Retail therapy is one way to put a smile on anyone’s face, and I somewhat find it difficult to imagine that there are people out there who do not enjoy getting something new for themselves. Most shopaholics come to London for the ultimate shopping experience the city is the centre of high street fashion and some of the best designers have their headquarters in London. With the holiday season slowly approaching you will find that most retailers start making way for their annual Christmas sales. Another day worth checking out if you enjoy bargain hunting is Black Friday. To make the shopping process easy for you, we will look at some of the best places to go shopping in Paddington.
Paperchase
Located inside Paddington Station, you will find several shops and eateries just like you would at any shopping centre. Paperchase is a gift store that sells everything from greeting cards to unique souvenirs representing Paddington. The store is part of a larger retail chain and the best place to go if you are looking to buy personalized stationery and paper items. From Park Grand Paddington Hotel you can get to Park Grand Station on foot, and it will link you directly to Heathrow Airport using the Heathrow Express.
Address: Unit 45, Paddington Station, Praed St, London W2 1HB, United Kingdom.
Paddington Hardware
Something we often forget to mention when listing the best places to shop is hardware and craft shops. At times you find yourself in situations where you are looking for a place to buy handyman goods during your stay in London. At Paddington Hardware you will get all your DIY goods at a reasonable price. They are open Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays.
Address: Spring St, Paddington, London W2 3RA, United Kingdom.
Hotel Chocolat
Spoil your loved ones with something sweet this Christmas. Don’t be fooled by the name Hotel Chocolat is certainly no place to sleep, although some would argue that being surrounded in chocolate is the only accommodation one needs. At this shop, you can get a variety of decadent chocolate treats. They are part of a chocolate chain and have their own Saint Lucia cocoa plantation. They are open daily until late, so make sure to pass by before leaving Paddington.
Address: Unit 20, Paddington Rail Station, Praed St, Paddington, London W2 1EE, United Kingdom.
Padiciya Wine London
This is a quick convenience store that sells a bit of everything from fruit and vegetables to wines and junk food. Great for those late nights when you realize you’ve forgotten to buy something while doing your groceries. One of the best things about Padiciya Wine London is they are open 24hours. Alternatively, you can scrap the cooking and head over to Park Grand Restaurant London to enjoy some freshly prepared meals where you don’t have to worry about whether you’ve forgotten to purchase something from the store.
Address: 14 London St, Paddington, London W2 1HL, United Kingdom