The best Covent Garden shops cover everything from British tailoring and vintage denim to jewellery and technical sportswear. Most sit within a few minutes of each other, making the area easy to explore on foot.
Start on Floral Street, browse Long Acre, then head towards King Street and Shelton Street. Along the way, you’ll find established labels, smaller boutiques and plenty of places to stop for coffee.
For more nearby shopping, explore our guide to Seven Dials. Alternatively, head further afield with our East London shopping guide.
Floral Street: Clothing and Accessories
1. Sunspel
Sunspel is a useful starting point for everyday clothing. The British brand specialises in T-shirts, polo shirts, underwear and knitwear, with an emphasis on fabric and fit.
Visit if you want to compare cotton weights, try different cuts or build a wardrobe around simple pieces. It’s particularly useful for basics that work under tailoring as well as with jeans.
Address: 22 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9DS.
2. agnès b.
The agnès b. flagship offers a French approach to everyday dressing. Think snap-front cardigans, striped tops, clean tailoring and straightforward separates for men and women.
Its appeal lies in clothes that you can combine easily and wear regularly. Start with the signature cardigans, then browse shirts, trousers and accessories for something less familiar.
Address: 35–36 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9DJ.
3. GANNI
GANNI is a good stop for printed dresses, relaxed denim and statement accessories. The Danish label mixes practical everyday pieces with stronger colours, patterns and proportions.
Try the footwear and denim in person, where fit can make a difference. Alternatively, browse bags and smaller accessories if you want to introduce the brand into your existing wardrobe.
Address: 15 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9DH.
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4. Paul Smith
Paul Smith opened his first London shop on Floral Street in 1979. Today, the store occupies several neighbouring buildings and remains a key destination for the British designer’s collections.
Browse tailoring, shirts, knitwear and accessories, including pieces featuring the signature stripe. Alongside workwear, there are more relaxed options for weekends and everyday dressing.
Smaller leather goods and socks also make this a useful stop for gifts.
Address: 40–44 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9TB.
Long Acre: Jewellery and Sportswear
5. Les Néréides
Les Néréides specialises in detailed costume jewellery inspired by flowers, animals and illustrated scenes. Its enamel earrings, necklaces and bracelets offer a decorative alternative to simple gold and silver pieces.
The Long Acre boutique is particularly useful for gift shopping. Seeing the designs up close helps you judge their scale, colour and detail before choosing.
Address: 35 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9JT.
6. Lululemon
Lululemon’s Covent Garden store carries clothing for yoga, running, training and everyday wear. Expect leggings, shorts, sports bras, technical tops and lightweight layers.
Shopping in person makes it easier to compare fabrics and fits across the range. Before buying, consider the activity you need the item for, as different collections offer different levels of support and coverage.
Address: 130–131 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9PE.
Shelton Street: Vintage Clothing
7. Rokit Vintage
Rokit began as a Camden market stall in 1986. Its Covent Garden shop is a useful stop for second-hand clothing, with a changing selection of menswear, womenswear, shoes and accessories.
Look through the rails for denim, sportswear, jackets and pieces from earlier decades. Stock varies, so allow time to browse rather than arriving with one exact item in mind.
Also, try things on where possible. Vintage sizing can differ considerably from current labels.
Address: 42 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9HZ.
Langley Court and King Street: Bags and Womenswear
8. Kate Spade
Kate Spade’s Langley Court shop is a good place to browse handbags, purses, jewellery and accessories. The New York label combines simple everyday shapes with brighter colours and more playful designs.
For a practical purchase, compare bag sizes, straps and compartments in person. Meanwhile, smaller accessories offer plenty of options for birthdays and other gifts.
Address: 1–3 Langley Court, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9JY.
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9. Reformation
Reformation’s King Street store is worth considering for dresses, denim and separates. The collection often draws on vintage shapes, with options for everyday wear, dinners and weddings.
If you’re shopping for an occasion, try several cuts before deciding. Necklines, lengths and fabric weights can look quite different on the hanger.
Alongside dresses, browse knitwear and simpler separates that you can wear beyond a single event.
Address: 27–28 King Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8JD.
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Planning Your Covent Garden Shopping Trip
Allow a couple of hours to browse these Covent Garden shops, or longer if you plan to try on clothing. Most are close together, so you can adjust the route around lunch, a theatre booking or a visit to the market.
For a straightforward circuit, start on Floral Street, continue along Long Acre, then visit Shelton Street. Afterwards, return towards Langley Court and King Street.
Check individual store websites before travelling, particularly for Sunday and bank holiday opening hours.
Covent Garden Shops: FAQs
Is Covent Garden good for shopping?
Yes. The area brings together fashion, jewellery, beauty and vintage clothing within a compact part of central London. However, many of the shops in this guide sit at the premium end of the market.
Which streets are best for shopping?
Floral Street is a strong starting point for clothing, while Long Acre has jewellery and larger retail stores. King Street is useful for womenswear, and Shelton Street is worth visiting for Rokit. Nearby Seven Dials adds more shops to the route.
How do you get to Covent Garden?
Covent Garden station is on the Piccadilly line. Alternatively, walk from Leicester Square, Holborn or Charing Cross, depending on your route into central London.
Can you shop in Covent Garden on Sundays?
Many shops open on Sundays, although hours are usually shorter. Some larger stores allow browsing before sales begin. Check your chosen shop’s website for the current schedule.
Where can you find the latest shop openings?
Visit the official Covent Garden website for its store directory and news. Individual brand websites also provide store addresses, services and opening hours.
