17 beautiful places in London straight out of a fairytale

Step into the pages of a storybook at Strawberry Hill House. Fall in love with the turreted white castle – complete with stained-glass windows and winding staircases.

Head to Kew Gardens for a spellbinding adventure. The botanical gardens are fun to explore all year-round, with beautiful Victorian glasshouses and exotic plants. For added sparkle, check out Christmas at Kew to see the landscape filled with illuminations and twinkling light tunnels.

Gaze at the starry ceiling of Leadenhall Market. It’s easy to see why it was chosen as a Harry Potter filming location – the whole Victorian structure feels magical.

Find tranquillity in the gardens of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir – a Hindu temple in north-west London. Learn about Hinduism while marvelling at exquisite workmanship.

Fairytales come alive in the majestic setting of the London Coliseum, home of the English National Ballet. Be enthralled by stunning sets and costumes at the annual performance of Nutcracker.

Have sweet dreams of fairies, princesses and magical doings, inspired by the stunning staircase of the five-star St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

Immerse yourself in the story of the seasons at Dalloway Terrace, always decorated with creative flair. Snuggle up in furry blankets in the winter, fall in love with foliage in autumn, sip on floral cocktails in spring and beam at the blooms in summer.

Cross into the land of fairytales as you stroll along London’s iconic landmark. Wait to watch Tower Bridge lift as boats pass through on their way to far-flung adventures.

Discover immersive worlds at the Queen of Hoxton. Past years have seen the rooftop bar transformed into a fantastical Paris, with fountains of absinthe, a playground inspired by the Brothers Grimm and an Emerald City straight from the Wizard of Oz.

All good quests feature a rest stop at a quaint inn. Take a moment’s pause from your London adventure with a traditional ale in Mayfair’s enchanting Coach & Horses pub.

Pass through a secret wardrobe and find your way through the Winter Night Garden's enchanted forest at Backyard Cinema. Once inside, grab some popcorn and watch a festive film.

Explore the Tower of London and be treated to thrilling and bloody tales from the legendary Yeomen Warders, known as Beefeaters. London’s famous castle is also home to the sparkling crown jewels.

Discover the incredibly pretty Woolwich Town Hall in south-east London. The pink walls and marble floors conjure images of charming balls.

Imagine yourself as Sleeping Beauty awoken from a long slumber in the beautiful ruins of St Dunstan in the East church, now a gorgeous garden after falling into disrepair during the Blitz.

Dress up in Tudor outfits, linger in the rose garden and admire the splendour of the courtyard at Hall Place, a country house built in 1537 that retains many original features.

Wander the streets of Soho for long enough and you’re sure to stumble across Soho Square, starring a quaint mock-Tudor structure – one of the fanciest gardening huts in town.

Don’t forget to leave a trail of breadcrumbs as you explore the ancient woodlands at Hampstead Heath. Find your way to the Hill Garden and Pergola for a dreamy photo stop.