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📍 Stanfords London Map Shop
Established in 1853, Stanfords is the UK's first specialist retailer of maps, travel books, and travel accessories. As one of the oldest brands in the UK, the famous Sherlock Holmes is also one of their former customers! In addition to our flagship store in London, we also have a branch in Bristol. Stepping here is like entering an adventurous country. It is a paradise that travelers dream of, and a must-see stop.
💡 Location: 7 Mercer Walk, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9FA (map requestClick here)
💡 Official website:https://www.stanfords.co.uk
💡 Opening hours: 9:00 AM (Mon - Fri)/10:00 AM (Sat)/12:00 PM (Sun) - 6:00 PM
As soon as you enter the left-hand side of the store, you can see the flags of each country arranged neatly. In addition to this, there are also postcards targeted in different parts of the UK, making it easy for travelers to take home and collect them.
As a travel enthusiast, it is true that quite a few people record every moment of their trip. Here you can find a notebook with a map as the cover. In addition to single-line paper, there are also drawing options, so we can record every journey in text and drawing.
In addition to the notebook on the cover of the map, there is also a collection of all kinds of beautiful notebooks. Many styles are relatively rare in other bookstores, from pure and mature ones to retro ones, suitable for different uses or collectibles.
Stanfords has two floors. From the ground, you can reach the first level of the basement where the mystery is hidden by passing a staircase full of maps. What comes into view is a wall with various globes, which is simply a paradise for travelers. As soon as I got to this level, I was once again inspired to explore outside.
As an old brand for travel accessories, it also has a collection of tools used by explorers in the past when traveling. Includes calendar, magnifying glass, compass, etc. Each piece shows the wisdom of the ancients, and the retro design has a different flavor.
And the most complete preservation here is the map of each country. If you're still thinking about your next destination, here you can get comprehensive information about every country and city. Or feel free to walk around here, pick the next location at random, and start your next trip!
After spending time here, you can order a cup of coffee at the cafe on the ground floor. Stay a little longer in this enchanting environment and quietly experience the possibilities of sightseeing.
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