The Spaniards Inn

Perched at the top of Hampstead Heath since the 16th century, the Spaniards Inn is one of London's most beloved historic pubs, its narrow toll road entrance, wood panelled interiors and sprawling garden giving it a charm that has drawn visitors for centuries. Bram Stoker supposedly drew inspiration from it for Dracula, Keats and Byron both drank here, and on a summer afternoon with a pint in the garden and the Heath stretching out beyond, it remains one of the finest places to spend a few hours in the whole city.

Kenwood House

Elegant neoclassical villa on the edge of Hampstead Heath. Houses a significant art collection, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Turner. Interiors are as much a highlight as the artworks, particularly the grand library with its ornate ceiling. In winter, the grounds transform with a seasonal light trail, turning the landscape into an illuminated evening walk.