minimal, precise, and quietly beautiful space

Contemporary exhibitions and craftsmanship

One of London’s best cultural spaces

Historic cinema on Portobello Road

Sits on Portobello Road in Notting Hill

A vintage gem since 1910

Think leather armchairs, sofas, even front-row beds

The crowd is local, well-dressed, and in-the-know

Modern Indian restaurant in Soho

Small plates made to share

Sophisticated but vintage interiors

Casual, buzzy, and design-led crowd

Our tip: order across the menu and indulge

Contemporary brasserie inside Selfridges

One of London’s most theatrical restaurants

Breakfast, brunch and all-day dining

Dramatic interiors with Damien Hirst artwork

Perfect for shopping breaks

For a romantic night in Soho

Dining with a very specific agenda: press for Champagne

Oysters, caviar and champagne place to be

Iconic Art Deco dining room interiors

Next-level glitzy and indulgent

One of London’s prettiest lunch spots

One of Chelsea’s most beautiful restaurants

Alfresco dining and a terrace that seasonally changes

Our tip: book the garden, go for lunch, and stay longer

British cuisine with international touches

One of London’s best brunch spots

Simple healthy dishes, done properly

Breakfast and brunch are the main event

The vibe is calm, natural, and very curated

There’s also a organic farm shop attached

One of London’s most iconic restaurants

Extraordinary interiors by leading designers

The Lecture Room & Library holds 3 Michelin stars

Theatrical, maximalist, artistic and unapologetic

Our tip: go for the experience as much as the food

A Covent Garden stay, right where London happens

Discreet luxury with a home-like feel, made for privacy seekers

Located in an Edwardian landmark, refreshed beautifully

Calm rooms, proper comfort, and quietly elegant details

Our tip: unwind in the chlorine-free 18-metre pool and Health Club

Set in a former bank building

Stylish rooms channelling 1920s and 1930s design

Hosts 12 restaurants and bars

For art, design and history lovers

"Ned's Club": some spaces are reserved for members-only

London nightlife with serious musical pedigree

The place to go for jazz lovers since 1959

Intimate, dark, and all about the stage

Our tip: book ahead and stay for the late set

The crowd: locals, musicians, and those who know

Traditional afternoon tea

The setting is pure Regency elegance

A dedicated tea butler guides the experience

The menu covers all the classics

Our tip: take your time and don't rush