London is a classic setting for movies. With world-famous landmarks, quiet, leafy streets and hidden courtyards, it's easy to see why our little berg is such a hotspot for cinema. Here, we take a look at five of the most iconic places in London-based movies, places ordinary Londoners pass almost every day.
Tower Bridge
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This famous landmark can be spotted in many films, including Mission Impossible, Tomb Raider and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason. In the latter, Renee Zellwegger as Bridget Jones manages to capture loneliness and the vibrancy of London all in one tricky little scene.
142 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, W11
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Hugh Grant's character's travel bookshop in Notting Hill was an actual bookshop and in the 16 years since the film, it has benefited tremendously from the movie. You can find it at 142 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London W11.
Waterloo Station
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The Bourne Ultimatum is the most famous movie filmed at Waterloo Station, a hub that connects London to points south and west. On the day of filming, the presence of Matt Damon caused usually unflappable Londoners to stand and gawp.
MI-6 Vauxhall Cross
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Vauxhall Cross has featured in several recent James Bond films. In Skyfall, the most successful James Bond film of all time, Javier Bardem blew it up to provoke M.
St. Luke's Mews
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In Love Actually, St. Luke’s Mews was the site of Mark's cardboard confession of his love for Juliet, his best friend's wife. It was heartbreaking, pathetic and beautiful. If you don't know what we're talking about, ask your girlfriend.
