A cultural cove in the heart of London, Mayfair is an art, history and science lover’s mecca. Between the contemporary art of Halcyon Gallery, the scientific discoveries of the Royal Institute, the works of the Marlborough Fine Art Museum, the history of the Handel & Hendrix (ideal for music lovers), and many other arts institutions, culture seekers are spoiled for choice.

Named after an 18th century courtesan who lived nearby and frequented by locals and visitors alike, Kitty Fisher’s is a cosy Mayfair locale known for its extensive and diverse wine list, and its fresh, simple and innovative dishes. Here, London classics have been reimagined for a new generation of diners.

Wander through the walls of a historic destination, then do as a duke or duchess would and lay your weary bones on the comfortable beds of the Grosvenor House Hotel. Built in the 1920s, the beautifully ornamented and quintessentially British hotel sits on the site of Grosvenor House – the previous residence of the Dukes of Westminster (whose family name is Grosvenor). Here, the service is top-notch, the rooms are plush and the food is worth writing home about. The Beatles have played here, the Queen learnt to ice-skate here, Walt Disney honeymooned here, and you’re bound to spot a notable face or two walking its halls these days. Better yet, this grand hotel has not sent a single thing to landfill for two years. Its bourbon bar includes pre-prohibition certified sips, and we strongly insist you sample its famed cheesecake while in town.

At Corrigan’s Mayfair, guests can learn to create a four-course meal, using seasonal British ingredients, accompanied by perfectly paired wines. And, if you’d rather just sample a gourmet English menu than make it yourself, sit back in a refined space and sample Chef Richard Corrigan’s expertly curated dishes.

This Mayfair establishment is well known for its prim and proper afternoon teas fit for a queen. Think delicious and dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and cream, flutes of Champagne, flaky pastries and, naturally, bottomless cups of tea.

A softly lit bar where eclectic decor pays homage to Britain’s Victorian past (think penny farthings strung from the ceiling, grandfather clocks, and red velvet-upholstered chairs), Mr Fogg’s Residence is a distinctly London drinking hole. Reserve a table to sample its famed cocktail selection.