Lonely Planet Best of London

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