The area of Mayfair lies in the very centre of London, and is called so because of the historic 15 day fair which was once held there. The aristocratic citizens of Mayfair stopped this due to its drawing unsavory poorer people. Today the area is full of large attractive houses, home to rich and influential people due to the area’s famously high rent and property prices. Mayfair is home to many beautiful little parks and historic squares making it a very charming area for a visit whilst in London. The largest and most renowned squares are Berkeley, Hanover and Grosvenor Square.
Although Mayfair has a reputation for being “a little posh” there are plenty of things to see and do which will not break the bank:
o Shepherds Market is an old London gem nestled into this part of town, lined with pubs, small restaurants, and shops.
o Clubs like Mahiki draw the younger crowd.
o Whilst the older crowds are more likely to be found in the Dover Street Wine Bar.
o Visit 50 Berkeley Square – said to be London’s most haunted house.
o Brown Hart Gardens – the strangest public gardens made entirely of stone.
o Enjoy Green Park, one of the city’s smaller royal parks.
o Handel House Museum – is the former home to the famous composer George Frideric Handel.
o Explore the well kept secret Mayfair gardens of Moor Street Gardens & Mount Street Gardens which are idyllic havens amidst the pretty streets of Mayfair.
There are numerous Art Galleries to attend including the popular:
o Scream London - view artwork by Ronnie Wood and others.
o The Institute of Contemporary Art – with a cinema, gig venue, and 3 galleries.
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