This compact, pocket-sized London travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of London.
This London guidebook covers: Whitehall and Westminster, St James’s, Mayfair and Marylebone, Soho and Covent Garden, Bloomsbury, The City, The East End, The Tower and Docklands, Southbank and around, Bankside and Borough, Kensington and Chelsea, Regent’s Park and Camden, Hampstead and Highgate.
Inside this London travel book you will find:
- Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas
- Things not to miss in London – East London’s markets, South Bank, Greenwich, London pubs, Hampton Court Palace, Houses of Parliament, South Kensington’s museums, Tate Modern, London’s theatres, Tower of London, Borough Market, Hampstead Heath, National Gallery, British Museum, view from the Shard
- Ready-made itineraries samples – created for different time frames or types of trip
- London at a glance – an overview map of London with key areas and short descriptions of what you’ll find there
- Day trips – extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield
- Practical travel tips – information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A–Z directory
- Handy language section – themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink
- Independent reviews – honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors
- Accommodation – handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets
- What’s new – a short overview of the changes in London in recent years for repeat travellers
- Fully updated post-COVID-19
The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of London with a concise edit of all the information you’ll need.
About the author
Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about–having either traveled extensively or lived there–and their expertise shines through on every page. It’s priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.