Exploring London's top luxury shopping areas

In the heart of London, amongst its historic streets, modern offices and wide-open parks, lies a world of luxury waiting to be discovered.

From designer boutiques to high-end department stores, the city boasts an array of shopping destinations that cater to the most discerning of tastes. We’ve compiled a list of some of the top London shopping locations, where style and sophistication combine to create an unparalleled shopping experience.

Bond Street, Mayfair

Best for: Iconic brands

Walking down Bond Street is a luxury experience in itself, thanks to the beautifully crafted treasures displayed in the shop windows. Just off Oxford Street, Bond Street has been a well-known shopping street since the 18th century, and you’ll find prestigious fashion houses, fine jewels, watches, antiques and art galleries.

Battersea Power Station

Best for: Breathtaking architecture

If you want to experience London’s newest hub for shopping and eating out, Battersea Power Station is the location for you. It’s a place where British history meets modernity, with designer stores tucked away inside one of London’s biggest – and most impressive – buildings.

Regent Street, West End

Best for: Flagship stores

With over 75 flagship stores, Regent Street has something for everyone. If you’re in London with kids, it’s definitely worth paying a visit to the world-famous Hamleys toy store, which is filled with every toy imaginable. You’ll find it very busy at weekends so it’s best to plan your visit on a weekday!

Sloane Square, Chelsea

Best for: Home decor

Looking to give your home an interior design uplift? Make sure you head to Sloane Square for some inspiration, where you’ll discover elegant boutiques next to department stores, including Peter Jones & Partners.

Canary Wharf

Best for: All-in-one day out

Beneath the skyscrapers in London's financial district, you’ll find the multi-storey Canary Wharf shopping mall, as well as the UK’s fastest indoor go-karting track. The new Elizabeth Line makes travelling to Canary Wharf from west or central London really easy, so it’s well worth spending a day exploring.

Planning a trip to London? Here’s how Nomo can help

If you aren’t using a UK bank card on your shopping days out in London, then you might be paying huge fees without even realising it.

Often, the more you spend, the more fees you could be paying thanks to non-UK banks charging a percentage of a card transaction or ATM withdrawal as commission.

With Nomo, we never charge fees for:

• GBP card transactions

• UK ATM withdrawals (although in rare cases, ATM fees may apply)

Upgrade your local bank by travelling with Nomo, and you might be surprised how much you can save compared with your local bank.

Nomo accounts are not currently available to UK residents.