Fulham, London

Antiques and curios expedition

🕒 Mid morning, Lunchtime

Unearth a treasure trove of collectables as you discover London's fascinating antique stores and luxury shops

Start your tour by visiting one of London's oldest buildings, Fulham Palace, uncovering the paintings, archaeology and artefacts that trace the history of the Palace site from prehistoric times.

Take an iconic London red bus, on the number 22 route, and travel into the heart of the famous King's Road. Here you will find a collection of antique stores, where you can buy your very own piece of history. After perusing the showrooms of the Furniture and Arts Building, take a well earned rest and enjoy lunch at Jak's Kings Road.

Hop onto the number 22 route again and journey into the salubrious Mayfair district. Walk down the iconic Salville Row, with its host of gentlemen's tailors, then through the splendid Burlington Arcade, with its exclusive boutique stores. Your tour then ends at the Fortnam and Mason department store, where you can delight in the surroundings of one of the worlds most famous and luxurious stores.

Practical information

Expect a lot of walking — wear comfortable clothes and good shoes

6 hours 30 minutes

1.3 miles

Next available

Thursday 28 May 2026

Class/Price

standard

Physical activity level

moderate

Itinerary

Fulham Palace

Construction began on the palace in the mid-13th century, although there had been a manor house on the site since at least AD 704. The palace served as the opulent residence of the Bishops of London and can now be toured

Stay for 1 hour

Bus

Take the number 22 bus from the Putney Bridge Station / Gonville Street (FH) bus stop and get off the bus at the Rumbold Road (GC) bus stop

Travel for 30 minutes

Gutlin Clocks & Antiques

Gutlin Clocks and Antiques offer quality clocks of the 18th and 19th centuries, specialising in French Mantel Clocks and Longcase clocks in mahogany walnut and oak

Stay for 10 minutes

Julia Boston Antiques

Julia Boston Antiques specialises in fine quality French antiques & decoration. The collection includes 18th & 19th century French furniture, 17th & 18th century tapestries, and decorative paintings

Stay for 10 minutes

Guinevere Antiques

Guinevere mixes different styles and eras of furniture together, both Ancient and Modern, from the East and the West

Stay for 10 minutes

Furniture & Arts Building

Set on 3 floors, the building hosts a mix of showrooms and galleries showcasing an eclectic collection of antiques, fine art, rare 20th-century objects, high-quality furniture, objects d’art, and other curios

Stay for 45 minutes

Jak's Kings Road

A selection of modern Italian around the world dishes served with handcrafted cocktails

Stay for 1 hour

Bus

Take the number 22 bus from the Worlds End Health Centre (GD) bus stop and get off the bus at the Conduit Street (Q) bus stop

Travel for 45 minutes

Saville Row

The street is renowned for its concentration of bespoke tailors catering to men's high-end fashion. It maintains its traditional character with independent shops, and a focus on meticulous craftsmanship

Stay for 10 minutes

Burlington Arcade

Opened in 1819, the arcade now boasts 46 boutiques, many of which are exclusive to the arcade

Stay for 30 minutes

Fortnum & Mason

Fortnum & Mason, a majestic emporium on Piccadilly since 1707, reigns as London's premier luxury retailer, offering gourmet groceries, high fashion, and bespoke hampers

Stay for 45 minutes

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