About this experience
To feel the atmosphere and spirit of London, you should definitely take a walk along the luxurious streets of Marylebone Village. Here, prestigious aristocratic families of the Henry VIII era built their homes, and London's main celebrities lived from Lord Byron to Paul McCartney. During the walk through Marylebone, you will admire the works of the best English architects of past centuries, explore cozy English shops, and learn interesting facts about one of the most beautiful districts of London.
What to Expect
Marylebone - Yesterday and Today
Descendants of the founders of aristocratic Marylebone like to call it Marylebone Village - isn't it a strange name for a place located in the very center of London? I will tell you about the origin of the district's name and the aristocratic families associated with Marylebone, who shone with famous names like Cavendish, Portman, Oxford, or Harley - all these names are immortalized in the names of local streets and squares. We will stroll among noble stone houses, small cozy shops, and luxurious boutiques, admire the ultra-modern transport system of the district, and talk about Hollywood celebrities who love Marylebone these days.
Notable Corners of the District
During the walk, we will not only admire the aristocratic facades of Marylebone Village, but also discuss interesting events in the district's history. You will hear about the first successful rebranding in London, discover the location of the medieval gallows, find out where almost all private medical practices in London are located and why. We will talk about how the problem of excess people was solved during the industrial revolution, encounter the first Russian Orthodox church in Britain, the first work address of the physicist-experimenter Michael Faraday, and the last one - the legendary British painter William Turner.
At the end of the tour, I will invite you to relax with a glass of wine in one of the most atmospheric non-touristy restaurants in Marylebone, to share impressions and answer your additional questions.
