Escape the Eurocentric vortex here.

As preposterous as this sounds I think there are few ills that can’t be cured by sitting lazily on a stack of rugs in Liberty and allowing the patterns to wash over you in a warm, and slightly itchy, haze. If you don’t believe me try it. The second you step off the main shopping area the sound and lights dim, the rugs beg to be touched, and all your worries seem to disappear.

The walk along the South Bank from Westminster to Tower Bridge will take you past a plethora or interesting sights and cultural hotspots. There's always something interesting going on too.

A beautifully curated mix of plants from mature palms to microscopic succulents. It is impossible to leave empty-handed.

Camden Passage is a picturesque street filled with antique, vintage and contemporary shops.