Strawberry Hill House was built in 1749 by Horace Walpole, the son of the first Prime Minister of Britain, to preserve his extensive repertoire of art and antiquity. The exquisite architecture is of the Georgian Gothic Revival school and the design is a deliberate attempt at giving classic columns and symmetric lines a miss. The medium of expression is wood and papier mache, as opposed to stone carvings, as Walpole found inspiration in cathedrals and medieval tombs. Complimenting the exterior, the interior features a collection of rare antique artifacts, showcasing Walpole's eccentric and antiquarian taste. The house is surrounded by verdant gardens and is open to the public viewing and has been an inspiration to several artists. A cafe and gift shop help complete a whimsical experience.

This is one of London's most prestigious shopping venues and serves as a glittering tribute to everything opulent and stylish. Owned by Mohammed Al Fayed, each floor scales the heights of designer fashion clothing and accessories, luxury furniture, cosmetics, fine jewelry and classic toys. Adding to that, this Knightsbridge palace has multiple cafes and restaurants, an online casino, a designer shoe salon, and a pet department. A complimentary Harrods personal shopper will even assist you if you are in a hurry. Harrods' own brand provisions make perfect presents, and you can have your purchases delivered anywhere in the world. Also note, in the basement, Al Fayed has erected a small gilded tribute to Princess Diana and his son Dodi who died tragically in 1997.

Only four kilometers from London Heathrow Airport, Sipson Tandoori is a favorite among international travelers as well as local critics. A multi-year recipient of the British Curry Award as well as the only Indian restaurant in the area to receive a five star health and hygiene rating, Sipson consistently raises the bar in regards to functionality and flavor. The menu at Sipson is gigantic, but familiar to fans of Indian cuisine. The most decadent, if perhaps less authentic, selections are placed on the "Royal Dishes" menu, featuring huge portions of rich and delicious curries packed with lamb, chicken, seafood or goat. Of particular note is the paneer shashlick, a tandoor-cooked paneer skewer that lets vegetarians get in on the fun of this iconic dish. The only drawback to Sipson lies in its decor, pastel tones of neon creating a somewhat chintzy effect more befitting of a gimmicky Asian fusion restaurant than an authentic and highly reputed restaurant. If you don't feel like going out, Sipson offers free delivery to customers within a four kilometer radius.

The Plough welcomes visitors into West Drayton, the first building on the road through this quaint grassy hamlet. The stark white building stands out against the verdant backdrop of a tree-lined motorway, creating a lovely aesthetic in which to enjoy a few pints on the spacious patio outside. The interior, while a tad small, retains all of the exterior charm, dark wooden accents creating a classic pub vibe that transports guests back to the area's original idyll. Of course, no classic pub would be complete without fish and chips. A smattering of Indian fare is on the menu as well, but the pints and scenery are the real draw at this cozy pub.