Burlington Arcade
A covered Regency shopping arcade of jewellers and boutiques opened in 1819, still kept in order by beadles in top hats and frock coats.
- Shopping
- Price: Free
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Did you know
Whistling has long been banned in the arcade, reportedly because it was a pickpockets' signal, and its beadles were originally drawn from Lord Cavendish's regiment, the 10th Royal Hussars.
Local tip
Open every day: 8am to 7pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm Saturday and 11am to 6pm Sunday. It is about 180 metres long, so it works as a quick detour between Piccadilly and Burlington Gardens.
Finding it
- Address
- 51 Piccadilly, London W1J 0QJ
- Nearest station
- Green Park (Tube), 299 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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- Fortnum & MasonA Piccadilly grocer and department store founded in 1707, known for its food hall, hampers and afternoon tea, and for a facade clock with bowing founders.
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