11 of Our Favorite Instagram Hotspots in London

The unstoppable turning of time’s inevitable snare has chiseled this great city to evolve and embrace its gradual transformation into a modern urban jungle. Sights and sounds of fast-paced living permeates its historic charms as stone paved walkways now augmented with vast means of newfangled transportation.

Nonetheless, Londoners fancy a lovely afternoon of proper English tea and crumpets. A soothing escape from life’s insatiable demands. Street corners hold stunning arrays of local cafes laden with floral decorations best suited for that momentary immortalization through the camera lens.

Among the many Instagrammable hotspots throughout London, here are some of our noteworthy favorites. Hope our list inspires you to find your ideal photo spot for that perfect embodiment of your London visit.

EL&N Cafe

48 Park Ln, Mayfair, London W1K 1PR, UK
9 Market Place Oxford Circus W1W 8AQ UK
239 Brompton Road South Kensington SW3 2EP UK
400 Oxford Street W1A 1AB UK
42 Hans Crescent Knightsbridge SW1X 0LZ UK
25G Lowndes Street Belgravia SW1X 9JF UK

Elan Cafe is undoubtedly one of our favorite cafes in London. There are around 4 branches around London. Each one decorated with beautiful floral decors that gets a refreshing look every few months. Gorgeous pastries and drinks makes it ideal for a leisurely afternoon snack. Two of the Elan Cafe’s we went to have a downstairs seating area so be sure to check it out.

Peggy Porschen Cakes

116 Ebury St, Belgravia, London SW1W 9QQ, UK

Vibrantly pink with eye-catching floral accents. Peggy Porschen Cakes is a chic bakery in London featuring a stunning collection of cakes, cupcakes and other sweet treats. This cafe struts an invigorating array of pastel colors that shines in every photograph.

Redemption Bar Graffiti Wings

320 Old Street London EC1V 9DR

Nothing more than a mural of a pair of angel wings near the entrance of Redemption Bar in London. But with the right angle and lighting conditions comes the making of that perfect Instagram solo shot.

Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus, London W1J 9HS, England

The Piccadilly Circus might quite possibly be London’s most famous street junction, but for a good reason. It has been a favorite of both locals and tourists with its nearby train station and various shopping and dining opportunities. In the middle is the iconic Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain. Nearby buildings feature bright LED advertising in stunning 4K displays.

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP, UK

A bridge over the magnificent River Thames, an iconic bridge near the infamous legacy of the Tower of London. Get up the high level walkways there’s a glass floor walkway for a unique panoramic view of London. At the nearby Potters Fields Park, you can take a stunning picture of the entire bridge in all its glory.

St. Aymes Cafe

59 Connaught St, St George’s Fields, London W2 2BB, UK

Order the pink Marie Antonette White Chocolate Milkshake and spend the afternoon in delight at one of London’s most beautiful cafes, complete with outdoor seating and astonishing floral draperies. Who knows? Someone with an adorable puppy might walk by and offer a little dose of cuteness to your photo sesh.

Dominique Ansel Bakery

17-21 Elizabeth St, Belgravia, London SW1W 9RP, UK

Dominique Ansel is iconic for its cronuts, a unique pastry that looks like a donut, yet has the delicious flakiness of a croissant. Apart from this culinary wonder, this bakery is accentuated with brilliant displays of floral garlands, and a vibrant collection of equally stunning pastries and other bakery items.

Neal’s Yard

Seven Dials, Covent Garden, London, London WC2H, England

Neal’s Yard is an alleyway not too far from the main Covent Garden square. Within it are brick buildings painted with bright colors. The area is crowded at times with a few small restaurants scattered around where people like to hang out and spend a relaxing afternoon.

Coca Cola London Eye

Lambeth, London SE1 7PB, UK

This landmark is easily one of the recognizable landmarks in London. It’s a giant Ferris Wheel built to commemorate the new millennium. The structure stands proudly along the banks of River Thames and provides an unparalleled panoramic view of the city. Across the river, you’ll find a few of London’s iconic red phone booth where you can take a stunning shot of the Eye in the background.

St. Paul’s Cathedral

St. Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, UK

This iconic cathedral built in honor of the Apostle Paul, stood against tumultuous times in history as it was destroyed and rebuilt numerous times throughout its 1400 years of existence. Yet, it is one of the oldest and most beautiful churches in London with its all too familiar dome securing a part of London’s majestic skyline.

Aubaine Selfridges

2nd floor, 400 Oxford St, Marylebone, London W1A 1AB, UK

Another one of London’s lovely rendition of a beautiful floral spectacle within a cafe. Only this time, it is within the walls of the Selfridges Mall. The cafe is adorned with drop-downs of purple flowers, oversize mirrors, elegant seating, and tempting pastries and desserts.