Experience London

Lonely Planet's Experience London travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic city with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Find a floral jungle at Columbia Road Flower Market, visit Sky Garden's park in the clouds, see Shakespeare at the Globe - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.

Plan your trip to London with this collection of unforgettable experiences

Refresh & reset
Discover under-the-radar places and fresh perspectives

Hit the ground running
Find your way with tips from in-the-know locals

Build your trip
String together unique experiences that suit you

Travel responsibly
Be safe, support local and make a positive impact

Résumé

Lonely Planet's Experience London travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic city with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.

Discover amazing local experiences from eating your way around Brick Lane's Sunday food market, to strolling through the magnificent Hampstead Heath, and experiencing what life was once like on the city's famous docks at the Museum of London Docklands.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience London travel guide:

• Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure
• Local experts share their love for the real London, offering fresh perspectives into the city's traditions, values, and modern trends
• Trip planning tools help you create your own itineraries for exploring each neighbourhood so you can navigate London and connect experiences together with ease
• Experience the perfect day with our local writers who share their ideal itinerary from morning to afternoon and night
• In the know tips help you discover even more local experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks
• Fun insights will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - learn the best time to haggle at the capital's vibrant street markets; make way for London's evolving chinatown food scene; explore a number of abandoned and disused tube stations scattered around the city
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy views
• Handy seasonal planning calendar guides you on where to go, when to travel, and what to pack
• QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how, and travel secrets
• Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour photography and maps including a pull out map of London
• Covers: The West End, City of London, South Bank, Kensington & Hyde Park, Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields, East London, Hampstead & North London, Notting Hill & West London, Brixton, Peckham & South London

Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience London.