One of London’s smallest neighborhoods, Knightsbridge, has a sizable reputation of world-renowned luxury—known as the home of the super-wealthy, the city’s top destination for prestigious fashion designers and a must-visit destination.
What to Do: With a desirable address in the beloved borough of Westminster Kensington and Chelsea, Knightsbridge evokes the desire for quintessential England with architecture made of red brick rich history, nature and shopping steps away at the iconic Sloane Street—which is lined with the flagship Chanel, Giorgio Armani and Louis Vuitton stores, as well as the legendary department store, Harrods.
Where to Stay Beyond the allure of its once-in-a-lifetime retail therapy, Knightsbridge also boasts premier hospitality at five-star hotels like The Carlton Tower Jumeirah—a property that has contributed to the fashion district’s long-standing reputation of glamour and style since opening as the city’s first tower hotel in 1961, when it served as a photoshoot backdrop for the famous London-designer Mary Quant, and continued to draw attention from movie stars, supermodels, and musicians among the likes of Princess Margaret, Cliff Richard, Simon and Garfunkel, and Paul McCartney.
After recently completing a £100 million renovation, the 215-room hotel is home to London’s largest naturally lit swimming pool, Kew Gardens-inspired afternoon tea service, advanced spa and health club services.
Where to Dine With London’s reputation as a melting pot for various cuisines from around the world, it’s no surprise that visitors can find something to please every palette in Knightsbridge—from modern vegan dining to decadent Japanese dishes and authentic Italian fare found at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah’s Al Mare restaurant. The neighborhood boasts an impressive dining scene with endless options and noteworthy Michelin-starred restaurants including Marcus Wareing’s flagship and Pétrus by Gordon Ramsay.
