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Harrods
There is no department store quite like Harrods. Opened in 1849 as a humble grocer, it grew into the world’s most famous emporium of luxury, a seven-floor labyrinth where marble staircases, Art Deco flourishes, and glass-domed halls frame everything from haute couture to hampers. Walking through its gilded halls is less about shopping and more about submitting to theatre: Egyptian-styled escalators whisk you upwards, perfume halls glow with chandeliers, and food halls buzz with cosmopolitan appetite.
For locals, it’s a place of ritual — a quick dash for indulgent truffles or a last-minute gift wrapped in the signature green bag. For visitors, it’s a rite of passage. Few places capture London’s mix of heritage and excess so vividly. Even if you leave empty-handed, you’ll have witnessed a slice of the city at its most extravagant.
Address
87-135 Brompton Rd, London SW1X 7XL, United Kingdom
Opening hours
Mon–Sat 10:00am–9:00pm; Sun 11:30am–6:00pm
Why We Love It
A destination in itself, blending theatre with retail.
Legendary food halls with everything from caviar to Cornish pasties.
A cultural icon as much as a store, emblematic of Knightsbridge.
While you're here
Step outside and you’re on the edge of Knightsbridge. Stroll towards Hyde Park for a breath of green, or wander down Brompton Road to explore Harvey Nichols and the flagship boutiques of Sloane Street. For something more relaxed, the cafés tucked behind Beauchamp Place offer a quieter counterpoint to Harrods’ spectacle.
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