The Best Shops to Visit In London For Gifts and Souvenirs

London is one of the best cities in the world to enjoy shopping. Whether that is vintage jewellery or high-street fashion, there are several shops which offer a variety of items. It is a shopper's heaven, especially for Christmas shoppers. If you enjoy shopping and you are looking for a gift or souvenir, London is the place to be so let's take a look at some of the best places to shop in the capital.

Cyberdog

First on the list is Cyberdog which is located at Camden Stables Market. For those looking for gifts for a party, this has everything you need, offering festival wear, Halloween costumes and many party accessories, perfect for those who dance until the early hours of the morning.

Daunts Books Marylebone

London is home to many wonderful bookshops but if there are any that need to go to, it has to be Daunt’s. It is a very Edwardian-style building that has plenty of books to choose from so it is perfect for those avid readers. There is a lot of heritage in this building and it is very old-fashioned.

Rough Trade East

Up next is for those who love vinyl, this is the shop for you. It is located in the Old Truman Brewery. It offers a wide range of books, CDs and Vinyl perfect to buy for those who love living in the 90s. Furthermore, this unique store will also set up in-store gigs. The sets will be very short for the in-store gigs however, it is a nice touch and a nice experience if you need something to do with your day.

Algerian Coffee Stores

Up next is the wonderful coffee store that is in the heart of Soho. A shop that has been around since 1887 before coffee became such a household essential. For those who love their coffee, this can make the most perfect gift as they have over 80 blends of coffee which can either be bought as beans or ground.

It isn’t just coffee that they have to offer either, they also have electronic grinders, thermometers, tampers, milk frothers and much more. If you don’t want to buy coffee then there is also a range of teas that you can choose from.

Artwords

Up next is Artwords, a bookshop that specialises in coffee table books. There are many magazines and books that surround fashion, architecture, photography, graphic design, fashion, advertising, music and film titles. There is plenty to offer at this book store and if you are ever struggling to find a gift for a friend or a loved one, visit Artwords.

Santa Maria Novella

Up next is the Santa Maria Novella. It is a very small shop that has a lot to offer. This particular shop offers a variety of perfumes, colognes, exfoliating powders, potpourri, scented paper and bars of soap. This shop has been around for hundreds of years and is still going very strong so if you want to buy a scented gift for someone then this is the place to go to in London.

Conservatory Archives

Up next is a houseplant store which is another great gift for those who have a lot of household plants. It offers a variety of hanging plants and climbing vines which can all make perfect gifts for friends and family. Whether you want to splash the cash on something whacky that is different from the rest of their plants or, you can just buy something that is simple.

There are many wonderful stores in and around the city that are perfect for gifts but they can be quite expensive. No matter where you end up, whether you leave your vehicle at a Hyde Park parking lot or get the tube in and around London.