<p><i>Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher</i> </p><p><b><i>Lonely Planet London</i></b> is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Check out cutting-edge art at the Tate Modern, wander the historic Royal Parks and explore riverside pubs and the bars of Shoreditch; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of London and begin your journey now!</p><p><b>Inside <i>Lonely Planet London</i> Travel Guide:</b> </p><ul><li><b>Full-colour </b>maps and images throughout </li><li><b>Highlights</b> <b>and itineraries</b> help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests</li><li><b>Insider tips</b> to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots</li><li><b>Essential info</b> <b>at your fingertips</b> <b>-</b> hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices</li><li><b>Honest reviews for all budgets</b> - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss</li><li><b>Cultural insights</b> give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, literary London, music, theatre, architecture, art, fashion and film</li><li><b>Free, convenient pull-out London map</b> (included in print version), plus over 50 colour maps</li><li><b>Covers</b> the West End, the City, the South Bank, Kensington &amp; Hyde Park, the East End and more</li></ul><p><b>The Perfect Choice: </b><b><i>Lonely Planet London</i></b>, our most comprehensive guide to London, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.</p><ul><li>Looking for just the highlights of London? Check out <b><i>Lonely Planet Discover London</i></b>, a photo-rich guide to the city's most popular attractions, or<b><i>Lonely Planet Pocket London</i></b>, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.</li><li>Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out our <b><i>Lonely Planet England</i></b>guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. </li></ul><p><b>Authors:</b> Written and researched by Lonely Planet. </p><p><b>About Lonely Planet: </b>Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.</p>