Have you ever wondered what London was like in the twenties? Adorable cars roaming the city, and imagine an Art Deco world of nightclubs dressed people–a world that with luxury blended sector for the very first time, and had a lot of fun. You might think that it’s impossible to experience a night outside in the 1920sbut for the modern traveler, a lot was left by the twenties behind.
The Art Deco style of architecture and layout loved and is loud and lavish, demanding to be noticed. The easiest way to spot Art Deco is to look for shapes and lines, but you’ll understand it when you are feeling. Here are hints for travel back to London in time on a visit.
Art Deco in London
Stay
Luxurious: 45 Park Lane is a luxe five-star hotel located across the road from Hyde Park. From the lobby into the rooms and suites, this resort celebrates everything Art Deco with all the touches thrown in, including remote-control window shades. This hotel is our top pick for living outside the Art Deco fantasy that is full.
Boutique: The Wellesley Knightsbridge is a small-yet-stylish hotel located in the city centre. Home to a few of the most well-known jazz venues in London, the music heritage of the property is celebrated throughout the resort in its Art Deco style.
Budget: An affordable option, Green Rooms is located in the area of Wood Green. While the inside is a party of many styles of artwork, the Art Deco draw of this hotel is the building itself.
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Eltham Palace: Traveling Somewhat outside London for a tour of an Art Deco castle. While it appears medieval on the exterior, the interior is a testament to the decadence of Art Deco design.
Senate House: For a taste of quintessential Art Deco architecture, stop by the University of London to see the Senate House. This building is a famed Art Deco relic that’s been featured in films like The Dark Knight Rises, and inspired the Ministry of Truth in George Orwell’s novel 1984.
Broadcasting House: The headquarters of the BBC, built in 1932, is just another one of London’s Art Deco classics. Head inside to view many of the interior’s Art Deco details that still stay, starting with the marble reception area. You can have a peek.
Charles Holden Underground Stations: In London, Art Deco is around you, and at times even beneath. Explore London from Tube and keep an eye out for stations designed by the Art Deco architect Charles Holden. You may find the listing of stations here.
Eat
CUT: Even if you’re not staying at 45 Park Lane, then you can still try its glamorous restaurant, Wolfgang Puck’s CUT. It’s a lavish and quiet spot to enjoy steak.
Massimo Restaurant and Bar: For a grandiose dinner at a matching setting, visit Massimo in Trafalgar Square to enjoy authentic Italian food at a high-ceilinged Art Deco dining room.
Brasserie Zedel: If You Want a Parisian twist on your Art Deco vibes, Brasserie Zedel in Soho is a popular because of the French cuisine.
Quaglinos: Among the very striking restaurants in town, Quaglinos is found in the St. James’s District and also makes a meal sense more like a high-end occasion.
Drink
The Blackfriar: Want a Timeless London pub with an Art Deco vibe? The BlackFriar was built on the website of a Dominican friary and boasts Art Noveau flair. You will also find a mix of amazing ales and monk decor.
Fontaine’s Bar: In East London, this Art Deco pub is a fantastic spot to try out classic cocktails and enjoy cabaret.
Nightjar: Mix some Art Deco glamor using just a bit of oddity in Nightjar, a mixology place for trying experimental cocktails.
Rivoli Bar: For a luxurious drinking adventure, visit Rivoli Bar at the Ritz London. Gilded walls, sparkling decor, and an eclectic selection of drinks make this Art Deco pub at its most fabulous.
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