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5 reasons to visit Oxford Street this summer


Oxford Street is renowned for its shopping but there’s an abundance of culinary and cultural experiences on offer, too. Here’s five reasons to put Oxford Street on your summer itinerary


1. Unmissable eateries You’ll be spoilt for choice, with restau- rants on Oxford Street offering cuisines from all over the world and a place to rest your legs after a busy day hitting the shops. With an award-winning bar and


views of the city skyline, Aqua Kyoto specialises in mouth-watering Japanese cooking. You simply have to try their shrimp tempura and omakase sushi. If you’re with a group of friends who


all like to eat different things or you’re looking to try something new, head to Market Halls for a selection of street food vendors guaranteed to suit every type of eater.


2. Immersive experiences Coined a playground for your percep- tions, Twist Museum in an immersive experience built to test the power of your mind. Just seconds from Oxford Circus Underground Station, this is suitable


for all ages and offers something you’ll have never encountered before. If you appreciate your art, then a visit


to Frameless is a must. Te UK’s largest permanent multi-sensory experience features four art galleries and the world’s greatest masterpieces presented in ways you won’t have seen anywhere else.


3. British classics No trip to London is complete without a traditional afternoon tea — and Bond St Tea Rooms serves up its version with a modern Mediterranean twist. Whether you choose from the selection of teas or upgrade to a glass of fizz, the English finger sandwiches, Italian cicchetti and decadent desserts will satisfy both your taste buds and your Instagram feed. And if you’re in search of more British


gastronomy, book in at the historic yet sophisticated Berners Tavern. Open from breakfast


through dinner, its menus are designed around the freshest


Many iconic British shopping institutions are proud to call Oxford Street home including Selfridges, M&S and John Lewis


seasonal ingredients available, giving


give you a true taste of English cuisine. Its Sunday roasts are a real winner, too.


4. Competitive spirit Get a team of friends together and book a slot at Boom Battle Bar or Swingers, then choose from an eclectic mix of games. From augmented reality axe-throwing and darts to crazy golf and shuffleboard, each activity will help bring out your competitive side. Tere are even karaoke booths in case you’re in the mood to unleash your inner Tina Turner.


5. Famous retail therapy Many iconic British shopping insti- tutions


are proud to call Oxford


Street home, including Selfridges, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis & Partners and you could easily spend a day browsing the aisles in these department stores. But there are plenty more shopping opportunities, too. Te likes of Mango,


Zara, H&M and Bershka are perfect for fashionable yet affordable buys, while brands such as Massimo Dutti, Reiss and Flannels bring you a unique mix of beau- tifully tailored pieces, occasionanwear and designer finds.


In fact, you may find yourself


taking more suitcases home than you came with.


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