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Marylebone (usually / ˈmɑːrlɪbən /, also / ˈmærɪləbən, ˈmærɪbən / [1]) is an area in London, England and is located in the City of Westminster. It is in Central London and part of the West End. Oxford Street forms its southern boundary.
- The Regent’s Park. It won’t come as a surprise that one of the best and most popular things to do in a Marylebone area guide is to take a wander around the expansive local landmark that is the Regent’s Park.
- Explore the High Street. Marylebone High Street is a classic London high street made up of high end fashion and homeware stores, independent boutiques, wine bars and some of the best charity shops on this side of the city.
- The Wallace Collection. The Wallace Collection may not be as well known as the V&A or Natural History Museum, but this once private residence turned free museum is a real hidden gem amongst London’s museum scene.
- Madame Tussauds. It might be a bit cheesy, but posing with your favorite celebrities is a quintessential London activity, and one of the top things to do in Marylebone.
Tucked behind the nightmare that is Oxford Street, the quiet streets of well-heeled Marylebone couldn’t stand in starker contrast. Stroll around and you’ll discover an area rich in history, with quirky museums sitting alongside independent shops, traditional pubs next to chic boutiques.
- Dine at Chiltern Firehouse. Address. 1 Chiltern Street, London W1U 7PA, UK. Phone +44 20 7073 7676. Half-restaurant and half-boutique hotel, Chiltern Firehouse is the place to see and be seen in Marylebone.
- Peruse Daunt Books. Address. 84 Marylebone High Street, London W1U 4QW, UK. Phone +44 20 7224 2295. Located on Marylebone High Street, Daunt Books is an independent bookshop catering to travelers (as well as those just looking for a good read).
- Visit Madame Tussauds London. You may not be able to catch a glimpse of the Queen while in London. Still, you can see her wax figurine at Madame Tussauds London, a massive collection of more than 250 wax statues of celebrities and iconic figures, including the royal family.
- Line Up for The Sherlock Holmes Museum. Address. 221b Baker Street, London NW1 6XE, UK. Phone +44 20 7224 3688. Sherlock Holmes may be a fictional literary character, but the detective still has his own museum on Baker Street.
- Make Travel Plans At Daunt Books. Daunt Books is the bookstore for travelers. Not only is the inside simply gorgeous with its arches, grand stained glass window, and wooden stairs leading up to a mezzanine floor, but the offerings are fantastic.
- Hunt For Treasures At Alfies Antique Market. Is there anything better than browsing an antique shop for a bargain? Alfies Antique Market, a 10-minute walk from Marylebone High Street, contains several floors full of treasures.
- Catch The Old Masters At The Wallace Collection. Located in a luxurious townhouse just off of Marylebone High Street, the Wallace Collection is like a who’s who of Old Masters.
- Enjoy A Fish Finger Sandwich At Coco Momo. Every time I’m in London, I make time to pop into Coco Momo for either a drink, breakfast, or lunch. The old corner building oozes charm, the staff members are friendly, and the people-watching is perfect.
Marylebone is the site of a medieval village and takes it name from a small church (St. Mary) found in this area next to a stream (bourne). This is a lovely area to visit, having much retained much of its village feel.
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A neighborhood guide to Marylebone, one of the most upmarket areas in London. Marylebone is a quiet and peaceful part of the city, a place of culture, where you’ll find a world-class art gallery, an internationally renowned concert hall, and lots of small cafes, restaurants and independent shops.
