Rainy London Walk through Mayfair to Piccadilly (4K)

A rainy day walk through the streets of London's Mayfair, starting on Regents Street and ending at Burlington Arcade. Explore the charming streets of Maddox Street, St George's Street, Bruton Street, Jermyn Street and Piccadilly as we discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of this illustrious neighbourhood. We visit Hatchards bookshop and pass Fortnum & Mason. We stroll through Princes Arcade, Piccadilly Arcade and Burlington Arcade and also visit St James's Church. The Royal Academy of Arts and Hamleys Toyshop also feature in this London vlog. From high-end shopping to historical architecture, this London walk has it all. London on a rainy day is one of the most authentic experiences of this magical city. Hit the subscribe button to see more of London's best walks.

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Shot in 4K on a Olympus OM-D EM-1 mark 2 with audio recorded with a Rode Wireless GO

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[maverick]

That red telephone box is rather significant, it was where David Bowie had photos taken for the spiders from Mars album 👍🏻 there is also an image of him sitting outside one of those buildings

Hence the pub Star man

[markriley]

Even on a miserable day John, you make London a joy to navigate as a palimpsest of histories! Thank you.

[TonyCarnell]

I'm sure I'm not the only person to think that this less polished & more spontaneous video had a real charm to it. Somehow the rain also added something. Really enjoyed it. As ever, thanks for sharing 👍

[zenarobinson]

loved this, thank you! used to be my kind of walk, but now, as old age is approaching, i daren't do them any more, as i always used to get lost, and my legs can't cope for more than about 1mile these days!! 😐

[timgallivan]

8:32 Heddon Street. The Famous Location for the David Bowie 1972 of the iconic Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars Album cover. Great video!

[whobrewing]

One of the best walks I ever had in NYC was flipping a coin at the end of each block to decide what direction my wife and I went. I saw places I'd never seen before. Sometimes the unplanned adventure works out well.

[michaelohalloran]

I think there is nothing wrong with a rainy day walk. Put the old raincoat on hat and off you go. Always a nice refreshment. At the end. plus we always learn.. Cheers

[minkwells]

The Starman pub must indeed be a Bowie reference since Heddon Street is where the photo on the back of Ziggy Stardust album cover was taken.

[PerfumedByTheSea]

I love that whole area to walk around when I’m in London.
In November I had been inside Fortnums and Masons, it was so hot and crowded due to the Xmas shopping. I went and sat on one of the benches in the St James’s Church outside area for about an hour. It was lined up with Christmas trees. So nice to have the bustle of Piccadilly next to you and the calm of the church on the other side. Worth sitting there with a coffee and just people watching.

[emiliafernandez]

Thank you for bringing my wonderful old home to my present one. I grew up in Soho but have lived in Stormville, NY for 35 years, I will always be a Londoner first.

[EdEditz]

Excellent video John. It really doesn't matter what the weather is like or with which camera you film. Any John Rogers video is a good video. Always makes my Sunday :)

[mickbeeee]

John - I cant believe you didn't mention David Bowies album cover taken in that Red Phone box and the doorway next to it - Check out ZIGGY STARDUST Album cover

[darrenlondon]

That red telephone box in Heddon street is one of the most famous ones you'll come across, On the back cover of Bowie's Ziggy Stardust album is a photo of himself inside it.

[catieoates]

Loved it, especially ending up in Burlington arcade. My grandfather had to leave school at 14, but ended up having a shirting business above one of the shops there. Thank you so much for another great walk

[hori]

Jermyn Street, the best smelling street in London. The Floris boutique is there where you can get "007" cologne. Also Paxton & Whitfield cheesemongers with a beautiful selection of artisan English cheese.

[David.W.Kelsey]

Love all your walks John, but this spontaneous one was magical, there is something wondrous about London in the rain, thankyou.

[TheKosmos]

Those rainy streets have a very Le Carré-ish atmosphere!

[magicknight]

St James's church is one of my favourite churches in London. It's my go to refuge from the noise and bustle of London, go in and it's an oasis of calm and quiet.Listened to some wonderful concerts in there. When i worked around the corner I would often pop in for a bit of solitude and reflection. I love Hatchards too !

[lindasueanderson]

I very much like this style of filming in an urban setting - it felt much like how I see London when I get to visit - looking everywhere, trying to miss nothing, deciding to go left instead of right. When you are someplace like the North Sea, I prefer the slower, longer shots and lingering on the natural environment. So I would love more of what I will call "Piccadilly filming"

[truebrit]

Rain, early January light, the promise of the cold months ahead. This video bleeds London at its best.