What is it?
It might be unashamedly ostentatious, stuffed with tourists and forever associated with the world’s most vulgar statue – even if the bronze of Dodi and Diana was mercifully removed in 2018 – but Harrods is still spectacular. Serious shoppers browse the elegantly tiled and fragrant food halls on the ground floor or the wealth of exclusives in the beauty halls. But indulge the excesses too: Harrods has an art gallery, a stunning new interiors department and a kitchenware floor that hosts live cooking lessons from household names. Basically, it is the full, immersive shopping experience.
Why go?
If you're looking to shop luxury, there really is no place better than Harrods. Home to over 20 restaurants, hunger won't be an issue either. Oh, and the food hall, which underwent refurbishment in 2023, sells the infamous £28 wagyu beef butty. Yes, it might be just a sandwich - but if you want to splash your cash on some bread and a bit of filling, well, why not?
Don't miss:
Got kids? Head straight to Toy Kingdom on the third floor, with its enchanted forest, intergalactic science lab and bespoke sweets-maker. Elsewhere, Harrods excels at shoes – with a gargantuan footwear department stocking labels such as Ferragamo, Charlotte Olympia and Giuseppe Zanotti – and the rental service, on the fourth floor, can offer you some of the greatest designers on lend.
When to visit:
Monday - Saturday 10am - 9pm; Sunday 11.30am - 6pm
Ticket info:
No tickets are needed to enter Harrods.
Time Out tip:
Harrods Christmas shop has everything you'll need for the festive season. We say get down early to fill your baskets up with the best of baubles, mince pies and mulled wine.
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