There’s no doubt that the retail options in London are unsurpassed. Whether you want to shop high street brands or luxury goods from the most prestigious retailers, there are so many possibilities, it can be difficult to know where to start!
Staying at the Park Grand Kensington London means you’ll have some of the world’s most famous retail outlets and shopping destinations on your doorstop. With upmarket boutiques and famous designers all within half an hour of our four-star hotel, you’re sure to find something that has you reaching for your purse. Let’s take a look at some of the best high-end shops to visit near the Chelsea area.
Liberty
Regent Street, London, W1B 5AH
Located on Regent Street, one of the most famous shopping streets in London, is the famous Liberty department store. With its picturesque wood panels, its beautiful exterior displays and focus on high-end brands, shopping at Liberty is an experience in itself. Inside, you’ll find carefully curated products from a range of designer brands, as well as the famous floral print for which it has become known around the world. Catch one of London’s famous black cabs to the store, or hop on the tube near our 4-star hotels in Kensington London. Your nearest station is Earl’s Court, and you’ll need to travel along the Piccadilly line to Piccadilly Circus station.
Fortnum & Mason
181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER
With no less than five restaurants, and a huge selection of fine foods, teas and wine, Fortnum & Mason (known locally as Fortnum’s) is a must for anyone interested in high-end shopping. Situated in the middle of Mayfair, this famous store is easily accessible for anyone staying at the Park Grand Kensington London.
Fortnum has an incredible legacy, and a unique place in London’s history. Did you know that Fortnum was the inventor of the original Scotch egg? It was intended to allow travellers heading west to take hard-boiler eggs on long-distance journeys. Fortnum was also the first UK stockist of Heinz baked beans, and the store provisioned the first ever British expedition up Mount Everest.
When shopping at Fortnum’s, you can rest assured you’re in good company. The store has been supplying the royal family for centuries – the Queen, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cambridge even visited the store to open the Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon in 2012.
Harrods
87-135 Brompton Rd, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7XL
No list of high-end stores in the city of London would be complete without reference to the famous Harrods department store. Harrods started off as a humble grocery store more than 160 years ago – now it’s synonymous with luxury shopping and supreme exclusivity.
With no less than seven floors and 330 separate departments, you’re sure to find something that catches your eye in Harrods. You can also dine in one of twenty-seven different restaurants, or take a break in the Urban Retreat spa while a personal shopper selects products that may be to your liking. For the ultimate in luxury shopping, Harrods is the number one destination in London.
