Lonely Planet London Encounter

What Will Your London Encounter Be?

...sampling the late-night delights of Soho (p46)
...exploring ancient cultures in the British Museum (p64)
...weighing yourself down with shopping bags in Covent Garden (p51)
...getting spicy with a curry in Whitechapel (p27)
...downing some proper beer in the Jerusalem Tavern (p118)
...separating your Picassos from your Pollocks at Tate Modern (p142)

Discover Twice the City in Half the Time...

...full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation
...our resident author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment
...unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short trip
...local experts reveal London's secrets: from a boutique hairdresser's top shopping suggestions to the coolest live-music venues from the director of the BBC Electric Proms