Experience London like a local with the most opinionated, entertaining guidebook on the market. Rough Guides' expert authors have trampled through royal parks, navigated cobbled alleyways and propped up many-a-bar while researching this guide, writing it all up with our trademark blend of humour and practical advice.

Whether you plan to browse the best of London's independent shops, roam the rising quarters of Peckham and Hackney or witness relics of London's grisly history, The Rough Guide to London has it covered. What's more, the sleeping, eating, shopping, drinking, and nightlife listings have been tailored to suit every budget, from luxury to shoestring. With stunning photography, easy-to-use maps and chapter highlights, plus some fast-fix itineraries, The Rough Guide to London will help you navigate your way around this this sprawling and wonderfully diverse metropolis.