30+ London Streets & Roads | Street Names & Their Stories

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London is a lovely city to get lost in. It’s full of history, iconic sites, and beautifully aesthetic features.

They’re free to explore and reveal a different side of the city. Whether you’re interested in historic routes, cute streets, or picturesque mews, the English capital has plenty of places to check out.

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The Mall

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Piccadilly Street

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Downing Street

Has a historic past. It was constructed in the 1680s by Sir George Downing. Over its 300 plus years, it’s been used as the official residence for high UK officeholders. Gray Frame Corner Gray Frame Corner Learn more

Baker Street

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Shaftesbury Avenue

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Fleet Street Fleet Street is famous for its ties to London’s printing and publishing past. From the 16th to 20th century, this is where Britain’s top newspaper organisations were based.

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