Route Walkthrough
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Green Park Station
Oxford Circus Station
1.4 km
Early Mornings
easy
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Historical Sites & Landmarks
The Royal Academy of the Arts
The Royal Academy of the Arts, located in Burlington House on Piccadilly, is an independent art institution founded in 1768. It promotes the visual arts through exhibitions, education, and debate, and is widely respected as a cultural cornerstone in London’s art world.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street is London’s foremost shopping street and one of the busiest retail avenues in Europe. Stretching about 1.2 miles from Marble Arch to Tottenham Court Road, it’s lined with flagship department stores, globally known brands, and constant foot traffic.
Oxford Circus
Oxford Circus is the junction where Oxford Street meets Regent Street. It’s a major shopping and crossing point in the city, famous for its “magic roundabout” pedestrian crossings and for being at the heart of the West End shopping district.
Regent Street
Regent Street runs southwards from Oxford Circus into the heart of the West End. Designed by John Nash, it features bold curves and grand façades, and is known for its premium retail shops, flagship brands, and lively Christmas lights.
Liberty London
Liberty London is a famed department store located on Great Marlborough Street. It’s well known for its mock-Tudor façade and its distinctive selection of luxury goods, including fabrics, fashion, homewares, and crafts, often with an artisanal or designer slant.
The Ritz
The Ritz is one of London’s most prestigious luxury hotels, located in Piccadilly. Opened in 1906, it is synonymous with opulence, exceptional service, and Edwardian elegance—especially famous for its afternoon tea, grand ballrooms, and high-society associations.
Carnaby Street
Carnaby Street sits in the Soho district and rose to global fame in the 1960s as a centre of fashion and counterculture. Today it blends modern boutiques, independent brands, and lively cafes, retaining a distinct, trendy character in the heart of London.
Bond Street
Bond Street is one of London’s premier shopping addresses, particularly known for luxury brands, high-end jewellery, and designer fashion. It comprises both New Bond Street and Old Bond Street, linking Piccadilly to Oxford Street.
Piccadilly
Piccadilly is a broad street in the West End that stretches from Hyde Park Corner to Piccadilly Circus, flanked by prestigious hotels (like The Ritz), shops, and historic buildings. It serves as a key artery in central London.
Green Park
Green Park is a Royal Park located between Hyde Park and St James’s Park. It is more understated than its neighbouring parks, known for its open lawns, mature trees, and as a tranquil green space close to Buckingham Palace.
Things to Do Along the Route
Twist Museum
The Twist Museum on Oxford Street is an interactive space dedicated to exploring the science and art of optical illusions. Through playful exhibits that challenge perception, visitors of all ages can engage with mind-bending experiences that blur the line between reality and illusion. It’s a fun, Instagram-worthy stop that surprises at every turn.
Tea at the Ritz
Elegantly served in the Palm Court of The Ritz hotel, afternoon tea is a quintessential London experience. Patrons enjoy finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and delicate pastries under glittering chandeliers in a refined Edwardian setting. It’s as much about the ambience and ritual as the food.