National Geographic: Londres

by Louise Nicholson

From venerable Westminster Abbey to the cutting-edge exhibitions of the Tate Modern art museum, from the Tower of London's imposing facades to idyllic St. James's Park, London's storied history and myriad charms are irresistible. It's all here: the great historical sites , newer destinations, such as the revolving London Eye, the shopping and business district around East London's Docklands, and the rebuilt Globe Theatre on the trendy South Bank. Special detailed features give comprehensive information on many diverse topics such as London's street markets, Regency architecture, and historic port. Also, the book offers four guided walks through many of the city's lesser-known nooks and crannies. A special Excursions chapter guides readers to some of England's most rewarding destinations, all within range of the capital. A thorough Travelwise section provides recommendations for hotels and restaurants in all price ranges and in all areas. The guide also features authentic experiences that will help you delve deeper into the culture--including where to enjoy a fine British afternoon tea and how to get half-price tickets for London's renowned West End shows. 
 
Whether you're shopping along famous Oxford Street or strolling along the quiet side streets of Chelsea, this guide has every tool you need to make your trip to America's #1 European tourist destination a memorable one.

Aimed at active travelers who want authentic, enriching, cultural experiences and expert advice from a trustworthy source, National Geographic Travelers provide ways for people to experience a place rather than just visit, and give the true feel of each destination not easily found online.

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Reference, London

272 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2010

About the author

Journalist, author, conservationist and lecturer – Louise has been leading tours to India for almost 30 years. An art historian by training, she has catalogued Indian art at Christie’s and worked on a TV series about the Mughal emperors. Her dozen books on India include the National Geographic guidebook. Her antecedents include Lord Cornwallis, Governor-General of India 1786-93, while her wide India interests stretch from textiles and gardens to cuisines and literature.

Reviews

[Patri Isoardi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Está muy bien. Cumple con las expectativas. Es un poco desordenado y marea bastante cómo va contando la historia de la ciudad. Hace un detalle muy exhaustivo de cada barrio y da tips muy buenos de cuando ver cada cosa. Tal vez lo más criticable son las imágenes que poco tienen que ver con lo que está narrando.

[Jorge · Rating 3 out of 5]

Suggested itineraries different stay durations would be helpful. Adequate detail for top spots but other spots are pretty much just listed. Less excursions suggestions and a little more detail would be helpful

[Palinda]

DNF. Tulisannya kecil-kecil banget nggak enak buat dibaca.

[William · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent guide to get you about London and the surrounding area.

[Elizabeth Gay · Rating 4 out of 5]

So much information in this book, so many things I didn't know.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book, full of info.!
Utilized a lot on our trip.

[Stephany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Интересен с много информация и интересни факти

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good basic travel guide for London. The sections on the museums and churches are excellent, with the types of pictures and maps National Geographic is known for.

[Andrea Fernández Martínez · Rating 3 out of 5]

Está bien como guía, pero muy anticuado. Supongo que es necesario ir comprándote la versión actualizada cada cierto tiempo para que se pueda usar como lo que es, una guía.