Carnaby Street is a trendy shopping and dining destination in London’s Soho, famous for its independent boutiques, fashion brands, and vibrant nightlife. Known as the birthplace of 1960s Swinging London, it remains a hub for fashion, music, and culture. The area features over 100 shops, bars, and restaurants, including unique concept stores and pop-ups. It’s also famous for its colorful street decorations and Christmas lights, making it a must-visit for shoppers and tourists alike.
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Recommended by 83% of travelers, 
TripAdvisor – 4.1/5 (1.5K+ Reviews), 
oogle – 0/5 (0 Reviews), Awards – #3 of best shopping streets in London, Location – Soho, London • 2.5 mi (4 km) from city center, Duration: 2-3 hours, Admission – free, Category – Shopping Streets, Shopping Destinations.
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Dishoom Carnaby 91% • Indian $$-$$$ • 1 min walk / Flat Iron Soho 89% • Steakhouse $$-$$$ • 2 min walk / The Ivy Soho Brasserie 81% • European $$-$$$ • 4 min walk / Yauatcha Soho 86% • Chinese $$$$ • 4 min walk / Goodman Mayfair 93% • Steakhouse $$$$ • 5 min walk / Brasserie Zedel 86% • French $$-$$$ • 5 min walk / Hawksmoor Air Street 92% • Steakhouse $$-$$$ • 6 min walk / Blacklock Soho 94% • Steakhouse $$-$$$ • 6 min walk / Gaucho Piccadilly 89% • Steakhouse $$-$$$ • 7 min walk / Hakkasan Mayfair 85% • Asian $$$$ • 8 min walk / Benares Mayfair 87% • Indian $$$$ • 10 min walk / Sexy Fish Mayfair 82% • Asian $$$$ • 10 min walk / See all…
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Blacklock Soho 94% • Steak house $$-$$$ • 3 min walk /
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