WHAT: Slap bang in the centre of London, Carnaby is full to the brim with world-famous stores, unique independent shops and some of the best and most diverse restaurants the capital has to offer. Check out maximalist clothing at Kat Maconie; sought-after aftermarket trainers and streetwear at OG Kicks; beautiful and unique brass jewellery at Mor; or get your thrift on at Mind, Carnaby’s first permanent charity shop.

For a bite to eat, don’t miss Inko Nito, unconventional robatayaki Japanese fare dishing up the likes of black cod and beef check from the robata grill; or head to Kingly Court where you’ll find the likes of Pizza Pilgrims, Dirty Bones and The Rum Kitchen. In the evening, there’s plenty of glamorous bars to choose from if you fancy a night cap (our favourite is speakeasy cocktail bar Nightjar, where you can relax with a showstopping bev to a background of live music).

If you want to make the most of this vibrant area, you’ll want to reserve a whole day – there’s over 160 brands spanning fashion, beauty, interiors and lifestyle to explore – or better yet, check into the Soho Hotel, the area’s trendiest, sleekest place to call home for the night. Choose from 85 bedrooms and suites, or apartments boasting their own street entrance and private elevator, with enormous, cloud-like beds and colourful, contemporary interiors you’ll want to copy in your own home ASAP. Don’t miss breakfast at the Refuel Bar & Restaurant (we can wholeheartedly recommend the scrambled eggs and smoked salmon).

For more information, visit carnaby.co.uk.

WHERE: Carnaby Street, W1. 🚇 Oxford Circus