Harrods is something that you definitely have to visit once. Maybe once during Christmas and once during the rest of the year. There will be a crowd most times so you should brace yourself for that. Also be prepared to not know where you're going as it's a bit like a maze. However, there are store guides available so take advantage of those. Everything is pretty much overpriced, but the store is really really nice. You should look at the Egyptian escalators and the store displays. One thing that will not be overpriced might be the food area, so you might want to try your luck there. Not the souvenir food gifts though, they will probably be overpriced. read more

Over priced. Low ceilings. Hot, staff Chatting about inappropriate things especially the woman. I've been called darling and babe. Their gift store has a few good offers. But there is a huge pressure on buying two of everything. The kids cloth sector was very slippery. And marble looks outdated. I think Harrods is stuck in the past. Luxury is high ceilings and breathable air. This place is the opposite. I highly recommend going to Westfield or high street instead read more

The Harrods Experience I also visited here when I was in London. This is really an amazing store. I recently saw the Dior Exhibition where they have Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor & Charlize Theron 'statement' dresses on display. I was in awe!But not only that but the whole experience of Dior masterpieces. I always wanted to visit Harrods so I was happy I experienced it. It has everything. A food Hall that includes 'Foods From America'. EXPENSIVE. The Pizzeria was lovely as well as the Ice Cream Palour and the Tea room. My favorite is the Qatar area where you can have some delicacies. This place is a staple if you were to visit London. Even if you don't plan to buy just go for the experience. I felt like everything that London was , was in that store. read more

Most likely this is one of the most famous stores in the city. It is an ideal place to walk for lond minutes and clear your mind. The building is always full with customers and tourists so you can meet many interesting people. I visit this place twice a week and I always enjoy the whole trip. read more

Much more enjoyable than its counterparts in the US. I love and am impressed by the sheer size of this place. They definitely have a lot to offer/sell. My favorite writing instrument department alone is one of the largest I have ever visited. I have to tell myself that one doesn't have to own it in order to appreciate it. Hope to be there again soon. read more

A little overwhelming, but absolutely worth a visit...Harrod's is not your typical department store. It has a really amazing food section, as well as a separate casual dining hall. You can probably find ANYTHING you want or need in Harrod's, but you will pay through the nose for it. read more

Great place to shop if you've got the money or to window-shop if your budget is a bit tight. They have everything you can dream of and more. Absolutely wonderful! read more

Seriously words can't explain Harrods .. You'll find all what you wants such as bags , makeup , clothes , perfume, chocolates , mini restaurant , ice-cream ...every thing... All the brands are available at Harrods ..and what I really like is when the thing is exclusive for Harrods .. Such as perfume .. Bags and other things .. The 2 areas which I really love is level 2 you can have gift items for your friends with the name of Harrods as well as the ground floor the chocolate area .. I just have 1 comment about Harrods .. Before Harrods was really well arranged when they had the crispy creme and the ice cream and the pizza store all of themes was in the ground floor ., I really miss the old chocolate bar .. They was exclusive just for Harrods .. I wish if they get them back there chocolate , cakes, milk shakes ... Was great and perfect .. All in all , Harrods is the best read more

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Harrods is world famous for a reason; it's the nicest department store in the world. They have something for everyone. From the ultra luxury in the first floor to the Harrods brand stuff up top, you won't leave empty handed. It gets crowded, but it's a must visit in London. read more

I love getting lost in the food shops at Harrods! Actually with the exchange rate between GBP and USD I was able to pick up quite a few snack items for my coworkers on my last trip! Biscuits, thick cut marmalade, Earl Grey tea, and even Turkish Delights. Just strolling past the counters of prepared foods, piles of exotic fruits and vegetables, and mounds of candy makes me giddy. Since you really shouldn't shop for food on an empty stomach, I stopped by the bakery and picked up a cheese and herb foccacia to snack on... Just bear in mind that you can't eat and walk through the store. There are counters and reserved eating areas. I did take a stroll through the menswear's and the cologne, but nothing caught my eye as much as the food section!! read more

It's kitschy, it's gaudy, it's over-the-top, it's Harrods. Don't get me wrong -I enjoyed my visit to this behemoth of a department store; it's just that I think I absorbed all that I could handle in my one visit. Go in, lose yourself in room after room of expensive, pretty things, and get out before your bank account screams at you. The tribute to Diana is a bit garish, but it's worth seeing -even if only for the shock value. If you've got a decent amount of time to spend in London, Harrods is one of those iconic places that is worth making the trip to see. If you've only got a few days, skip it. read more

Chaotic! I went during the new year's sale, and was quite pleased to see all the great deals on designer brands. I ended up purchasing a Burberry Trench Coat that was 75% off but when I got home I noticed that the cashier forgot to include the matching patent leather belt. I wasn't sure what the customer service was like in the UK when it comes to returning or whatever, but I returned the following day to the Burberry counter explaining my situation. The sales assistants (no questions asked) immediately apologized and went to look for the belt right away. They didn't even ask to see my receipt which surprised me! The girls were more than helpful and I was VERY impressed with the customer service which seems similair to the service you would get at Nordstroms. read more

My New York City tribute review to Harrods (with the best New York accent I can do): "So it basically like this, you take the Macy's on 34th street right? replace it with Sacs Fith Ave, stick the Dean and Deluca Soho inside it - boom! you got yourself a Harrods" If you are into luxury lifestyle, tradition, and worth a good a mount of money to actually shop here, you might just *love* the place. I like my shopping experiences peaceful, and I don't care so much for paying full price or owning luxuries. read more

As an American, I stood in front of Harrods in complete AWE. If your a Londonite, you probably would never come here since its so expensive, but as a tourist, its a really interesting place to walk around. Don't leave here without using their bathroom - they have a "superior" bathroom which will cost 1 pound to enter but i highly recommend it. I won't spoil it by telling you why, lets just say its the best pee you will ever have. Also, dont forget to pick up some jams in the food hall. Best Jams. Ever. read more

There's really not much to say about Harrods that the whole world doesn't already know about (well at least most of the female population). So I'll just list the reasons why I do like Harrods: *excellent customer service & sales help *amazing food halls but i would never dine there, only purchase foods to take away. Dining there is a rip off... Way over priced. *you can get your VAT back at the store which I think is great. I mean who has the time to deal with VATs when your at the airport trying to check in etc... Not one of my go to places in London but if I'm in the neighborhood I enjoy picking up some food at one of the food halls. Shopaholics... This is your place! read more

What an awesome place to shop. Mind you, I can't afford most of the things here, but some I can. The window shopping is awesome, customer service is great, and the food is great! read more

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My mecca. Thousands of dollars, pounds and euros have been spent on eating pizza in the Harrod's Pizzeria since the late '80s. My favorites for the past 10 years have been: Caprino & Pomodorini, the Harrods Special (with smoked salmon, creme fraiche and caviar), and of course a classic Quattro Stagioni with the hot chili oil! Other favorite departments at Harrods - cheese, charcuterie, and The Sea Grill for the most ethereal fish & chips, pantry, well all of the Food Halls especially since Laduree has joined the fold. And of course a fortune was spent in traditional furniture - love my Charles Barr tables and Duresta sofa and chairs. And Grange and we could go on! Quality and service were worth every penny, farthing, etc.... read more

OK. I have to admit that I've bought things in this department. And whilst not extravagant, I've thought about buying the really, ridiculously expensive things. This is a great place to get something for the wonderful pet in your life or someone who is a pet lover. Not everything is expensive, and I was able to find a reasonably priced 'London' sweater for my Yorkie and some treats for my aunt's cats. A must see, if nothing else, for the doggy couture and the animals for sale. read more

Yay! I'm a tourist! But also a fan. Listen, it's Harrod's. What can you do? We have forts, they have castles, we have Macy's, they have ...Harrod's gosh dag nabbit. In fact, London is chock full of three-story-this and seven-story-that, but they're probably all emulating....Harrod's. When you have a dream at night and you own all the toys....Harrod's. It really does give you a reason to dream about sugarplums and money and all that human hands can deliver. You probably won't be a fan if you like the forest. read more

Good for the tourist value and kitschy British gifts, but that's about it. I liked Harrods the first few times I went. Sure it has an over priced food Hall and flashy brands that no one could really ever afford to buy, but that's all part of the charm, right? Go in high summer and you'll spot many an Emirati and their beautiful race-worthy Maseratis & Ferraris. Honourable mention goes to the amazing selection of cronuts. This is always a stop on my tourist trail with guests in town. read more

Started as posh and extravagance shopping mall, has become something more than just a trademark of London. Experience what shopping is about in London and find all the famous brands under one roof. Extremelly busy during Christmas and sales periods. Ground floor you can also find gourmet foods and beverages from around the world. read more

Harrods, Harrods, Harrods. I never really know what my opinion is of this place as it changes so frequently. I remember the days when I was a little girl and it would be a treat for myself, my mum and my gran to have a day out shopping. At this time Harrods was amazing. It was literally like entering a fantasy world. The food hall was filled with weird and wonderful fruits and vegetables, fish and meats and more sweets than any child could know what to do with. The clothes went on for floors and floors and the pet shop, my favourite place was full of weird and wonderful breeds of animals. Now, some things remain the same, the food hall is still out of this world and the fashion they carry are second to none, however the pet shop does not sell anything exciting anymore, mainly just hamsters, which in the political sense is for the best but still, I did love to paw at all the puppies and kittens. It is a shame that the store has turned into such a tourist trap and that Al Fayed maximise this. You can't move in there now for rich Arabs or tourists taking photos. Lost int the once elite feeling, not it just feels like another tourist attraction. Certain things about Harrods will always remain, I would tell anyone that hasn't been to go just for the architecture. It is exquisite, but unfortunately that's where my praise stops. The food hall is amazing if you can brave the crowds but the rest you can find in other stores and much nicer locations. read more

If I was reviewing Mohammed Al Fayed I would give him and his glorious vendetta against the British establishment - and more specifically the insufferable Royals - five stars. As things go, I'm reviewing his talismanic department store, and, personally finding it way too OTT I give Harrods two stars. It's not so much the 'remembrance shrines' for Dodi and Di which seem a little misplaced in a department store, but more the complete and utter gaucheness of this store that irks me. Myself preferring to believe that London's famed department stores should be elegant like Liberty, cool like Selfridges or just plain useful like John Lewis. The claim that Harrods sells, or at the very least is willing to find anything for its customers is also, in my experience, untrue. The last time I visited Harrods was with my nana who was looking for a particular brand of vodka. Quelle surprise Harrods didn't have it and the staff showed nada interest in helping us locate it. Sorry Mohammed, I love you but I can't seem to find another three stars for you at the moment. read more

To think in the old days this was the utter most British department store, and this days it resembles a tourist trap, a mausoleum for a mummy of two, and the caprice of someone who is not content with being a multimillionaire he wants to be a super star. I recently had to visit this temple of hideousness with my mom, who came from Mexico with the idea that she "had" to visit Harrods. Oh, the things one does for family, we went on a weekday and it was so full you could have though they where giving away perfume bottles. It was impossible to shop with tranquility. The food area is quite well stocked and pretty, but over priced, but up stairs, where they have the clothes and other things its so dull. Then you try to go down and you are faced with the ridiculous escalator. I had to run out of the place, with my mom, that now agrees that this place sucks! read more

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I think the best part of Harrods is the food hall....when you get into the dessert section, it's very neat to see all of the arrangements they have come up with from cakes, to chocolate, to cheesecake, to chocolate covered fruit, coffee, to an actual grocery store. The restaurants inside of Harrods are also pretty tasty. Yes the shopping experience is great, but the food hall is the best! Don't miss it! Also since Harrods is a huge tourist spot, be prepared crowds and inconsiderate people! read more

If you have money to burn, this is the place to drop it like it's hot! This department store has EVERYTHING! It covers 5 acres of land, taking over the entire block! This is your Neiman Marcus/Saks+Best Buy+Toys R Us+Sports Chalet+Whole Foods+Pet Store+everything else! It's quite an experience. A must see if it's your first time in London! read more

Harrods is a very classy outlet offering many different sections to shop in such as stationery, chocolate, toys, furniture, clothes (with a wide range of designer clothing) etc. I think that the way Harrrods has been set up is very different to other outlets so gives it a very classy posh look. I love to browse in Harrods when I am in the area but as for buying any clothes for example it is just too pricey especially due to the fact most of their products are made by designers. However its always nice to splurge out on some nice unique chocolate or food from Harrods. Harrods is most definitely fit for royalty, the famous and the wealthy. read more

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Absolutely in love with this department store. Extremely large and has everything designer you could ever want. The home section is also very very cool and it's just a time to walk around the store and "window" shop. read more

I never knew going to a giant department store with my wife could be so much fun and such an eye opening experience but Harrods managed to deliver just that. read more

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This is opulence personified. So totally not my thing. If you are a shopper then this is the kind of place you will want to be. For the non shopper or borderline shopper than this will not appeal to you other than the novelty of bearing witness to a ridiculous amount of money being spent. read more

Stopped by here to get a few gifts before my flight home. I had no idea what to buy until the salesman suggested a box of chocolate. Not just any box of chocolate, but a box of chocolate that is barely the size of my palm for over 40 pounds!!! At least he gave me a free sample. Now I DO NOT LIKE chocolate. I HATE chocolate. But this chocolate was so smooth and so creamy, I could eat a whole box of it every day until I die of chocolate poisoning. I didn't have anytime to explore here since I only had an hour and 45 minutes to leave here, check out of my hotel and catch my flight leaving Heathrow. I did notice they had an export desk. I guess if you buy more than you could possibly check as luggage, they can export it home for you. I also saw a gold trading desk. Gold as in the metal, not as in some kind of membership status. Not something you see very often. read more

Harrods takes department stores to a whole different level. At first I was not going to visit Harrods. I mean who travels and visit a department store. But boy am I glad I did. They have an opera singer there! yes, and she was singing! It was nuts. The food hall is insane. They sell lobster (It was about 40 USD)! I mean I never heard of anyone eating a lobster at a department store. Downfall: There's no place to eat and if i'm paying $10USD for one donut peach and a small mango you bet I want a place to sit! This place is SO expensive, cant afford anything, literally! (Yes, I really wanted to return the fruits I purchased!) read more

Shopping merchandise that I can't bring back slash is too expensive for me... its like an FAO Schwarz for adults who love to shop. I came here during my Eurotrip 2011... first time back since 2004... and my opinion is still the same. I don't really care about the shopping experience... However... the food is just as memorable... everything here is insanely fresh and wonderfully delicious. Granted its expensive because the USD is crap compared to the GBP... but god, you cannot compromise the quality they have at Harrod's downstairs grocery... simply amazing. I could get lost in the meat and cheese sections... so good read more

Ok... aside from the backpacks... the organization, or lack thereof of this place is maddening. its such a large building its super easy to lose track/direction in this place, and there seems to be little rhyme or reason to why things are where they are. they have food and restaurants on every level!!! annoying. trying to find your way around this place. I'll know I'm too foo foo for my own good if I know my way around this place. read more

Harrod's isn't the delight it was years ago. Although you have to see it once to say you have been there I didn't find it very enjoyable on my last visit. The layout of the upper floors of the store is confusing and requires much time to find exactly what you are looking for. The food court is very nice but there isn't nearly enough seating to expect to go and have lunch unless you are alone. The doormen aren't all that pleasant anymore as they scrutinize the potential customers making their way in. read more

Amazing. They had EVERYTHING, from clothes to electronics to collectibles! Look around at the decor too! It was all very intricate and gorgeous. Do plan to spend about a few hours here if you want to take your time to see everything as the store itself is huge and filled with multiple departments and quirks that will pique your interest. Definitely not just a store, basically a landmark no matter what your interests are! read more

I know people say Harrods is expensive but I have been in the foodhall for years, it is clean bright and a very good choice. The staff provide a good service and that is what I liked. read more

People see Harrod's in many different ways, or so it would seem from the myriad reviews on Qype. So if you're browsing, ha! You're getting MY hap'orth now. No, don't click Back. Sit down and behave yourself. I was going to say that to describe Harrod's as expensive is to miss the point, but that's not really fair. For those who have never heard of this cathedral of consumerism, then, you should probably go forearmed with the knowledge that Harrod's aims to cater for the luxury end of the market. I don't think that's necessarily the same thing as expensive, though. If you live in the sort of world where it's reasonable to pay £18,000 for a mobile phone with platinum and diamond detail, you might think it chock-full of bargains. Harrod's is about conspicuous consumption. Of COURSE you don't need Ralph Lauren bed linen, any more than you need potted guineafowl or jugged walrus pate or Balinese labia jewelry or you get the idea. It's based on the Brompton Road, which is not exactly an area in need of funds at the best of times. You're nary a step away from the excesses of Sloane Street, with its Pradas and Guccis and what-have-yous. I guess Harrod's just tries to bring it all together under one roof, then top it off with a Food Hall and some soft furnishings. If you're new to London and visiting this dirty old Emperor of a city, you'll probably go anyway, and it will be exactly as you imagined it to be. A little tacky - well, honestly all that gold and Egyptian motif stuff - and very pleased with itself. Sale time - I think January and early August, although these days the sales never seem to stop - is a good window to grab a bargain in, although if you're after one of those must-have items (I don't know a Marc Jacobs angel-skin clutch bag or something well, seriously, I'm a straight man, what the hell do I know?) then you may need to get to it over the bloodied and beaten corpses of two hundred women just like you. But hey. You're worth it. read more

For me, Harrods is a place of mixed blessings. I remember it as a different place, in its previous 'incarnation', when it had a graceful, understated, olde-world, traditionally English welcoming, elegant feel about it. Today, it's on a different planet. Nothing understated about it at all. Big, brash, a touch overwhelming and definitely gaudy in parts. It still has its merits though. Instead of adoring the food halls and fashion floor, as I used to, I now marvel at the wonders of the lingerie department with fabulous choice, brilliant prices (in the sale!), fabulous fitting rooms and the superb Sweatshop area on the top floor. Staff in these departments are a great asset to the store. Visit and explore - allow plenty of time - prepare to be overwhelmed, as well as adhering to the in-house codes of dress and behaviour. It's still part of the London experience but on a glitzy international scale far removed from the traditional (slightly demure) displays of yore. read more

I passed this on the way home from the Qype party and reminded me of my visits there. A true department store; very well laid out and naturally flowing from one department to the other. Every thing is tasteful, occasional vulgarity appears in the jewelry department though. I could never, with good conscience, buy anything here. The prices are marked up outrageously and I wouldn't not want to add a penny to Mr Al Fayed's coffers. Personally, I find the man controversial beyond belief and a lot of his public conduct disgraceful. I feel sad that a shop that is so famous has passed to someone like him. If this doesn't bother you, then you will find classic cuts in designer clothes, shoes of great qualit, hats, jewelry. toys, furniture and fabulous food halls. All at a great premium. read more