London is one of the best shopping destinations in the World. Thousands of shops line the Capital's streets, from the large and well known department stores to exclusive boutiques where you can find all kinds of unique products. With famous markets such as Portobello Road Market and modern shopping centres such as Brent Cross Shopping Centre, London is the ultimate destination for the shopping connoisseur, bargain lover and shopper-holic.
London is one of the fashion capitals of the world and often at the very cutting edge of fashion and design, with many world famous designers based here and regular fashion shows and events such as the popular London fashion week. The world's top designers have shops in London destinations such as Knightsbridge and Mayfair and these include: Burberry, Chanel, Dior, D&G, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada and Vivienne Westwood.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street is the name most strongly associated with shopping in London. At one and a half miles long and over 300 shops all on one street, it is Europe's largest and busiest high street.
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London Markets
London is home to a diverse range of excellent markets including famous markets such as Camden, Portobello Road and Spitalfields. London markets are where to come for your fresh fruit and veg, meat and fish, jewellery, arts and crafts, antique furniture, rare books and many other items.
Looking for a bargain, a unique gift, fresh local produce or simply want a break from the high street shops, they can all be found at one of London's vibrant markets.
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Harrods
Knightsbridge
Harrods, London's most famous department store, attracts not just shopping enthusiasts but tourists from the all over the world with up to 300,000 visitors on peak days.
Occupying a massive 4.5 acre site in fashionable Knightsbridge, Harrods is one of the largest department stores in the world with over 330 different departments.
With so many products under one roof, from clothing, sports equipment and toys to stationary, pet accessories, beauty products and furniture, there really is no need to go anywhere else.
Often people just visit to admire the beautiful themed decor or dine in one of the 28 restaurants, but whatever you come for you can expect excellent service from the 5,000 staff.