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St. James's and Mayfair

  • 1. Claridge's

    Unwind with afternoon tea at this art deco gem after a shopping spree in Mayfair.

  • 2. Royal Academy of Arts

    Visit the Summer Exhibition, a breathtaking affair showcasing some of the best sculpture and painting in the art world.

  • Fortnum & Mason

    Raid the chocolate counter -- then raid the coffee counter across from it for a dose of exotic java to pair with your sweets.

  • Green Park

    Stroll along leafy paths through the undulating grass and trees, a lovely escape from the congestion of central London.

  • Oxford Street

    Wander up and down this always interesting street; in winter, bask in the brilliance of more than 250,000 holiday light bulbs.

Map of St. James's and Mayfair

Smart, stylish, and so British, St. James's and Mayfair comprise the heart and soul of London's West End. Walk along Oxford Street at a healthy clip and feel the history of old London and the chic tempo of new London keep step beside you. Along these streets you can also find the greatest concentration of fine hotels, posh department stores, opulent restaurants, swanky galleries, top auction houses, and international corporations -- the sense of being somewhere important is all-encompassing in the sparkling streets of St. James's and Mayfair.

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