One of the world's great - and most visited - cities, London has something for everyone: from culture to fine food and a buzzing party scene. Its energy is intoxicating and its diversity infuses daily life, music, fashion and art.
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Lonely Planet's easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colorful photos, focuses on London's most popular attractions for those looking for the best of the best in 2020.
Lonely Planet’s Best of London is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gallery hop along the Thames, explore dark history and glittering crown jewels in the Tower of London, and sample real ale in historic pubs – all with your trusted travel companion.
Top 10 London Experiences
1. Westminster Abbey
2. British Museum
3. Buckingham Palace
4. Houses of Parliament
5. National Gallery
6. Trafalgar Square
7. Covent Garden
8. Tower of London
9. A Sunday in the East End
10. Borough Market
Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of London:
- 60 full-colour maps and photos throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art.
- Survival Guide A-Z: essential information on everything from money and health to visas and emergency phone numbers
Discover the best of London and begin your journey now!
What is a Best of City book?
These are shorter, more concise guidebooks compared to our city guide series. More visually stimulating, they focus on the top sights and most authentic experiences. Perfect if you don’t need accommodation recommendations, they’re packed with expert knowledge, local secrets and carefully crafted itineraries, as well as the most relevant and up-to-date advice. If purchasing this title outside of the Americas, this series is named "Best Of" instead of "Discover".