'''Oxford Street''' is the main shopping street in London and is the busiest street in Europe.

Get in

The Tube is probably the best way to reach Oxford Street; although there are plenty of buses serving the area, the traffic congestion is pretty bad, and the wait is lengthy. The Central Line runs pretty much directly beneath Oxford Street at this point, with four stations along its length: Marble Arch, Bond Street (also served by the Jubilee Line), Oxford Circus (also served by the Bakerloo and Victoria lines), and Tottenham Court Road (also served by the Charing Cross branch of the Northern Line). If possible, avoid Oxford Circus Station, as its layout is confusing and it's also very busy; at times it can be difficult to get out of the station at all due to pedestrian congestion outside.

See

Do

Buy

A shopping mecca since 1908, Oxford St will max out your credit card and will provide you with a store for anything you need. Selfridges is worth a visit for its food hall; it also has a great selection of bottled beers. John Lewis is good for fabrics, knitting supplies, other crafts, furniture, and homewares in general. Intersecting Oxford Street proper is Regent Street, which houses the famous Liberty department store, again worth a visit for fabrics and home furnishings. A little further east from Regent Street is Tottenham Court Road, which hosts regular computer fairs where you can pick up computer components very cheaply.

If your taste is a little more expensive, try Bond Street. Synonymous with international designers and luxury goods, it's a great way to experience London's finest at it's best!

Eat

Feeling hungry on Oxford Street? Pop into Benjys sandwich shop for the best value + tasty sandwiches, etc.

  • '''Carluccio's Caffe''', St. Christopher_fs Place. M-Fri 8-11, Sa 9-11, Su 10-10. 020 7935 5927. Creative Italian cuisine, main courses 6__-15__. Enjoy a bottle of Pinot Grigio at the bar while waiting for a table to free.
  • Drink

    Recently refurbished, "The Tottenham" pub claims to be the only pub on the whole of Oxford Street. You can't miss it as it's right on the corner of Oxford Street opposite Tottenham Court Road tube station.

    Sleep

  • Youth Hostel. 4 Noel St. 70 5984. Busy, vibrant hotel ideal for backpackers.

    Contact