London area of Knightsbridge guide

What to do and where to stay in London's Knightsbridge neighbourhood

Harrods, the most recognised shop in the world famed for its annual Christmas lights and window displays, is at the centre of Knightsbridge, an area that is becoming the best place in London to max out your credit card. Bond Street was the traditional location for designers to have their flagship stores, but an increasing number, including legendary shoe designers Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo, are moving to Knightsbridge. The trio of department stores (sophisticated Harvey Nichols, huge Harrods, and lovable Peter Jones) continue to dominate the area and bring in tourists, who can take their pick from a selection of luxurious hotels. To the north, Hyde Park and the Serpentine lake provide attractive open spaces away from the bustle, and the south of Knightsbridge is also an attractive place for a stroll, with the grand fashion boutiques replaced by neat terraces, gardens and antique shops. On the ground floor and basement of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park hotel can be found the first London restaurants of celebrated chefs Heston Blumenthal and Daniel Boulud.

See our recommended nearby Knightsbridge Hotels, Entertainment, Sights and Attractions, Shopping, Restaurants, Pubs, Nightlife, Leisure, Education, and Meeting Venues.

The Capital Hotel
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
22-24 Basil Street, SW3
This discrete hotel on Basil Street, in Knightsbridge, was created by Scottish proprietor David Levin in 1971 and remains a privately owned family-run hotel to this ... More

 

 

Millennium Knightsbridge Hotel
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
17 Sloane Street, SW1X
Sloane Street is chock-a-block with designer shops so for anyone in town for some retail therapy this hotel is a winner. It’s also home to award-winning ... More

 

 

The Cadogan Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
75 Sloane Street, SW1X
A discreet boutique Edwardian hotel, with a hushed and welcoming atmosphere, the Cadogan's past guests include Oscar Wilde, who was arrested in room 118 in 1895, ... More

 

 

Hotels in Knightsbridge

 

Entertainment in Knightsbridge

 

Harrods
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
87-135 Brompton Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
England's most famous department store. Owned by eponymous Egyptian entrepreneur Mohamed Al-Fayed, Britain's most iconic shop features on many tourists’ “must-see” lists - and with good reason. ... More

 

 

Sights and Attractions in Knightsbridge

 

Harrods Hair and Beauty
London > Shopping > Hair and Grooming
87-135 Brompton Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
This is the largest hair and beauty salon in Europe - it employs over 40 beauty therapists alone. Unsurprisingly they combine to offer a blinding array ... More

 

 

Harrods
London > Shopping > Department Stores
87-135 Brompton Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
Britain's most famous store and possibly the most famous store in the world, Harrods features on many tourist 'must-see' lists - and with good reason. Its ... More

 

 

Rigby & Peller
London > Shopping > Ladies Fashion
2 Hans Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
Lesser mortals may purchase their underwear at Marks & Spencer, but the Queen goes to Rigby & Peller. This establishment understands the finer points of corsetry, ... More

 

 

Shopping in Knightsbridge

 

Laduree at Harrods
London > Restaurants > Afternoon Tea
87-135 Brompton Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
This famous French patisserie dates back to 1862, when Louis Ernest Ladurée, a miller from southwest France, created a bakery at 16 rue Royale in Paris. ... More

 

 

San Lorenzo
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
22 Beauchamp Place, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
Italian cuisine. Booking advised. Dress smart casual. ... More

 

 

Pizza Express
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
6 Beauchamp Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
Pizza Express has become something of a London institution. Serving consistently excellent Italian pizzas quickly in pleasant unfussy surroundings, this is always a convenient and acceptable ... More

 

 

Restaurants in Knightsbridge

 

The Enterprise
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
35 Walton Street, South Kensington, , London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
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The Admiral Codrington
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
17 Mossop Street, London, Knightsbridge, London SW3
Affectionately referred to as "the Cod", this Knightsbridge boozer-come-gastropub has acquired a reputation for serving high quality, modern food in no-fuss, sleek surroundings. If you do ... More

 

 

The Orange Public House & Hotel
London > Nightlife > Pubs
37 Pimlico Road, London, Knightsbridge, London SW1W
The Orange Public House and Hotel on Pimlico Road has been lovingly restored to its former glory by the team behind The Thomas Cubitt and The ... More

 

 

Pubs in Knightsbridge

 

Nightlife in Knightsbridge

 

Space NK
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
40 Hans Crescent, London, Knightsbridge, London SW1X
The Knightsbrige branch of Space NK in Hans Crescent, right next to Harrods, is especially appealing - not only does it sell desirable toiletries, chic ... More

 

 

Leisure in Knightsbridge

 

Education in Knightsbridge

 

30 Pavillion Road
London > Business > Venue Hire
30 Pavilion Road, Knightsbridge, London, Knightsbridge, London SW1X
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Meeting Venues in Knightsbridge