Things To Do at Knightsbridge

Known as the most luxurious and grand town in London, Knightsbridge is a must-visit if you’re in the mood to spoil yourself. The area’s unique name comes from an old bridge hovering over the Westbourne River where the knights had congregated. Its popularity has made it a must-visit spot for Londoners and has made it on the list of many tourists. This vicinity has also been home to celebrities such as Lillie Langtry, Ava Gardner, Candy Brothers, and Kylie Minogue.

Where is Knightsbridge Located?

This uber-chic district starts all the way from Hyde Park and stretches to South Carriage Drive, passing the Victoria and Albert Museum along the Brompton and Cromwell Gardens.

As the Knightsbridge district is filled with a ton of exciting things to see and do, book a stay at Grand Plaza Hotel London for easy access. Read away to learn more about the area and the different things you can do here.

Things To Do at Knightsbridge

Visit the Wellington Arch

Formerly recognized as the entrance arch of Buckingham Palace, this piece of architecture is today counted as an English Heritage monument. The angel riding on a horse chariot on the top of the structure depicts peace and prosperity. Being the largest bronze sculpture in the world, it enjoys great significance too. There is also a museum inside, solely made to preserve and carry forward the legacy and history of this masterpiece.

The Auction House of Bonhams

Want to see how auctions were done in the old era? Head straight to the Bonhams Auction House. This place is one of the world’s oldest auctioneers and has some of the oldest antique fine art pieces. The Auction House is still very actively used to host auctions with an average of 140 auctions per year. From majestic art pieces to jewelry and luxurious furniture, this place does it all.

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The Photogenic Streets of Knightsbridge

Ever wondered where Disney’s magical dramatic movies were shot? Well, it wouldn’t be wrong to take Knightsbridge’s name as it easily has some of the best locations in London. The extremely photogenic Montpelier Walk, is a tourist favorite! The beautiful red-colored bricks give it a vintage vibe that suits your Instagram grid perfectly.

Here are some of the best streets in Knightsbridge to click great photos at;

- Montpelier Place

- Ennismore Garden Mews

- Pont Street

- Trevor Street

Dine in the Sky at Harvey Nichols

In the mood for a fancy dinner under the sky, then Knightsbridge’s Harvey Nichols is an ideal spot for you. The rooftop gives you a remarkable aerial view of the town with  Michelin-star luxurious meals. Apart from fine dining, there are many hip and casual restaurants like Burger and Lobster, Zelman Meats, and Farm Girl.  

Book your stay at any of the hotels in Kensington and enjoy this spot open seven days a week until 11 PM and is a great mood lifter and an excellent place to host dinner parties for special guests,