How to experience Taylor Swift’s London at pubs, parks and Portobello Road.
The Taylor Swift effect has become a global phenomenon. After the American superstar tied the knot in Madison Square Garden, fans are desperate for details about the wedding. The celebrations coincided with the United States’ 250th anniversary, and welcomed celebrities galore. If you could not make it to New York, you can still follow in her well-heeled footsteps and visit her favourite spots in our guide to Taylor Swift’s London.
The restaurants and bars Taylor has visited in London — and even named checked-in songs — have seen a surge in visitors. Note: a Taylor sighting is not guaranteed, but a Swiftie sighting is highly likely. She has penned many a lyric about London, from the song “London Boy” with its geographically challenged itinerary, to her 2024 album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which put “The Black Dog“ on the map. Her love for London is real, as she bought homes in Crouch End and Primrose Hill. Her list of ex-lovers – à la “Blank Space” – includes local lads: Joe Alwyn, Harry Styles, Matt Healy and Tom Hiddleston. FACT listened, logged and learnt from the hits. Here is a glorious guide to Taylor Swift’s London.
Abbey Road Studios
The Beatles put Abbey Road Studios on the musical map with their album, Abbey Road. In 2021, Taylor visited the studio and recorded her song Christmas Tree Farm. Visitors are welcome to recreate John, George, Paul and Ringo’s famous zebra crossing pose, and sign their name on the wall. The studio itself is not open to the public, but you can visit Abbey Road Studios Shop. Pick up music memorabilia from stars who have recorded in the world-famous venue.
Where: Abbey Road Studios, 5 Abbey Road, London NW8 9AA
When: Monday to Saturday from 9am to 8pm
Contact: https://shop.abbeyroad.com
Bob Bob Ricard
Champagne at the press of a button sounds like a luxury limited to celebrities. At Bob Bob Ricard, you can feel like an A-lister. Taylor, Ed Sheeran and Cherry Seaborn visited the restaurant’s Soho branch, and it was rumoured that it was to celebrate her then-boyfriend’s birthday. The menu combines British and French influences, boasting beautiful booths that are perfect for privacy. Other locations include Bob Bob Ricard in the City, and Bebe Bob, coming soon to Golden Square.
Where: Bob Bob Ricard,1 Upper James St, London W1F 9DF
When: Daily from 12pm to 12am
Contact: www.bobbobricard.com
Camden Market
Camden has been home to some of Britain’s most famous musicians, including Amy Winehouse, Dua Lia and Oasis. Taylor is an Anglophile, and sang in London Boy: “I enjoy walking Camden Market in the afternoon”. The north London area is home to more than 1,000 shops and stalls, punk fashion and vintage items. The iconic music venues include The Dublin Castle, KOKO and Roundhouse.
Where: Camden Market, 54-56 Camden Lock Place, London NW1 8AF
When: Daily 10am to 7pm
Contact: www.camdenmarket.com
Charbonnel Et Walker
No trip to London is complete without souvenirs. In 2012, Taylor was seen stocking up on Charbonnel Et Walker on Old Bond Street. The British brand is renowned for its delectable treats, crafted from the finest ingredients. Take your pick from chocolates, hampers, truffles and more. London locations include Broadgate Circle, Canary Wharf, Harrods and Selfridges.
Where: Charbonnel Et Walker, The Royal Arcade, Old Bond Street, London W1S 4BT
When: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 6.30pm, Sunday from 11.30am to 5.30pm
Contact: https://charbonnel.co.uk
Gymkhana
Taylor and Travis’ relationship got spicy, as they were seen visiting the FACT Dining Award winning Indian restaurant, Gymkhana. Located in Mayfair, it boast an unassuming entrance with a dark green façade, black and white photos of cricket clubs, deer heads, fringed lamps and wooden ceiling fans. In a clip on Instagram, Taylor was seen feeding Travis curry, and he declared: “I love Indian food now”.
Where: Gymhkana, 42 Albemarle Street, Mayfair, London, W1S 4JH
When: Daily from 12pm to 2.30pm and 5.30pm to 10.30pm
Contact: https://gymkhanarestaurants.com
Hampstead Heath
Taylor is a country kid, after all, so it comes as no surprise to find that she loves Hampstead Heath. Spanning 320 hectares, it includes wild woodlands, meadows and ponds, and the fans believe she has taken the plunge. In the song Paper Rings, she sings: “In the winter, in the icy outdoor pools”. And, in “London Boy”, she states: “Stella McCartney on the Heath”.
Where: Hampstead Heath, Hampstead Lane, London, NW3 7JP
Contact: https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk
Hyde Park
Taylor has gone from striding solo in Hyde Park to playing a sell-out show at BST Hyde Park. In 2012, she was spotted under an umbrella as she visited the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain. She then smiled at the swans and stopped at Simon Gudgeon’s Isis Statue. The park is home to cafés, restaurants, cycling and, of course, concerts in the summer.
Where: Hyde Park, London, W2 2UH
When: Daily from 5am to midnight
Contact: www.royalparks.org.uk
Kentish Delight Kebab Shop
When you have a favourite kebab shop, you know you’re a Londoner. Taylor earned her red, blue and white stripes when she visited Kentish Delight in Kentish Town. The unassuming store features the sensational sign “The Best Kebab in London” and welcomed the star and her then-boyfriend, Joe. After she visited, the fans followed. The joint sells burgers, fish and chicken dishes, and, of course, kebabs. Apparently, she likes a chicken shish kebab with chilli sauce.
Where: Kentish Delight Kebab Shop, 381 Kentish Town Road, London, NW5 2TJ
When: Daily from 12pm to midnight
Contact: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CdJtVKfQwnByHjmG6
Liberty London
Liberty London is one of the city’s most beautiful shops. Located on Regent Street, the mock Tudor building dates back to 1875. Taylor shared that she wrote the song “Clean” after “walking out of Liberty in London”. While lyrical inspiration might not strike in the same way, clothing inspiration should. The store is famous for its luxury fabrics, designer clothing, stationery and beauty products.
Where: Liberty London, Regent Street, London, W1B 5AH
When: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 8pm, Sunday from 11.30am to 6pm
ontact: www.libertylondon.com
Portobello Road Market
Portobello Road Market is bustling with antiques, vintage fashion and food. Established in 1865, it is home to a treasure trove of items. Visit on a Saturday to see the half-mile-long shops and stalls. In 2012, Taylor visited the antique dealer, Alice’s, which sells period furniture. She spent the day with a friend and was spotted exploring the West London area. Be sure to visit the vibrant streets, lined with homes in pretty pastel colours.
Where: Portobello Road Market, Portobello Road, London, W11 1LJ
When: Daily from 8am to 7pm
Concat: https://visitportobello.com
Spaniard’s Inn Pub & Restaurant
A guide to Taylor Swift’s London would be not be complete without pubs. If the walls of Spaniard’s Inn Pub & Restaurant could talk, we would listen. Not only does it date back to 1585, but it is rumoured that Taylor would visit with her then-boyfriend, Joe. Located in Hampstead, it is filled with legends, which a lyricist would surely love. John Keats wrote Ode to a Nightingale here, and it featured in Charles Dickens’ The Pickwick Papers. Don’t leave without eating the Battered Fresh Atlantic Haddock and Chips.
Where: Spaniard’s Inn Pub & Restaurant, Spaniards Road, London, NW3 7JJ
When: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 11pm, Sunday from 11.30am to 10.30pm
Contact: www.thespaniardshampstead.co.uk
The Black Dog
If Taylor were to be a North and South Londoner, it’s more likely she’d be north of the river. That changed, however, with her 2024 album, The Tortured Poets Department. The song “The Black Dog” is not only a reference used by the former Prime Minister Winston Churchill to describe depression, but also the name of a South London pub. After the line, “into some bar called The Black Dog,” entered the airwaves, Swifties have descended on the Vauxhall pub.
Where: The Black Dog, 112 Vauxhall Walk, London, SE11 5ER
When: Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 11pm, Sunday from 12pm to 10pm
Contact: https://theblackdogvauxhall.co.uk
The BoTree
In May 2026, Taylor and Travis partied the night away at The BoTree in Marylebone. The couple attended Poppy Delevingne’s 40th birthday bash. The celebrity guest list included Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice. The hotel redefines conscious luxury and is home to 199 guest rooms and 30 suites. We wonder if Taylor was inspired at the hotel; the name pays homage to the Bodhi Tree, which is where the Buddha is said to have achieved enlightenment.
Where: The BoTree, 30 Marylebone Lane, London, W1U 2DR
Contact: https://www.thebotree.com
The Flask
What do Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley and Taylor Swift have in common? Sure, they all know how to write a line, but they were also all regulars at The Flask. Located in Highgate, the pub dates back to 1663 – just three years before the Great Fire of London. Taylor has been spotted drinking pints of London Pride at the pub. Plus, the menu puts British produce in the spotlight, from a Battered Haddock to English Pea Ravioli.
Where: The Flask, 77 Highgate Hill, London N6 6BU
When: Monday to Saturday from 11am to 11pm, Sunday from 12pm to 10.30pm
Contact: www.theflaskhighgate.com
The Savoy
No itinerary to Taylor Swift’s London would be complete without The Savoy, one of the capital’s most luxurious hotels. Located on the Strand, it dates back to 1889. The five-star hotel has welcomed celebrities including Elizabeth Taylor, Judy Garland, The Beatles and, of course, Taylor. She held a Vanity Fair photoshoot in the Beaufort Bar and shot the Endgame music video in the Royal Suite. The hotel is also home to the American Bar and Savoy Grill, which has a 100-year-old menu.
Where: The Savoy, Strand, London, WC2R 0EZ
Contact: www.thesavoylondon.com