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The 10 Coolest London Souvenirs You’ll Actually Want to Keep  (P.S. No plastic keychains here.)
June 09, 2025

The 10 Coolest London Souvenirs You’ll Actually Want to Keep (P.S. No plastic keychains here.)

Whether it’s your first time strolling along the South Bank or you know exactly where to find the best curry on Brick Lane, London has a way of sticking with you. So why not bring a little of it home — minus the jet lag? We rounded up ten of the coolest, most design-worthy souvenirs to commemorate your London adventures. No kitsch. Just keepsakes worth showing off.     1. Jet Set Candy LHR Luggage Tag Charm A proper London souvenir with just the right amount of jet-setter style. This meticulously detailed charm features classic airline tag vibes — with “LHR” and “Heathrow” etched into sterling silver or gold vermeil. Inspired by vintage luggage labels, it’s basically proof you made the trip. 🛫 Find it at: Jet Set Candy – LHR Luggage Tag Charm     2. Liberty London Print Notebook Take a piece of Liberty’s iconic floral prints with you. These hardback notebooks are wrapped in signature Tana Lawn cotton and scream “I have excellent taste in souvenirs.” 🖊 Find it at: Liberty London, Regent Street     3. Jet Set Candy London Phone Booth Charm Red, shiny, and charming in all the right ways. Our newest addition pays tribute to the city’s most iconic call box. No dialing required — just wear it on your bracelet or necklace and let it ring with style. ☎️ Find it at: Jet Set Candy – Phone Booth Charm     4. Biscuiteers London Biscuit Tin A tin full of hand-iced cookies shaped like London buses, taxis, and Big Ben? Yes please. Almost too pretty to eat. Almost. 🍪 Find it at: Biscuiteers     5. Cambridge Satchel Company Crossbody These heritage-style leather bags are handmade in the UK and make for a souvenir that’s functional, fashion-forward, and totally timeless. Bonus points for getting it embossed with your initials. 👜 Find it at: Cambridge Satchel Company     6. Jet Set Candy British Passport Book Charm The charm for anyone who feels right at home in London (or wishes they did). Modeled after the real thing, this charm brings a bit of British identity to your collection — minus the paperwork. 📘 Find it at: Jet Set Candy – U.K. Passport Book Charm     7. Emma Bridgewater London Mug Add some charm to your morning cuppa with one of Bridgewater’s London-themed mugs. Hand-decorated in Stoke-on-Trent and practically a British institution in themselves. ☕️ Find it at: Emma Bridgewater     8. Smythson London Travel Journal Nothing says “sophisticated traveler” like a leather-bound Smythson. Their London City Journal has luxe featherweight paper and smart gold embossing. A brilliant excuse to jot down your pub crawl highlights. 📓 Find it at: Smythson     9. House of Hackney Velvet Cushion If maximalist British interiors are your thing, House of Hackney is your mecca. Their richly printed cushions scream East London cool and make the perfect design-forward souvenir. 🛋 Find it at: House of Hackney     10. Fortnum & Mason Tea Trio The souvenir equivalent of a royal seal of approval. Choose from Earl Grey, Royal Blend, or a cheeky Smoky Earl Grey for a posh tea experience back home. 🍵 Find it at: Fortnum & Mason     Final Boarding Call: Souvenirs don’t have to be cheesy. From luxe leather goods to edible art to collectible charms, these London mementos are as iconic as the city itself — and a lot easier to pack than a full English breakfast.  
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