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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Travel
Justin Myers

West London’s hidden gems: spice up your stay in the capital by heading off the beaten track

UK, London, Portobello Road, portrait of happy coupleLondon, Uk, couple having fun at Portobello Road Market
No trip to west London is complete without visiting Portobello Road. Photograph: Westend61/Getty Images

Thanks to the enduring appeal of the 90s’ romantic blockbuster Notting Hill, and being home to possibly the most grand and celebrated museums in the country, most visitors to the UK capital already have west London on their to-do list. But move beyond the Hollywood glitz, the fossils of the National History Museum, and the fashions of the V&A, and you’ll discover there’s much more to “up West”.

Pepper these alternative west London spots into your itinerary to experience the area’s true spirit …

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