Bond Street

The Basics

Shopping is the main draw for visitors, but you’ll need a big budget to shop on Bond Street. Popular brands like Asprey, Cartier, Hermès, Jimmy Choo, Ralph Lauren, and Tiffany & Co are all along the main strip, while the historical Burlington Arcade is home to Chanel, Mulberry, and a number of prestigious jewelers.

A popular inclusion on London sightseeing tours, the surrounding district of Mayfair is also known for luxurious hotels like the Ritz and the Dorchester, grand squares including Berkeley Square and Grosvenor Square, and stately buildings seen on screen inDownton Abbey.

Things to Know Before You Go

• Shops along Bond Street typically open between 9:30am and 10am and close around 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

• From Monday to Friday, it’s free to enter the renowned Sotheby’s Auction House (34–35 New Bond Street) to watch the auctions.

• Most shops along Bond Street are wheelchair accessible, and Bond Street tube station is fully accessible.

How to Get There

Bond Street is located in the district of Mayfair and runs from Oxford Street at the northern end all the way to Piccadilly at the southern end. The closest tube stations are Bond Street (Central and Jubilee lines) for New Bond Street and Green Park (Jubilee, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines) for Old Bond Street.

When to Get There

The busiest shopping day is Saturday, but shops are open daily including Sunday. Thursday is late shopping night, when shops typically stay open until 9pm or 10pm. Bond Street is also an atmospheric spot to visit over the holiday season, when the shopping boulevard is lit with festive lights.

Snap a Selfie

Look out for Lawrence Holofcener’s Allies statue on New Bond Street—a popular photo spot. Erected in 1995 to commemorate half a century since the end of World War II, the statue depicts a life-size Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt deep in conversation on a park bench.

Ways to explore

The stores on Bond Street are the main draw for visitors, but you’ll need a big budget to shop here. Many sought-after stores are located along the main strip, while you’ll find more in the historical Burlington Arcade.

A popular inclusion on London sightseeing tours, the surrounding district of Mayfair is also known for luxurious hotels such as the Ritz and the Dorchester, grand squares including Berkeley Square and Grosvenor Square, and stately buildings seen on screen in Downton Abbey.

Accessibility

Bond Street Underground station is wheelchair accessible with step-free access, making it easy to get to Bond Street via public transit.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Foldable umbrella, reusable water bottle, snacks (if you’re on a budget, as Bond Street is upmarket)

What to wear

You might want to dress up a bit to browse the designer boutiques—some don’t appreciate scruffy-looking window shoppers.

Not allowed

Some stores don’t allow photography inside.

Amenities

Public restrooms are hard to find on Bond Street; use the facilities at the Green Park Underground station.

Address

Bond Street is located in the district of Mayfair and runs from Oxford Street at the northern end all the way to Piccadilly at the southern end. It’s within easy walking distance of Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, SoHo, and other Central London attractions and simple enough to reach on the Tube.

Driving

Driving isn’t recommended in Central London, due to the congestion charge and the difficulty finding parking. If you must drive, aim to park in garages in the area—on-street parking spots are hard to come by.

Public transportation

The closest Underground stations are Bond Street (Central, Jubilee, and Elizabeth lines) for New Bond Street, and Green Park (Jubilee, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines) for Old Bond Street.

Best times to visit

Most shops are open 10am to 7pm Monday–Saturday and 12pm to 6pm on Sundays.

Best days to visit

The street tends to be busier on weekends, so visit midweek if you want more space to browse.

Best months to visit

London is a year-round travel destination, but tends to be busiest in the warmer months, between May and August. While this is a nicer time to browse Bond Street, you risk contending with bigger crowds.

Special events

Many of Bond Street’s designer boutiques—including Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and Dior—create fabulous seasonal window displays around major holidays, such as Easter and Christmas, and the lights are especially pretty in December.