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5 Best Pharmacies in London (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A forgotten prescription or a same-day travel jab tends to turn pharmacies in London from a background errand into an urgent one. Ratings across the five below swing from 3.5 to 4.9, the widest gap on this page, and the pharmacy with the most reviews, 482 in total, actually sits at the bottom of that range, so volume alone won't tell you who to trust.

Short answer: Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic leads this list at a 4.9 rating across 218 reviews, the strongest blend of rating and volume among the smaller independents here. John Bell & Croyden has by far the most reviews of the five (482) but a much lower 3.5 rating, an honest example of volume without consistency. For late-night needs, Prince Pharmacy stays open until 1am most nights.
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The pharmacy shortlist for London

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic 4.9 ★ 218 Highest rating, travel emergencies View ›
2 Holborn Pharmacy 4.8 ★ 121 Repeat prescriptions, personal service View ›
3 John Bell & Croyden 3.5 ★ 482 Product range and heritage, expect mixed reviews View ›
4 Prince Pharmacy | Mayfair 4.7 ★ 90 Late-night and hard-to-find medication View ›
5 king's Pharmacy & Medical centre 4.9 ★ 72 Perfect rating, private health screening View ›
5 Best Pharmacies in London (2026)

Our five picks, reviewed

Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic

4.9218 Google reviews

Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic serves Pimlico from Warwick Way, combining a general pharmacy with travel clinic services like vaccinations and health advice. It's open seven days a week except Sunday, with hours running into the evening on weekdays.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly praise staff, especially Ana and Livi, for calm, attentive care during genuine emergencies
  • A tourist with severe ear pain on arrival was treated with antibiotics and clear instructions on the spot
  • Repeat prescriptions and flu or Covid jabs are handled efficiently for regular customers

Worth knowing

  • The pharmacy's own website was under maintenance at the time of research, so call ahead to confirm current hours
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume218 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The top rating here among the smaller independents, with real emergency-care stories to back it up.

Website+442078346050 Directions

27-29 Warwick Wy, Pimlico, London SW1V 1QT

Holborn Pharmacy logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Holborn Pharmacy

4.8121 Google reviews

Holborn Pharmacy has served the local community from Southampton Row for over 30 years, offering NHS and private services including flu and Covid vaccinations, a travel clinic and private prescriptions, plus a local home delivery service for patients most in need.

What people praise

  • Pradip, the pharmacist, is named repeatedly and praised for going out of his way with urgent prescriptions
  • Reviewers describe the practice as deeply community-minded, helping tourists and locals alike in a pinch
  • Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful

Worth knowing

  • A smaller review base than the top pick, and its most recent sample review is a few months old, so confirm current opening hours before a same-day visit
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume121 · 73th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A consistent 4.8 rating built almost entirely around one named pharmacist's reputation, a good sign for personal service.

Website+442074052825 Directions

88 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4BB

John Bell & Croyden logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

John Bell & Croyden

3.5482 Google reviews

John Bell & Croyden has traded from Wigmore Street since 1798, combining a dispensing pharmacy with an extensive health and beauty shop covering vitamins, supplements and skincare, plus fast delivery across the UK.

What people praise

  • Online orders have arrived to customers as far away as Northern Ireland within 24 hours
  • The product range is described as wide and hard to find elsewhere
  • One traveller's forgotten prescription medication was sourced the same day after other pharmacies said it wouldn't be ready until Monday

Worth knowing

  • Its overall Google rating, 3.5, is well below every other pharmacy on this list, so weigh its heritage and product range against more mixed day-to-day service feedback
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating3.5 / 5
Review volume482 · 96th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown53% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ranks last here on rating despite having by far the largest review base and the longest history of any pharmacy on this list. A useful stop for its retail range, but go in with expectations set by that lower score.

Website+442079355555 Directions

50-54 Wigmore St, London W1U 2AU

Prince Pharmacy | Mayfair logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Prince Pharmacy | Mayfair

4.790 Google reviews

Prince Pharmacy in Mayfair combines a dispensing pharmacy with a selective health shop and medispa, staying open until 1am most nights and from 11am on Sundays.

What people praise

  • Staff, including Ibrahim and Ali, are praised for solving problems quickly and professionally
  • A hard-to-find fertility medicine was sourced and couriered the same day, including once while the customer was travelling abroad
  • A mild allergic reaction on a night out was handled with genuine care

Worth knowing

  • The smallest review base of the five here, so its strong 4.7 rating rests on fewer opinions than its peers
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume90 · 58th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown90% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The late hours and demonstrated ability to source difficult medications fast make this the standout for urgent or after-hours needs.

Website+442072627866 Directions

45 Dover St, London W1S 4FF

king's Pharmacy & Medical centre logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

king's Pharmacy & Medical centre

4.972 Google reviews

King's Pharmacy & Medical Centre runs from Thayer Street in Marylebone, open until 10pm most nights, with an attached medical centre offering private GP consultations, blood tests and health screening alongside standard pharmacy services.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently describe the pharmacist team as attentive, patient and quick to reply to messages
  • One patient specifically praises the hygiene standard during an in-house vitamin shot treatment
  • Prescriptions are processed quickly and clearly explained

Worth knowing

  • Its recency and confidence are lower than the other pharmacies here. Most sample reviews are six months to a year old, so treat the sentiment as a good early signal rather than an exhaustive track record
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume72 · 50th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Its rating matches the top of this list, but on the smallest and least recent review base here, a promising pick worth a fresh look at recent reviews before committing to ongoing care.

Website+447308195015 Directions

16 Thayer St, London W1U 3JU

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score these pharmacies

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left one, ranked against every pharmacy we found in London. Confidence blends the two, so a strong score from hundreds of reviewers counts for more than the same score from a handful. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing, and completeness checks whether a website, phone number and hours are all public. No pharmacy can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a private prescription or travel vaccine cost in London? (2026)

NHS prescription charges are set nationally, but private prescriptions, travel vaccines and health screening services vary by pharmacy. None of the five above publish a full price list online, so ask your pharmacist directly for a quote before booking a travel clinic appointment or a private prescription.

Pharmacies across central London

These five pharmacies cluster around Pimlico, Holborn, Marylebone and Mayfair, all within easy reach of central London. If you’re searching for a pharmacy near me and need something urgently, Prince Pharmacy’s late hours make it a reliable backup after most others have closed.

What to ask before you rely on a pharmacy

  • Do you offer NHS repeat prescription collection or home delivery?
  • Can you administer travel vaccines, and how far ahead should I book?
  • Do you offer a private prescription service if I need medication urgently?
  • What are your current opening hours, since some listed hours can be out of date?
  • Do you stock the specific brand or dosage I need, or can you order it same day?
  • Is a pharmacist available for a quick consultation without an appointment?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these pharmacies?

We pulled every pharmacy ranking for this search in London, then scored each on its live Google rating, how many customers reviewed it, and how recently those reviews were left.

How often is this updated?

We last verified this list in July 2026 and refresh it as ratings and review counts change.

What’s the difference between an NHS and a private pharmacy service?

Any of these pharmacies can dispense an NHS prescription if registered to do so. Private services, like travel vaccines or private prescriptions, are paid extras on top of that.

Can I get a prescription filled the same day if I’ve forgotten my medication while travelling?

Often, yes, but you’ll usually need a prescription from a local doctor first. Several pharmacies on this list have helped travellers get one quickly.

The bottom line

Gees Chemist + Travel Clinic is the safe default here, with the strongest rating and real emergency-care stories behind it. If you need something late at night, Prince Pharmacy’s hours until 1am make it the practical backup. Either way, call ahead to confirm hours and stock before making a special trip.

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