What is the best part of your stay in London serviced apartments or holiday rentals? Well, ask an astute traveller and you will know in an instant - it is the extravagant shopping that one can indulge in. Considering the massive savings that one can make during a stay in serviced apartments and holiday rentals offered by Rated Apartments, one can be sure about the fact that guests would never hesitate to indulge in retail therapy in iconic names like Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and Liberty. So if you are on your maiden visit to this shopper's paradise, then here is a list of places that assure you world class retail therapy.

Shop till You Drop

In London, your indulgences begin (and end) on Oxford Street. You could begin your journey at Debenhams, which has an impressive collection of designer wear, including some high profile British names like Jasper Conran. But don't let the high flying names deter you - the prices are just as attractive as the designs. And it is just not uber cool, classy designs that the flagship store on Oxford Street stocks; there is a stunning range of cosmetics and shoes that can set your pulses racing.

Bond Street is not called the most happening street for nothing. It is here that the chic and stylish merchandise of Fenwick takes you on flights of fantasy. From designer clothes to designer jewellery and from stylish shoes to sensational bags, this place is buzzing with hectic activity. No wonder then that the Carluccio's café is where most shoppers unwind after such a shopping spree.

What is a visit to London without a peek into Harrods? It may have had humble beginnings as a grocery store way back in the 18th century, but today, this humungous departmental outlet is home to everything from food and fashion to groceries and furniture. If the sheer hugeness of the experience overwhelms you, then you can get back into the groove by sipping a hot cuppa tea in any of the 20 restaurants at this amazing place.

If Harrods is on your list, then how can Harvey Nichols be far behind? Often regarded as the Mecca of the worlds most sought after designers, this place offers designer clothes, accessories, cosmetics and shoes on a very elegant platter. It is bound to be an inimitable experience when names like Burberry, D&G, Jimmy Choo, John Galliano and Space NK come together under one roof.

There are, however, many other names like Fortnum & Mason, House of Fraser, John Lewis and Liberty that beckon you during your stay in London holiday apartments.

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