St John's Wood is one of London's quieter, more affluent neighborhoods, with leafy residential streets, independent cafes, and a charming High Street. It's best known for the iconic Abbey Road crossing and Lord's Cricket Ground, but there's plenty beyond the Beatles history. Expect elegant restaurants, traditional pubs, and a slower pace than central London. It's a lovely neighborhood to explore on a leisurely afternoon. Best for: Abbey Road, independent cafes, neighborhood restaurants, leafy walks.

COFFEE | WatchHouse, Hagen Espresso Bar, Vera's, Johnny Green, The Dawn Seal

TO DRINK | The Duke of York, The Clifton NW8, Crocker's Folly

TO EAT | Soutine (French brasserie), Cinder (Mediterranean), Babbo (Italian), Oslo Court (old-school French dining), Crocker's Folly (Lebanese)

TO DO | Abbey Road Crossing, Abbey Road Studios (exterior), Lord's Cricket Ground, St John's Wood High Street, St John's Wood Church Gardens, Regent's Park

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