Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 10 - Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus is possibly the best internationally known area in central London, and about as close as Londoners get to having a City Center not centrally located within the Metropolitan area, but nevertheless, a central London landmark.

Piccadilly Circus dates from 1819 and features the world known aluminum EROS statue in the centre. Known in tourist folklore as the God of Love because of the Cupid like bow and arrow part of the statue, EROS is sometimes refered to as the Angel of Christian Charity, erected in tribute to the Earl of Shaftesbury, a Bible carrying reformer best known for his objections to child labour.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 9 - Piccadilly

Piccadilly is another major London street popluar with the young and wealthy. Piccadilly runs from Hyde Park Cornern to Piccadilly Circus.

Piccadilly is just south of the Mayfair area and is within the City of Westminster. A section of Piccadilly overlooks Green Park. The name is derived from the name of the stiff collars for shirts, known as Piccadills.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 8 - Oxford Street

One of the better known streets in London, Oxford Street, is located in the city of Westminster and is one of the centerpoints of the "West End". The original street location dates back to the Roman times as do so many in the UK.

The current name of Oxford Street was adopted in the 18th century as The Duke of Oxford had purchased much of the surrounding land.

On the present day Oxford Street you will find stores with famous household names such as Selfridges, John Lewis, Debenhams, HMV, Marks and Spencer, Disney Store, and many more. Midway down Oxford Street, close to the intersection with Regent Street, are the more "trendy" stores favored by the young and wealthy, including H&M, United Colours of Benetton, and Niketown.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 7 - Leicester Square

Named after the 2nd Earl of Leicester who purchased four acres of land in 1630, the area has been subject to numerous disputes over land ownership and control, all of which are now resolved.

Leicester Square has the reputation of being THE place to be for entertainment at night, but also has a peaceful park area during the daytime. Here you will find a statue of William Shakespeare standing above a fountain which features a dolphin theme.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 6 - Dean Street

Dean Street runs parallel with Wardour Street between Oxford Street and Shaftesbury Avenue and is another prime eating location for the young and wealthy who are fancying a slightly less opulent atmosphere for a change.

Here you will find a number of internationally themed restaurants, many of which are award holders. The restaurants include Red Fort, Chowki, Pierre Victoire, Akbar, Hamburger Union, Blues Bistro and Bar, Red Veg, Caf Med, Quo Vadis, and many more.

The visitor will also find several comedy clubs on Dean Street including The Bath House and SoHoHo. Also on Dean Street there is the popular Soho Theatre. One notable club here is the Groucho Club, frequented by several well known people.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 4 - Wardour Street

Wardour Street has existed, by one name or another, almost since the beginning of mapping in London.

The current name, as applied to the whole length of the street from Leicester Square to Oxford Street only derives from the 1900's. Previous to that only a portion of the current street was named Wardour Street.

Sir Archibald Wardour was the designer of several of the buildings on the street and it derives its name from him.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 3 - Air Street

Air Street is only a short street, but don't be fooled by the length of this street situated just off Regent Street.

It is a haven for the young and wealthy in London. Here you will find the two most exclusive private clubs and nightspots. funkybuddha is a six star nightclub. You have to register on their guestlist to enjoy admission which is through a keypad entry door and by invitation only.

Music styles include R&B, Hip-Hop, Funky House and Electro. An entry charge is payable and you will need to budget at least 500 UK Pounds or book a table of seven. Another club is Chinawhite, a Chinese themed club with day beds and many opulent features.

Chinawhite is a popular venue for celebrities on Wednesday nights.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 2 - Berkley Street

Just to the north of Green Park, and situated in the exclusive Mayfair district, you will find Berkeley Street leading to Berkeley Square.

This is an area where you will find a mix of interests for the young and wealthy. The visitor will find several notable restaurants and bars including The Mayfair Club, Nobu Berkeley, another celebrity haunt where the likes of Lindsy Lohan have been spotted., Rosie's Bar, Zen Garden, and Funky Buddha nightclub in Berkeley Square.

Expect a number of celebrities, socialites and models at Funky Budda. Like many of the clubs which are favored by celebrities Funky Budda is a private club and admission is by guest list only.

Best Streets in London for the Fun & Wealthy Part 1 - Jermyn Street

A true magnet for the young and wealthy in London, Jermyn Street has very exclusive shops originally catered mainly to the male clientele.

Jermyn Street dates back to the mid 1600's and was the place of residence for many well known people such as Sir Isaac Newton, William Plunkett, and The Duke of Marlborough. Louis Napoleon lived there at the Brunswick Hotel under a pseudonym during his exile.

Jermyn Street has a central location in London's West End and is served by London Underground through it's Piccadilly Circus and Green Park stations. Jermyn Street offers some of the most exclusive hotels in London including the famous boutique hotel 22 Jermyn Street and The Cavandish.

Guide to London - Unknown London

Big Ben is one of the most famous bells in the world as is the Liberty Bell, and both were cast in the same foundry in East London, you can visit the foundry and see bells being cast as they have been for many hundreds of years in this long established factory.

The Whitechapel foundry is where you will find more information. London also has a `not too well kept` secret waterway system with regular boat trips around the London countryside, bookings are available online.

London walks are something most people don`t even think about, the explorer who wants to wander off the beaten track.