Lonely Planet Pocket London

by Jade Bremner

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to London - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover London's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From sipping a pint in one of the city's most famous boozers Ye Old Cheshire Cheese, to exploring Columbia Road Flower Market's floral stalls, and joining an all-speed boat ride along the Thames.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket London travel

Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate London with ease.Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and Regent's ParkExciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases London's best kept secrets and rising trends Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' sectionMake quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendorsEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travel Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of London in print editionCovers: Portobello Market & West London; Covent Garden & the West End; Greenwich Park & South London; St Paul's & the City; Tate Modern & South Bank; Kensington Museums; Hampstead Heath & Camden; Shoreditch & the East End  eBook (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)

Add notes to personalise your guidebook experienceSeamlessly flip between pagesBookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash

224 pages, Paperback

Published October 8, 2024

Reviews

[Geoff Battle · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a compact book, easily fitting inside a handbag or, perhaps, a large pocket. The text is quite small, so have your reading glasses on hand if you use them. This allows for an incredible amount of information to be squeezed into the guide.
It's easy to navigate, with lots of cross-referencing, made easy with a map for each area of London. There are tips to save money, as well as which times provide the best value or opportunity to get the best experience. This is no rush job; it's been meticulously researched and compiled. Historical and geographical trivia is dispersed throughout.
There are plenty of photographs to bring the reference material to life, though not at the expense of padding articles out. Everything here adds value.
Then, the 400 pages of locations and activities are all added to a large fold-out map at the rear of the book.
Simply put, this is a fantastic guidebook.

[Climbing · Rating 5 out of 5]

More pictures would have been nice.

[Addy Canzano · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yay prepping for Goog addy take over London and Paris trip!!- no actual rating I just put something so it would pop up on my phone