Chiswick

This tranquil west London neighbourhood merits exploration for its riverside bars and restaurants, its thriving cafe culture and its abundance of independent shops.

Things to do in Chiswick

Syon House

Chiswick House

Hidden gems

Gunnersbury Triangle

Hogarth's House

Chiswick restaurants and pubs

The Bell and Crown

La Trompette

The City Barge

Insider's guide to Chiswick

Nine reasons to visit Chiswick

Mummy blogger Jules Drury, who blogs as Chiswick Mum, shines the spotlight on this gorgeous part of London, extolling the virtues of its picturesque pubs and flourishing café culture.

Chiswick Park Underground station is just a 16-minute Tube ride from South Kensington, in Central London.

Read Jules' area guide to Chiswick to find out why this neighbourhood should be a must-see on your London itinerary.

A hidden gem, Chiswick is one of the prettiest and leafiest suburbs in the capital. Eat and drink at one of Chiswick's many restaurants and bistros, including La Trompette on Devonshire Road, the critically-acclaimed eatery that has been serving fine French fare for more than a decade. Stuck for an activity during the day? Wander the vast grounds of Syon House and Gardens, the 500-year old dwelling and former home of the Duke of Northumberland, or head to Chiswick House and Grounds for fine architecture and a beautiful and growing collection of paintings.