If you asked a Londoner, they might not immediately be able to tell you exactly where Belgravia is. That’s because it extends across the London postcodes of Victoria, Pimlico and Chelsea, which when you think about it, makes it quite a large swath of the capital! Unsurprisingly, there’s loads to do in this leafy suburb, which is famous for its grand Georgian squares and architecture (hello, our namesake Thomas Cubitt).
What to do
We’d recommend a Blue Plaque spotting stroll around the neighbourhood to get your bearings – you can find authors Ian Fleming, Bram Stoker and Mary Shelley on these storied streets. Stop off at Cadogan Hall to take in a show (one of the oldest venues in London, it puts on everything from jazz to folk), get cupcakes at pink palace Peggy Porschen and get a massage in Eccleston Yards, the local wellness hub. If it’s sunny, take a book to Ebury Gardens and people-watch, or head to the rooftop at The Orange for a blood orange margarita and smoked almonds.
Where to eat & stay in Belgravia
Of course, there are plenty of lovely hotels to choose from in Belgravia, but what about staying in a pub? One of the best known in the area is The Orange Boutique Hotel & Pub, which was recently reopened after an extensive renovation, bringing it back to its former glory. A stalwart in the area since the 1800s, the former brewery is popular with locals and tourists alike, who come here for the relaxed atmosphere and elevated Mediterranean cuisine, including a pizza oven and brand new charcuterie bar. Make sure you experience our Dough Diaries pizza pop-up series this year, where 6 celebrated chefs and cookbook authors bring a distinctive signature wood-fired pizza for a month exclusively to The Orange. Our boutique bedrooms are lovingly furnished with pieces from local designers hailing from the Pimlico Design District and are particularly cosy, with our favourite 100 Acres toiletries in the bathrooms. And with the pub downstairs (or the rooftop bar upstairs), what more could you need?
Shops
If you’re looking for independent shops and boutiques, then you’re in luck. Belgravia’s shopping streets are packed full of them! Pavilion Road is one of our favourites, with everything from foodie stores like London Cheesemongers, Natoora and Bread Ahead, to fashion brands like Olivia von Halle, The White Company and Kate Spade, and it’s completely pedestrianised too, with places to sit in the sunshine in the summer. Motcomb Street is another pedestrianised street, with one of our favourite florists, Neill Strain Floral Couture, and five-storey lifestyle hub Pantechnicon. Then there’s Elizabeth Street, where you can pick up children’s clothes from Pepa & Co, doggy treats at Mungo and Maud, and interior bits at Summerill and Bishop. Basically, you’re going to want to make sure you’ve got enough suitcase space for some bags to come home with you…
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