In town for Taylor Swift’s Eras tour? Here’s where to shop, eat, drink and stay in Knightsbridge (Taylor’s Version) until you have to say, ‘So long, London’
Take a Swift-inspired day out in Knightsbridge
Stay at The Lanesborough Hotel
As any Swiftie knows, Taylor Swift loves cats so the perfect Eras tour itinerary starts with meeting The Lanesborough‘s most famous resident, Lilibet. The Siberian Forest cat joined the Knightsbridge hotel as a kitten in 2019 and has delighted guests (famous or not) ever since.
Hyde Park Corner, SW1X 7TA
Visit Taylor Swift Songbook Trail across V&A South Kensington
Start your day by exploring the free Taylor Swift exhibition showcasing a range of her iconic looks. Each of the 13 stops celebrates a chapter in the artist’s musical journey, from the cowboy boots of her country days to the ruffled black dress of her Tortured Poets Department era.
Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL
Eat at The Rosebery at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
When Taylor sang, ‘And now I love high tea, stories from uni and the West End’, she might very well have been talking about The Rosebery at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park. Swift was spotted leaving the iconic hotel in 2013, much to the delight of waiting fans. Treat yourself to one of London’s most celebrated afternoon tea menus, served daily from noon to 6:30pm.
66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA
Refresh your wardrobe
From AllSaints‘ edgy, grungy vibe, which was made for channelling Reputation (think everything from leather jackets to studded dresses) to Versace’s Taylor-esque silver slip dress (head to the Harrods’ boutique) and Needle & Thread’s selection of purple ruffled dresses to rival that iconic Speak Now album cover, over at Harvey Nichols, there’s no end of Eras inspiration. Knightsbridge’s luxury shopping will have you strutting to the concert saying, ‘Ooh, look what you made me do…’
61 Brompton Road, SW3 1DP
Get dolled up at BeautySpot Salon
Taylor Swift understands the power of hair. When she moved away from country music, she left the soft curls behind and debuted a full fringe for Red. Whether you want to rock a bob 1989-style or Veronica Lake waves à la The Tortured Poets Department, BeautySpot salon has everything you need spread over two floors.
54 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7JN
Shop at Tiffany & Co. in Harrods
Make like the 14-time Grammy Award-winning artist by heading to Harrods to pick up a Tiffany T diamond wire ring – as worn by Taylor Swift during the London leg of her Eras tour. The fact that the double Ts could so easily stand for Travis and Taylor is another delicious Easter egg.
87-135 Brompton Road, SW1X 7XL
Drink at Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar at Harrods
Speaking of rings and potential engagements, relive another Taylor Swift album – namely, Evermore – by curing any “champagne problems” at the Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar located in the Harrods Beauty Halls. Here, you’ll find something sparkling to drink underneath the mirror-ball bar (almost as “bejewelled” as your Eras outfit).
87-135 Brompton Road, SW1X 7XL
Recover at The HVN
After dancing the night away, it’s time to book in for some much-needed R&R. Inspired by heritage therapies and the Japanese rituals of forest bathing, The HVN takes a leaf out of Folklore by drawing inspiration from nature. Experience a holistic approach to wellness with bespoke treatments until you feel August slip away into a moment in time. Alternatively, explore the treatment menu at The Berkeley Spa – how about the Surrenne Oxygeneo Facial so you can “hydrate, illuminate and glam” your way to Wembley!
The HVN, 57-63 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7BF; The Berkeley, Wilton Place, Knightsbridge SW1X 7RL
From Knightsbridge, take the Piccadilly line to Green Park where you’ll change for the Jubilee line all the way to Wembley Park station for Wembley Stadium and The Eras Tour (showing 15-20 August 2024)
Words: Theresa Harold
