Guidebook for Greater London
Sightseeing
Notting Hill
Very cool bohemium vibe
Buckingham Palace
Not to be missed!
Royal Botanic Gardens Car Park
Amazing botanical gardens
Famous palace and maze. Very worth a visit if you have the time. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/
546 locals recommend
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court WayFamous palace and maze. Very worth a visit if you have the time. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/
Shopping
Westfield London
1081 Ariel WayGreat shopping and activities under one roof!
Waitrose & Partners
402 North End RdLocal higher end supermarket
Wild Swans
129F Upper StVery cool scandi clothes and accessories shop.
https://www.bicestervillage.com/en/home/
Discover a world of luxury at Bicester Village, the region’s ultimate shopping destination. Home to more than 130 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, each offers savings of up to 60%, all year round.
217 locals recommend
Bicester Village station
Station Approachhttps://www.bicestervillage.com/en/home/
Discover a world of luxury at Bicester Village, the region’s ultimate shopping destination. Home to more than 130 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, each offers savings of up to 60%, all year round.
Entertainment & Activities
Chiswick House and Gardens Trust
Lovely spot for a walk and kids park
Southbank Centre
Always something going on for the whole family
ZSL London Zoo
Outer CircleGreat day out for the family.
Westway Sports & Fitness Centre
1 Crowthorne RdIndoor climbing centre and sports ground.
Ten Health & Fitness Chiswick
Barley Mow PassageVery good pilates centre
Ealing
https://www.ealingsummerfestivals.com/
Summer festival in the park.
Time Out
172 Drury LaneGreat place to get ideas on what's going on in local area https://www.timeout.com/london
Food Scene
La Trompette
3-7 Devonshire RdMichelin Star French restaurant, formal dining.
Michelin Star. Amazing steak and wine offer Mon - Thur £12!
2 minutes walk from the house!
26 locals recommend
Le Vacherin
76-77 S ParadeMichelin Star. Amazing steak and wine offer Mon - Thur £12!
2 minutes walk from the house!
The Duke of Sussex
75 S ParadeAward winning Gastro Pub, 2 mins walk away!
Artisan Coffee
372 King StVery good coffee
Hack & Veldt Delicatessen
94 Turnham Green TerraceGood local coffee shop and deli
Lara Restaurant
Turnham Green TerraceGreat late night take our (grilled Kebab is a must!)
Bayley & Sage
34 New Kings RdLocal Deli
One of our fave Tapas bars in London. You can not book but if you arrive early you can join the line up and enjoy tapas and drinks while waiting for a table to come free. There are a few other locations so do check them out.
75 locals recommend
Barrafina
26-27 Dean StOne of our fave Tapas bars in London. You can not book but if you arrive early you can join the line up and enjoy tapas and drinks while waiting for a table to come free. There are a few other locations so do check them out.
Pizza Treat - Chiswick
63 Turnham Green TerraceGood NY style pizza with cracking deals during the week.
Top restaurant worth a try if food is your thing. Book in advance. Michelin star restaurant
17 locals recommend
Hedone
301-303 Chiswick High RdTop restaurant worth a try if food is your thing. Book in advance. Michelin star restaurant
Pho
134 Chiswick High RdSmall chain of Vietnamese restaurants...We are here at least once a week!
Amazing food market in East London. Worth a visit to try out some home cooked delights (Saturdays only)
1735 locals recommend
Broadway Market
Broadway MarketAmazing food market in East London. Worth a visit to try out some home cooked delights (Saturdays only)
Our fave local Indian restaurant. One of the best in London using fresh herbs and spices which enhances the flavours. We order take out via Hungry Horse. The Asia Chilli Paneer is a must as is the Chicken Jalfzrezi
20 locals recommend
Potli
319-321 King StOur fave local Indian restaurant. One of the best in London using fresh herbs and spices which enhances the flavours. We order take out via Hungry Horse. The Asia Chilli Paneer is a must as is the Chicken Jalfzrezi
Arts & Culture
Tate Modern
BanksideFabulous selection of arts
The Observatory Hairdresser
131 Greenwich S StWorth a visit if you get a chance
Tate Modern
BanksideFamous Museum with changing exhibits throughout the year.
Drinks & Nightlife
Smokehouse Chiswick
Smoked food and grill with good wine.
Funky (for Chiswick!) bar with good drinks...food not amazing
24 locals recommend
No 197 Chiswick Fire Station
197-199 Chiswick High RdFunky (for Chiswick!) bar with good drinks...food not amazing
Part of the Soho House Group, good food and wine with a good vibe and outdoor dining with heaters. Good for brunch onwards.
50 locals recommend
High Road House
162-170 Chiswick High RdPart of the Soho House Group, good food and wine with a good vibe and outdoor dining with heaters. Good for brunch onwards.
You will need to pre book if you do not want to wait in the line up, but this very cool bar and street food venue located on the roof of the old BBC building is well worth a visit..
21 locals recommend
Pergola On The Roof
Wood LaneYou will need to pre book if you do not want to wait in the line up, but this very cool bar and street food venue located on the roof of the old BBC building is well worth a visit..
So many fun places to try, just wonder around and enjoy what the infamous SOho has to offer.
576 locals recommend
Soho
So many fun places to try, just wonder around and enjoy what the infamous SOho has to offer.
Great local Italian bar specialising in Italian beers...there is also a great selection of nibbles and one of the best burgers in town!
17 locals recommend
The Italian Job
13 Devonshire RdGreat local Italian bar specialising in Italian beers...there is also a great selection of nibbles and one of the best burgers in town!
Very swish bar and restaurant serving fabulous cocktails and wonderful Asian fusion food. Not really a family friendly place, more couples.
83 locals recommend
Zuma London
5 Raphael StVery swish bar and restaurant serving fabulous cocktails and wonderful Asian fusion food. Not really a family friendly place, more couples.
Vinoteca Chiswick
18 Devonshire RdGreat little wine bar with a nice atmosphere. Food good too!
Local neighbourhood pub with a garden. You can actually see it from the spare bedroom window so it's stumbling distance to home ;)
Good menu with locally sourced ingredients and relaxed atmosphere.
No kids allowed in after 7pm
113 locals recommend
The Swan
119 Acton LaneLocal neighbourhood pub with a garden. You can actually see it from the spare bedroom window so it's stumbling distance to home ;)
Good menu with locally sourced ingredients and relaxed atmosphere.
No kids allowed in after 7pm
Parks & Nature
One of our fave parks in London, maybe because we used to live there but also the views and walks are beautiful.
1215 locals recommend
Hampstead Heath
One of our fave parks in London, maybe because we used to live there but also the views and walks are beautiful.
Another beautiful spot where you can see London from a height. Situated close to London Zoo, Camden Market and the canal it's easy to spend a day in this area.
790 locals recommend
Primrose Hill
Primrose Hill RoadAnother beautiful spot where you can see London from a height. Situated close to London Zoo, Camden Market and the canal it's easy to spend a day in this area.
Richmond Park
Part of the Royal Parks. Stunning green space only 20 mins away.