Spend a day wandering Marylebone high street, take in some of Europe's finest art at The Wallace Collection or shop until your hearts content at Selfridges and on Oxford Street. Despite the central London location, you'll quickly get a feel for Marylebone's cosy village vibe. Don't be surprised if you need to stay an extra day or two just to take it all in.

Eat: Local produce from Marylebone Farmers' Market (Sundays)

Drink: Hot chocolate at Fischer's, a refined Viennese cafe

See: What's on offer at Daunt Books, a special 19th century galleried bookshop specialising in travel

Listen: To a sensational performance at the world famous Wigmore Hall

Visit: Nearby Hyde Park or Regent's Park to take in the calm