London is home to both the traditional and the trend-setting, from ceremonious pomp and pageantry to the 'anything goes' aura of Soho. You can hang around the Tower of London or seek out the coolest shops and happening clubs. Once you've worked up an appetite, you can feast on fish and chips, try modern British cuisine, or take advantage of great ethnic restaurants, including Indian, French, Chinese and more. Take in the historical sites or explore the city's diverse neighborhoods. This guide gives you the latest scoop on: the hottest clubs and night life, the coolest shopping, and the thriving performing arts scene; attractions ranging from pubs to palaces to Parliament; incredible museums, including the British Museum with its antiquities, the Tate Modern, and the National Portrait Gallery with likenesses of famous Brits, including pop icons like Elton John; and four itineraries and six easy day trips to help you pack the most into your stay. Like every "For Dummies" travel guide, "London For Dummies", Sixth Edition includes: down-to-earth trip-planning advice; what you shouldn't miss - and what you can skip; the best hotels and restaurants for every budget; and lots of detailed maps.

Table of Contents

Introduction. Part I: Introducing London. Chapter 1: Discovering the Best of London. Chapter 2: Digging Deeper into London. Chapter 3: Deciding When to Go. Part II: Planning Your Trip to London. Chapter 4: Managing Your Money. Chapter 5: Getting to London. Chapter 6: Catering to Special Needs or Interests. Chapter 7: Taking Care of the Remaining Details. Part III: Settling into London. Chapter 8: Arriving and Getting Oriented. Chapter 9: Checking In at London's Best Hotels and B&Bs. Chapter 10: Dining and Snacking in London. Part IV: Exploring London. Chapter 11: Discovering London's Top Attractions. Chapter 12: Shopping the Local Stores. Chapter 13: Following an Itinerary: Four Great Options. Chapter 14: Going beyond London: Six Great Day Trips. Part V: Living It Up after Dark: London Nightlife. Chapter 15: Applauding the Performing Arts. Chapter 16: London's Best Pubs, Clubs, and Bars. Part VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 17: Making Amens: Ten Noteworthy London Churches. Chapter 18: Ale's Well That Ends Well: Ten Historic London Pubs. Chapter 19: Ten Important Royals - Past and Present. Appendix: Quick Concierge. Index.