If you're fascinated by the world of celebrity and regularly read about a number of famous people's lives online, then London is a city where you can potentially see them for yourself. Of course, not every famous face is in London at all times, but England's capital city certainly attracts a large number of instantly recognizable faces during an average year.
From sports stars and actors, to respected authors and television presenters, London is a glorious city that reportedly has the highest concentration of celebrities outside of Los Angeles. Given the city's love for theatre, music and the arts, it should come as no surprise that some of the earth's most talented people enjoy spending time there. And while some major cities tend to hide famous people fairly well, London is a destination where holidaymakers can cross paths with them.
Of course, nobody can guarantee that you'll see your favorite on-screen personality, but your chances are high in The Big Smoke. While venturing to The West End and hopping on a bus through expensive areas might result in a successful celeb-spotting mission, as seen in games like Wild Celebrity Bus, you're better off frequenting some tried and tested locations that are known to appeal to famous faces. Let's take a look at just some of them below.
Wimbledon Tennis is a favourite with celebrities
Taking place during the last week of June and the first week of July, if you can time your trip to London around a visit to Wimbledon Tennis, then you're likely to see a famous face or two. From David Beckham and Bradley Cooper, to Jessica Alba and Katy Perry, the planet's most famous tennis competition pulls in people from around the world, celebrity personalities included. You might be able to watch a big match opposite a world-famous music-maker or even manage to get a picture with your favorite British actor in a local Wimbledon pub after the day's play is over.
Visit The Swan on the South Bank
A lovely location to take an evening stroll and get a bite to eat anyway, London's South Bank also manages to attract a few famous faces, particularly if you can get yourself into The Swan. By booking in advance, particularly in the evening, you might be able to spot a few recognizable faces enjoying some fine wine and a delicious menu. The likes of Dame Judi Dench, Stephen Fry, Jude Law and Derren Brown have all been seen in there recently.
Dance the night away in Mahiki
A great option if you're keen to have fun without basing your entire evening on hunting for your favourite stars, partying at a celebrity-friendly club is a great thing to do. At Mahiki, in particular, you could be boogying down alongside any artists that have played at The O2 that night. A high-end club that competes with numerous other venues in Chelsea and Kensington, Mahiki is well worth experiencing.
You're guaranteed to see a celebrity in the Groucho Club
First and foremost, gaining entry to the Groucho Club isn't easy, but it's certainly not impossible. A members club, you can apply to join it before venturing over to London or simply make friends with an existing member in order to gain entry into arguably London's most exclusive establishment. A haven for many celebrities who want privacy, this stunning venue is capable of not only spoiling you and keeping you entertained, but you might even be able to rub shoulders with a Hollywood star.
Also go to Phoenix Arts Club, The Pit Bar, the King's Road, and The Ivy.
