Embankment sits right along the Thames between Westminster and Covent Garden, and it feels like classic, slightly cinematic London. You’re steps from Trafalgar Square, the river, and major theatres, but the streets themselves are calmer than Soho. It’s easy to walk, well connected by Tube and train (Charing Cross), and ideal for pairing a riverside stroll with dinner or drinks. The whole area works beautifully for a relaxed central London evening: river views, classic pubs, traditional wine bars, and easy transport home without the chaos of deeper West End crowds. Best for: Riverside strolls, wine bars, theatre pairing, easy transport access.

COFFEE | Somerset Watchhouse

TO DRINK | Gordon’s Wine Bar [love the history here], The American Bar, EastCheap Records

TO EAT | Gordon’s Wine Bar Charcuterie Board

TO DO | Trafalgar Square, Royal Opera House, River walk, National Portrait Gallery