London Encounter

Our resident author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment, plus local experts also 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.

Discover twice the city in half the time. Features unique itineraries and highlights to help you make the most of a short trip, plus full-colour neighbourhood maps for easy navigation.

Sample the late-night delights of Soho
Weigh yourself down with shopping bags in Covent Garden
Down some proper beer in the Jerusalem Tavern
Separate your Picassos from your Pollocks at Tate Modern