Experience London | Lonely Planet
Marvel at Wren's masterpieces from atop the Tate Modern. Dine at a Michelin restaurant in hip East London. See some of the world's greatest works of art for free. Cycle out to a rural escape. Hunt vampires and say hello to Karl Marx at Highgate Cemetery. Bar-hop through hip Hoxton and Storeditch. Explore fascinating ethnic neighbourhoods and eat like a local in Brick Lane. Go wild swimming in Hampstead Heath. Watch a sunset from atop the Walkie Talkie. Down a pint of craft beer at a Bermondsey microbrewery.
Lonely Planet’s Experience London is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Discover royal palaces, have a pint in a pub, and catch a West End show - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives.
Inside Lonely Planet’s Experience London:
- Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip
- Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout
- Pull-out London map (included in print version)
- Highlights and neighbourhood trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - the Tube, hidden skyscrapers, West End stages, the pub, famed markets
- Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn’t thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights
- Day trips for easy escapes from the city
- Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the underground, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel
Covers The West End, City of London, South Bank, Kensington & Hyde Park, Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields, East London & Docklands, Hampstead & North London, Notting Hill & West London, Brixton, Peckham & South London and more
Writers: Tharik Hussain, Demi
Uncover London’s best experiences and get away from the everyday!