London City Guide
Posted by Alec on April 11, 2012.
Where else to spend a memorable hen weekend than in the nations capital? Experience some of the world’s finest restaurants, shops, galleries, bars and clubs with your friends and family. As one of the biggest and busiest cities in the world, London offers much more than the typical tourist destinations and Polestars have picked some of the highlights for you to enjoy during your visit to the capital.
Shopping
Harrods (http://www.harrods.com/) is one of the most famous department stores in the world and is a fantastic place to visit during your stay in the big city, boasting a multitude of restaurants, cafes, beauty products and there’s even a wedding shop. Whether you intend to simply browse or spend a small fortune, it is guaranteed you will be dazzled and amazed at the sheer volume of choice.
If it’s a taste of London culture you’re after, then Camden Lock is the ideal location for you. It boasts quirky shops and boutiques with some of the most unique food and clothing stalls in London.
Covent Garden and Oxford Street are also famous shopping destinations which offer some lovely shops and cafes, most notably Selfridges on Oxford Street.
The West End
After you’ve enjoyed a spot of shopping or your specialised hen party organised by Polestars such as the Grease hen party, why not go and see the professionals at work with a trip to the West-end to see a show such as Mama-Mia (http://www.mamma-mia.com/london.asp), The Lion King (http://www.thelionkingtheatretickets.com/), Wicked (http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/) or the classic Phantom of the Opera (http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com/london). These shows remain ever popular and always keep the public coming back for more so why not grab dinner and a show for the perfect start to your hen do.
Nightlife
London boasts some of the best pubs, clubs and bar in all the land so after learning some funky dance moves in Polestars specialised dance hen parties, take them to the dance floor in any one of London’s hundreds of nightclubs, most famously, Fabric (http://www.fabriclondon.com/). Fabric offers the most up to date and cutting edge music attracting some of the worlds finest DJs including DJ Hype, Goldie, Fabio & Grooverider and even Jarvis Cocker of Pulp fame has an occasional slot.
Art & Culture
If your feeling a little worse for wear after spending a night on the town then why not visit one of the many art galleries London has to offer including the Tate Modern, the National Portrait Gallery or most famously the Saatchi Gallery (http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/index.htm). Engross yourself in culture and broaden your mind in style.
Relaxation
If art isn’t your bag then why not treat yourself to a Day Spa at The Citypoint Club Moorgate London (http://www.thecitypointclub.co.uk/), one of the most luxurious spa retreats London has to offer. This modern spa has all the facilities you could wish for including a 20m ozone treated swimming pool and 7 newly designed treatment rooms. Other popular destinations include The Rembrandt in Knightsbridge and the Sanctuary Spa (http://www.thesanctuary.co.uk/) hidden away in Covent Garden boasting exclusivity to women.
Eating Out
Everyone enjoys going out to a nice restaurant to celebrate a special occasion and London can offer some top notch eateries to cater for all tastes and cuisines. Top chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsey has a number of restaurants dotted around London with the jewel in the crown being Petrus in Knightsbridge (http://www.gordonramsay.com/petrus/) and with a two course lunch for £18, it’s not as expensive as you might think. The Covent Garden Grill (http://www.coventgardengrill.com/) is a popular place to eat for large groups and parties so you’re never short of places to enjoy a great meal in a relaxed and friendly environment.
This is just a taste of what London has to offer so don’t just follow what we say, go explore one of the greatest cities in the world and discover new and exciting activities for the ultimate hen experience.
