So it’s been a wonderful mid day and after wandering through museums and markets, it is time to pop into a pub. I thought I would share just a few of my favorite pubs in London. These pubs have become some of my favorite places in the city because they are absolutely breathtaking. They take something simple like grabbing a drink with a friend into a visually enticing experience. So here we go, I will start with my absolute favorite.
1. The Princess Louise. 208 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EP
Located within a few steps of the Holborn tube station (Central and Piccadilly lines), the Princess Louise takes you back into another century. There are so many wonderful corners to get together and enjoy the company of friends and lovers. It is quite a romantic spot, the architectural detail surrounds you intimately. The drinks are decently priced, it is well worth a visit. Weekends are notoriously busy, so if you want time to appreciate the rich mahogany and decorated glass , plan to head there before 4 or 5pm.
2. The Coal Hole. 91-92 Strand, London WC2R 0DW
The Coal Hole is a wonderfully central pub find. It is located on the Strand between Charing Cross and Temple Tube stops. There are so many nooks in the Coal Hole to get aquatinted with. After several hours one day running around the National Gallery, I stopped in for some wine and a quiet place to sit and read in the afternoon. I enjoy pubs that really make you really feel the city you are in. While I sat and became comfortable, I was so aware of the energy and vibrance of this historical city. It is an experience which we need every once and a while, to sit and become present again. What better place to appreciate London than in a place that allows you to feel culture, and good wine doesn’t hurt..
3. The Blackfriar. 174 Queen Victoria St, London EC4V 4EG
I’ve always loved places with character and personality, and The Blackfriar has it in abundance. Columns, sculptures, and mosaics adorn the walls at The Blackfriar, adding such a sense of atmosphere. It is a place that entices you to stay longer, to enjoy yourself among such a beautiful interior. To sit with friends for a round in such an exquisite pub is a wonderful experience. If you haven’t had the opportunity to sit in the comfortable chairs and sample some delicious beer, then get yourself to The Blackfriar as soon as possible. Located within minutes of London Blackfriars tube stop.
Each of these pubs become alive at night and filled with people on the weekends. Should you like to really experience these pubs with a few friends, I would suggest heading out earlier before the big crowds pour in. There are so many beautiful corners in this city, these are just three of my favorites. Check them out, they might become your favorites too. Happy pub hunting!
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