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20 Travel Books About London to Read Before You Go

These captivating  books about London  are a must-read before your trip. Non-fiction London travel books include the classic Rick Steeves travel guide alongside books about British history, the Royal family, and classic British cuisine you’ll encounter during your adventure.

Planning a trip to London? Or perhaps you just want to explore England from homea s part of a homeschool geography, history, or cultural study.

These non-fiction books about London cover a broad range of fascinating topics that will bring the hustle and bustle of England’s capital right to your front door.

When I’m reading up before a big trip, I always start with a few  classic travel guides  to get a better sense of the area I’ll be visiting and the landmarks I want to add to my itinerary .

But then I like to dig a little deeper with  books about the history, food, and culture  so that I’m better prepared for the people I’ll meet and the experiences I’ll encounter.

Thankfully if this is  your first International trip , language barrier shouldn’t be too much of a problem, but be sure to brush up on your British colloquialisms before you go!

If you plan to visit Buckingham Palace, you may also enjoy reading one of these books about the Royal Family or pack a royal romance for your plane trip over.

Books to Read About London

Rick Steves London

Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through London. From the sacred stones of Westminster Abbey to the top of the London Eye, the city is yours to discover! Inside Rick Steves London you'll find:

• Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring London
• Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites
• Top sights and hidden gems, from Trafalgar Square and the Tower of London to where to find the best tikka masala or fish and chips
• How to connect with local culture: Catch a show in Soho, take afternoon tea, or have a pint of English ale with Londoners in a pub
• Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight
• The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a Pimm's Cup
• Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and world-class museums like the British Museum and the Victoria & Albert
• Day trips to Windsor, Cambridge, and Stonehenge
• Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go
• Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth trip

DK Eyewitness London

Whether you want to tread the footsteps of kings and queens in the royal palaces, take a break from sightseeing in one of the city’s many parks, or sample a tantalizing array of street food from around the world, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that London has to offer.

Every corner of this cosmopolitan capital is brimming with personality. Dripping in pomp and tradition, Whitehalland Westminster are best known for their iconic sights and regal architecture. The rolling fields and peaceful woodlands of Hampstead Heath feel a world apart from the futuristic skyscrapers of the financial district of the City. And when the sun sets, Soho bursts into life – the perfect spot for an evening out.

Our updated guide brings London to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. 

DK Eyewitness Top 10 London (Pocket Travel Guide)

One of the world's most captivating metropolises, London is a cultural colossus-renowned for its pulsating theater district, museums, monuments, and fabulous array of restaurants and bars. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around London with absolute ease.

Our annually updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of London into helpful lists of ten-from our own selected highlights to the best museums and art galleries, places to eat, parks and gardens, and riverfront sights.

Walking London

Walking London is the essential companion for any urban explorer—visitor or native—committed to discovering the true heart of one of the world's greatest capital cities!

In 30 carefully planned walks ranging from 2 to 6 miles, distinguished historian Andrew Duncan reveals miles of London's endlessly surprising landscape. From wild heathland to formal gardens, cobbled mews to elegant squares and arcades, bustling markets to tranquil villages, Duncan reveals the pick of the famous sights, but also steers walkers off the tourist track and into the city's hidden corners, taking you through the most interesting and attractive parts of London.

Fancy A Cuppa? British Slang 101

The Complete Guide to Everything That's Quintessentially British:

Are you a fan of British TV but you get lost in translation?

Maybe you plan to visit the UK one day?

Or maybe you are just looking for the BEST Christmas gift for a fellow anglophile!

Well, you're in the right place... best-selling author Jeff Watson brings you the ULTIMATE guide to British Slang.

An all-encompassing hilarious dictionary of everything that's quintessentially British.

A deep-dive into the most up to date & current slang spoken by Brits today, brilliantly illustrated, and hilariously explained.

PRETTYCITYLONDON

Go beyond London's famous landmarks and discover the hidden gems. From secluded mews and undiscovered cafes to flower markets and tree-lined streets, prettycitylondon champions the quiet, gentle moments that allow you to escape in a huge capital city like London.If you know where to look, you will find that traditional shopfronts, vintage transport, artisan bakeries, whimsical florists and timeless bookstores are but a hop, skip and a jump from the centre, and some right in the middle.Full of the unexplored and less-appreciated areas of London, this stunning guide also includes tips on how to plan and photograph your own prettycitylondon experience, whether on foot or dreaming from afar.

Notes from a Small Island

New York Times bestseller Bill Bryson's irreverent and hilarious journey through the beloved island nation he called home for two decades. From Downing Street to Loch Ness, this is a delightful look at the United Kingdom.

Before New York Times bestselling author Bill Bryson wrote The Road to Little Dribbling, he took this delightfully irreverent jaunt around the unparalleled floating nation of Great Britain, which has produced zebra crossings, Shakespeare, Twiggie Winkie’s Farm, and places with names like Farleigh Wallop and Titsey.

The Big Book of the UK

Uncover national secrets and unearth local legends from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in The Big Book of the UK. Filled with over 500 facts on wildlife, food, sports, language and some very silly place names, readers will become experts on the UK in no time.

Timeline of the British Monarchy

Trace the origins and lineages of the British royal family, from the fifth century to the present day.

Over the course of 1,500 years, the British monarchy has undergone numerous transformations—from early warrior kings ruling a fragmented land to today’s mostly ceremonial head of state, King Charles III. Timeline of the British Monarchy is a detailed work of visual reference from the founders of the Useful Charts website that traces the lineages of the kings and queens of Great Britain from the Anglo-Saxons of the fifth century to today’s House of Windsor.

A giant wall chart shows the lineages of each ruling family, and four additional foldout charts provide further details on the main royal houses. Packed with full-color photos and illustrations, as well as insightful commentary on the most famous monarchs, this interactive book is a wonderful resource for anyone with an interest in the history of Great Britain.

The British Baking Book

A meticulously researched, beautifully written, and richly photographed cookbook celebrating the recipes, ingenuity, history, and heritage of British baking.

With over 100 iconic recipes, The British Baking Book tells the wonderfully evocative story of baking in Britain—and how this internationally cherished tradition has evolved from its rich heritage to today’s immense popularity of The Great British Bake Off.With lavish imagery and evocative narrative, the expert-baker author details the landscape, history, ingenuity, and legends—and show-stopping recipes—that have made British baking a worldwide phenomenon. From cakes, biscuits, and buns to custards, tarts, and pies, authentic recipes for Britain’s spectacular sweet and savory baked goods are included here—like pink-frosted Tottenham cake, jam-layered Victoria sandwich cake, quintessential tea loaf, sweet lamb pie, Yorksire curd tart, and more. Illustrating the story of how British baking evolved throughout the country, many of the recipes have a sense-of-place heritage like Dorset apple cake, Whitby lemon buns, Cornish cake, Grasmere gingerbread, and Scottish oatcakes. Evocative and fascinating, this cookbook offers a guided tour of Britain’s best baking.

London in Bloom

London in Bloom showcases the floral abundance of the city’s extraordinary parks, gardens, florists, and flower markets. In this companion to her popular books Paris in Bloom and New York in Bloom, Georgianna Lane takes us on a romantic floral tour of London, juxtaposing luscious blooms with intricate floral details found in iconic architecture. The book also includes:

• A detailed list of recommended parks, gardens, markets, and floral designers
• A spring tour of blossoms and blooms
• A field guide of common spring-blooming trees and shrubs
• Step-by-step instructions for creating a London-style bouquet

Lane offers a practical travel guide for anyone planning to see London in bloom in real life. She plans out a tour of spring blossoms, with a field guide for identifying flowering trees and shrubs. She even includes a list of addresses for her favorite parks, gardens, floral boutiques, and flower markets.

London: A Guide for Curious Wanderers

See London in a completely new light in this guide to the city's hidden secrets, untold stories and special places laden with history which you can discover for yourself!London is famous for its museums, each one full of treasures and relics – but the biggest museum in the capital is the city itself. From the stories behind unusual street names, to the trees in our parks; railings made from recycled WWII stretchers, to shrapnel damage on walls; the hidden symbols on post boxes, to prehistoric tree trunks – there is a rich history hidden in the oft-overlooked details of the city's streets, gardens, parks and buildings.

This richly detailed and beautifully illustrated book provides a miscellany of historic features and curiosities to spot as you wander around the capital. Whether you’ve always wondered why there are cattle troughs on your route to work, why bollards often look like upside down cannons or wanted to know what a Victorian stink pipe is – this book will provide the tools to decipher London’s secret code, and introduce you to a treasure trove of hidden spots to explore.

London's Underground: The Story of the Tube

It is impossible to imagine London without the Tube: the beating heart of the city, the Underground shuttles over a billion passengers each year below its busy streets and across its leafy suburbs. The distinctive roundel, colour-coded maps and Johnston typeface have become design classics, recognised and imitated worldwide.

Opening in 1863, the first sections were operated by steam engines, yet throughout its long history the Tube has been at the forefront of contemporary design, pioneering building techniques, electrical trains and escalators, and business planning. Architects such as Leslie W. Green and Charles Holden developed a distinctively English version of Modernism, and the latest stations for the Jubilee line extension, Overground and Elizabeth line carry this aesthetic forward into the twenty-first century.

In this major work published in association with Transport for London and now updated, Tube expert Oliver Green traces the history of the Underground, following its troubles and triumphs, its wartime and peacetime work, and the essential part it has played in shaping London’s economy, geography, tourism and identity. Specially commissioned photography by Benjamin Graham (UK Landscape Photographer of the Year 2017) brings the story to life in vivid portraits of London Underground’s stations, tunnels and trains.

Churchill: Walking with Destiny

In this landmark biography of Winston Churchill based on extensive new material, the true genius of the man, statesman and leader can finally be fully seen and understood--by the bestselling, award-winning author of Napoleon and The Last King of America.

When we seek an example of great leaders with unalloyed courage, the person who comes to mind is Winston Churchill: the iconic, visionary war leader immune from the consensus of the day, who stood firmly for his beliefs when everyone doubted him. But how did young Winston become Churchill? What gave him the strength to take on the superior force of Nazi Germany when bombs rained on London and so many others had caved? In Churchill, Andrew Roberts gives readers the full and definitive Winston Churchill, from birth to lasting legacy, as personally revealing as it is compulsively readable.

Shakespeare: The World as Stage

William Shakespeare, the most celebrated poet in the English language, left behind nearly a million words of text, but his biography has long been a thicket of wild supposition arranged around scant facts. With a steady hand and his trademark wit, Bill Bryson sorts through this colorful muddle to reveal the man himself. His Shakespeare is like no one else's—the beneficiary of Bryson's genial nature, his engaging skepticism, and a gift for storytelling unrivaled in our time.

Unruly: The Ridiculous History of England's Kings and Queens

Think you know the kings and queens of England? Think again.

In Unruly, David Mitchell explores how early England’s monarchs, while acting as feared rulers firmly guiding their subjects’ destinies, were in reality a bunch of lucky bastards who were mostly as silly and weird in real life as they appear today in their portraits.

Taking us back to King Arthur (spoiler: he didn’t exist), Mitchell tells the founding story of post-Roman England up to the reign of Elizabeth I (spoiler: she dies). It’s a tale of narcissists, inadequate self-control, middle-management insurrection, uncivil wars, and a few Cnuts, as the English evolved from having their crops stolen by the thug with the largest armed gang to bowing and paying taxes to a divinely anointed king.

How this happened, who it happened to, and why the hell it matters are all questions that Mitchell answers with brilliance, wit, and the full erudition of a man who once studied history—and won’t let it off the hook for the mess it’s made.

A funny book that takes history seriously, Unruly is for anyone who has ever wondered how the British monarchy came to be—and who is to blame.

The Six Wives of Henry VIII

A Visitor's Guide to Jane Austen's England

Immerse yourself in the vanished world inhabited by Austen’s contemporaries. Packed with detail and anecdotes, this is an intimate exploration of how the middle and upper classes lived from 1775, the year of Austen’s birth, to the coronation of George IV in 1820. Sue Wilkes skillfully conjures up all aspects of daily life within the period, drawing on contemporary diaries, illustrations, letters, novels, travel literature, and archives.

• Were all unmarried affluent men really “in want of a wife”?
• Where would a young lady seek adventure?
• Would “taking the waters” at Bath and other spas kill or cure you?
• Was Lizzy Bennet bitten by bed-bugs while traveling?
• What would you wear to a country ball or a dance at Almack’s?
• Would Mr. Darcy have worn a corset?
• What hidden horrors lurked in elegant Regency houses?

The Time Traveler's Guide to Regency Britain: A Handbook for Visitors to 1789–1830

A vivid and immersive history of Georgian England that gives its reader a firsthand experience of life as it was truly lived during the era of Jane Austen, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and the Duke of Wellington.

This is the age of Jane Austen and the Romantic poets; the paintings of John Constable and the gardens of Humphry Repton; the sartorial elegance of Beau Brummell and the poetic license of Lord Byron; Britain's military triumphs at Trafalgar and Waterloo; the threat of revolution and the Peterloo massacre. In the latest volume of his celebrated series of Time Traveler's Guides, Ian Mortimer turns to what is arguably the most-loved period in British history: the Regency, or Georgian England.

A time of exuberance, thrills, frills and unchecked bad behavior, it was perhaps the last age of true freedom before the arrival of the stifling world of Victorian morality. At the same time, it was a period of transition that reflected unprecedented social, economic, and political change. And like all periods in history, it was an age of many contradictions—where Beethoven's thundering Fifth Symphony could premier in the same year that saw Jane Austen craft the delicate sensitivities of Persuasion.

Tune In: The Beatles

Tune In is the New York Times bestseller by the world’s leading Beatles authority – the first volume in a groundbreaking trilogy about the band that revolutionized music. The Beatles have been in our lives for half a century and surely always will be. Still, somehow, their music excites, their influence resonates, their fame sustains. New generations find and love them, and while many other great artists come and go, the Beatles are beyond eclipse. So . . . who really were these people, and just how did it all happen?

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Best travel and guide books about London (Top 20)

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: October 26, 2021

Are you planning to visit London soon? As well as many articles which you can find on this website (and its sister site UK Travel Planning ) to help you plan your UK trip I have put together this guide to the best books about London.

This focuses primarily on non-fiction books all about London. If you are looking for travel inspiration for London or simply want to learn more about the UK capital you will find a book in this list to help you.

I have a general travel guide book post for England too if you are travelling further afield in the country and an article which focuses on the best kids books about London.

In this article, you will find the best travel and guide books about London covering a number of topics including history, shopping, less well-known places to visit in London (hidden gems) and much more.

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Best books about London

A selection of fantastic books all with one thing in common - LONDON.

Whether you are planning to visit London or just want to learn more about this fabulous city this selection of best books about the capital will give you loads to choose from.

Great gift ideas for the travel lover too!

Rick Steves London 2020 (Rick Steves Travel Guide)

I love Rick Steves and enjoy listening to his podcasts. If you are a fan of his check out his latest guide book for London. It includes comprehensive information to help any visitor make the most of every day and every dollar!

Rick Steves Pocket London

Want a smaller version of Rick Steves London? This pocket sized compact version includes a fold out map and lots of great info to help you make the most of your time in London.

Secret London - An Unusual Guide (Local guides by local people)

This guide opens up the secret side to London if you want to discover the less well known side of London this is the book for you!

The 500 Hidden Secrets of London Revised and Updated

Another great book for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets.

prettycitylondon: Discovering London's Beautiful Places

From secluded mews to undiscovered cafes, flower markets, and tree-lined streets,  prettycitylondon  champions the quiet, gentle moments that allow you to escape in a huge capital city like London.

London: The Biography

Follow two thousand years of London’s history. The city comes alive in Ackroyd's biography of the great city.

Fodor's London 25 Best 2020 (Full-color Travel Guide)

This fully updated and redesigned best of London 2020 by Fodor includes beautiful photographs, useful tips and information to make the most of your trip.

Clued In London: The Concise and Opinionated Guide to the City 2020

An interactive e-book with lots of great tips and information to keep you clued up when visiting London.

Streetwise London Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of London

Useful map of London - laminated too which I highly recommend. Great to keep in your pocket when exploring the capital.

Knopf MapGuides: London: The City in Section-by-Section Maps

This opening fold-out contains a general map of London to help you visualize the 8 large districts discussed in this guide, and 4 pages of valuable information, handy tips and useful addresses.

City Walks London: 50 Adventures on Foot

A selection of 50 cards detailing walks to take in London. If you want to explore London on foot (really the best way!) these cards will give you some great ideas.

DK Eyewitness Family Guide London (Travel Guide)

The perfect guide for families this child-oriented guide is organized around "hubs"--major sights around which to plan your day. It gives child-friendly eating options, age-range suitability info, places for letting off steam, detailed maps, and activities for rainy days, all approached from a family-friendly angle.

Insider London: A Curated Guide to the Most Stylish Shops, Restaurants, and Cultural Experiences

This selection of 200 not-to-be-missed destinations includes major retailers, specialty boutiques, hotels, cultural venues, restaurants, cafes, and bars.

111 Places in London That You Shouldn't Missed

Find out about some of the more unusual places (or unusual aspects of popular sights) to visit in London in this guide to 111 places you really shouldn't miss!

London Precincts: A Curated Guide to the City's Best Shops, Eateries, Bars and Other Hangouts

This book features the best eating, drinking and shopping across 19 London precincts, including Covent Garden, King's Cross, Soho and Piccadilly.

National Geographic London Book of Lists: The City's Best, Worst, Oldest, Greatest, and Quirkiest

The 140 lists in this eclectic and hugely entertaining illustrated compendium of London cover the city’s best, worst, highest, smallest, first, last, and everything in-between. 

Everything You Know About London Is Wrong 

Packed with details on real London history, this highly entertaining read explodes a range of misconceptions about London.

Covering the city’s arts, entertainment, food, drink, landmarks, royalty, traditions, and politics, it gives you a fascinating insight into the true capital.

Literary London: A Street By Street Exploration Of The Capitals Literary Heritage

An absolute must for book lovers this guide to London explores its literary heritage.

London Theatres

A must for fans of the stage! Take a tour of London's 45 theatres in this beautifully illustrated guide.

London Pocket Precincts: A Pocket Guide To The City'S Best Cultural Hangouts, Shops, Bars And Eateries

London Pocket Precincts is your curated guide to the city's best cultural, shopping, eating and drinking experiences.

Slip this guide into your pocket and head off on an adventure, experiencing the hippest places in London and surrounds like a local.

Plan your trip to London

If you are planning a trip to London check out my London Planning Guide on my UK and Travel Planning dedicated website which has lots of tips, resources and inspiration to help you make the most of your visit.

This includes the best places to visit in my ultimate London bucket list!

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Are you planning a trip to London? Why not join my free London and UK travel planning group on Facebook ? Join other travellers from the UK and abroad and find out helpful hints, tips, inspiration and practical advice to help you plan your visit!

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Experience London

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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.

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

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Publication Date: June 2022

Writers: Tharik Hussain, Hannah Ajala, Linda Konde, Travis Levius, Demi Perera, Qin Xie

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15 Best Travel And Guide Books About London

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London, the capital city of England and the United Kingdom, is a city that never sleeps. Rich in history, with beautiful surroundings, lots to see and do, and plenty of places to eat and drink, it really is a fabulous place to visit.

London is one of those cities that many people either aspire to visit or haven’t had the opportunity to truly experience some of the hidden treasures and often this is where a travel book can give you great insight.

So I wanted to share with you some of the best travel and  guide books for London covering all bases and everything this incredible city has to offer.

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Best Travel Books for London

London City Walks

Sometimes you just want to uncover some of London’s extraordinary sites and stories and often one of the best ways to do that is on foot. This book has 15 short and fascinating walks where you can explore some of the world-famous icons that London is so well-known for.

The walks will take you away from some of the tourist hotspots to seek out the hidden highlights and history.

You can find out more about this book here.

DK Eyewitness Top 10 London

This is an updated top 10 book by one of the most common and well-used travel book brands, DK Eyewitness. It breaks down the best of what London has to offer into helpful lists of ten.

You will have the best museums, art galleries, and book highlights as well to give you a few examples. A great resource if you wanted to explore certain aspects of London.

Hungry Passport – London Travel Guide – Top 20 things to do

Hungry Passport is a popular YouTube channel that has an abundance of travel videos. The creators have now created travel guides in book form and this one covers the top 20 things to do in London.

The guide covers everything you need to know and is an ideal resource if you happen to be visiting London for the first time. It will give you the essentials of what to see and do during your trip.

There are also some example itineraries to help you get the most out of your time there.

Lonely Planet Pocket London

Lonely Planet is another popular travel book brand and one that is usually the first choice of many people seeking out guides for their chosen locations. This pocket edition is the ultimate companion for your trip to London.

It showcases all of the best places to visit and some of the hidden discoveries that are waiting for you. You can enjoy some of the popular tourist spots but in the book, there are some other locations that are well worth a visit. A great little guide to have with you during your visit.

Kids Travel Guide – London

Many trips involve the kids and a lot more parents are considering visiting cities with their children. So why not get them involved with site seeing?

This kid’s travel guide has been created with children in mind. It gives them a chance to learn history, explore the city with you and become the experts during your visit.

It is a fun easy and educational guide that will help to expand your kids’ horizons. A great way to get the kids involved.

The Rough Guide To London

Sometimes you want to experience a city like a local and this guidebook is one of the most opinionated and entertaining guidebooks available. The experts will help you explore the royal parks, and the cobbled alleyways and find some of the most beautiful locations in and around London.

As well as the usual iconic landmarks during your visit. This is a great guide that could give you something a little different to experience.

PrettyCityLondon – Discovering London’s Beautiful Places

If you want to go beyond London’s famous landmarks and discover the hidden gems then this is the guide for you. From secluded mews and undiscovered cafes to colorful flower markets and tree-lined streets.

This book champions the gentle and serene moments and locations in what can be a very busy bustling capital city. A great find if you want to go off the tourist track.

Liquid History: A guide to London’s Greatest Pubs

You can’t visit a city like London without figuring out where some of the best locations are to enjoy a tipple or two. This book provides you with the history of some of the city’s best pubs. From Shakespears local to Jack The Rippers Bar, this is London history with a difference.

London: A Travel Guide Through Time

Let time traveler Dr. Matthew Green be your guide to six extraordinary periods in London’s history – the ages of Shakespeare, medieval city life, plague, coffee houses, the reign of Victoria, and the Blitz. Perfect if you are more interested in the history element of London.

London Activity Book for kids

When you take children to a city it can often be hard to keep them engaged and interested. This London Activity book helps to keep them involved with what they are seeing with lots of activities to keep them amused. With fun facts, mazes, and word searches, there is something for everyone.

London Like A Local

London has so much to offer. From the beautiful parks, historical places, and world-famous museums, there is often so much to see and do.

But many people love the idea of going beyond the most well-known iconic sites and seeing some of the lesser-known, but equally amazing parts. London Like a Local will give you everything you need to know and is the perfect companion to help you see London from a different side.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of London

This is an insider’s guide to London with all of the hidden secrets you will be waiting to discover. It is a practical guide to London’s finest and most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, galleries, museums, gardens, cafes, and neighborhoods. A great way to see some of the hidden gems that London has to offer.

London Fact Book

If you want to find out a bit more about the city then this London Fact Book is a great way to learn more about it. The history and all of the beautiful iconic places. A great way to add an educational element to your trip.

Lonely Planet London

Lonely Planet is one of the most iconic travel book guides and this one is a more in-depth version of the earlier pocket guide we shared.

It will showcase everything that London has to offer including the West End, the traditional pubs, the world-class museums, and everything in between. There is something around every turn in London and this extensive guidebook will give you everything that you need to know.

Only in London

Only in London is a comprehensive illustrated guide that has some of the most fascinating and unusual historical sites that London has to offer.

From Roman rings to sci-fi skyscrapers, lesser-known museums to ancient costumes, this book will give you everything that London has to offer. A great way to see some of the different sites that London has instead of sticking with the iconic well-known landmarks.

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London is huge. Covering more than 600 square miles, it’s colloquially defined as being inside the M25 motorway. But looking a little closer, it’s made up of 32 boroughs – a word most outside of Britain struggle with, when it comes to both pronouncing and understanding as a concept that differs to neighbourhoods – but each has its own identity, from the hipster East in Hackney, to the touristy West End in the City of Westminster.

London is home to a fascinatingly diverse population of around eight million people, and has something for everyone – whether it’s losing yourself in its world-class galleries, luxuriating in your favourite hotel for high tea, or roaming its many beautiful Victorian parks. Whatever you’re after, London undoubtedly has it, and we’ve selected our favourite guidebooks to help you find it.

1. Insight Guides: Experience London: £9.99, APA Publications

This book from Insight Guides offers people what they really want: experiences, and over 100 of them at that. At the front of the guide, there are 12 pages offering quick ideas for what you might be in the mood for, from something romantic to a night on the town – perfect for when you need a quick decision. The rest of the book is laid out in coloured-coded neighbourhoods and lists experiences with a detailed map in each section, including breakfast at The Wolseley in Mayfair to finding upcoming art at the Whitechapel gallery in the east. You also get a London destination app called Walking Eye , which is essentially the book on your phone.

2. London: Monocle Travel Guides: £12.99, Die Gestalten Verlag

You may be forgiven for thinking this hardback edition with a striking front cover looks like a coffee table book, but it’s pretty much the Bible of “hidden gem” guidebooks. Aimed at travellers who are spending a few days in the city – either for work or pleasure – it offers up specific itineraries and cool ideas, from the best areas for independent shops to where to take clients for superb cocktails. And there’s one thing the book specifically leaves out – sorry Madame Tussauds, you won’t be mentioned in here. It has a code system of letters to identify each type of sightseeing such as C for culture and W for walks, a monochrome map at the front and loads of colour photography throughout. Also included is a section of 12 essays, written by the author and Monocle staff on urban exploration.

3. Wallpaper* City Guide London: £6.95, Phaidon

Design magazine Wallpaper* has a reputation for being edgy, but this pocket-sized guide, at just 101 pages, doesn’t sacrifice substance for style. Aimed at the design-conscious traveller, it has sections on urban life and “architours”, where you go on the hunt for great buildings, including the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre on Sheffield Street to the National Theatre on the South Bank. Aside from London’s core attractions, it gives you an insider’s knowledge to the city. It suggests the coolest restaurants with fabulous interiors, new design-led hotels, lively nightlife spots and influential galleries – all with colour photography. There’s a section to write notes towards the back, and a fold-out map. And best of all, it has a little price tag to match its size.

4. Not For Tourists Guide to London 2017: £12.99, Not For Tourists

Screaming out to those who prefer to refer to themselves as “travellers” rather than the much-maligned “tourist”, the 2017 edition of this chunky book is crammed full of tips on where to eat, drink, dance and more, describing its selection as the “most delicious, intoxicating, awe-inspiring, groovy destinations” in the city (which may be a little over the top). Split into neighbourhoods which are more like areas, from Covent Garden to Hampstead Village, it gives details on what to do in each of the 60 or so areas in the form of an alphabetical list of attractions and amenities, all on one condensed page, with a full-page, detailed road map – it makes for a great directory. But what it lacks is actual photography.

5. Lonely Planet London: £14.99, Lonely Planet

One of the best go-to travel publishers is Lonely Planet. Husband and wife Tony and Maureen wrote their first guide 40 years ago, back when the world wasn’t quite as accessible as today. But still, the name stands, as does its reliable reputation. The London city guide is the most comprehensive guide in its range and is rather chunky, owing to its detail and breadth of coverage. Its oft-copied, simplistic layout means it’s easy to dive in and find what you want and how to get thee. But what makes these guides so useful is its way of splitting up areas, and numbering sights on the maps of each section. Although you won’t find much off the beaten track in the top 16 attractions, its detail goes as far as offering notes on key transport phrases so you won’t get your contactless and Oyster cards mixed up, while the best sections include suggested places to visit based on your interests, doing it like a local and doing things for free.

6. Secret London – An Unusual Guide by Rachel Howard and Bill Nash: £12.99, Jonglez

An unusual guide is exactly how this should be described. It’s most suited for second or third time travellers, unless you're not too bothered about ticking off Buckingham Palace et al the first time round, as this one avoids all the clichés. It shows you the often forgotten or dismissed parts of London, like the quirky architecture of Rudolf Steiner’s house, or the tropical garden of the Barbican conservatory, hidden within London’s brutalist landmark. It’s laid out in a very simple way: a full picture on the left with text on the right. The compact guide only has one map at the front, and only six areas which are grouped together, covering rather large areas starting with Westminster to Camden and finishing with South Bank to Brixton. It’s a great open-and-point option for exploring.

7. CITIx60: London: £9.99, Victionary

With the most gorgeous covers and tonal, hand-drawn, cartoonish maps to draw you in, you really can judge this book by its cover. It’s short, concise and big on beautiful pictures. The guide was put together by 60 local creatives, including illustrator Marta Długołęcka and architect Richard Scott. Each take a page to show and tell you the best parts of their city, and with a picture of their face and short quote, you almost feel like it’s a friend giving you suggestions. It could be used whether you’re visiting for a day, week, month or a year, as it’s easy to dip in and refer to. In its 12 sections, architecture and mementos (a more appealing word for “souvenirs”) feature prominently and are followed by street markets, locally crafted beer and even tattoos, with quaint cartoons depicting each section. But don’t rely on it for accommodation as there are only two pages of high-end hotels.

8. Frommer’s London Day by Day: £9.99, FrommerMedia

This day-by-day guide covers the best things to see and do, and how to do them in the most time-efficient way. Each of the tours – ranging from a full, all-encompassing day to a literary interest tour – uses a map that takes you from stop to stop. It begins with 16 of the best suggestions, which include the heading to the top of The Shard, afternoon tea at The Goring hotel and Shakespeare's Globe. The front map breaks down the neighbourhoods, postcodes and boundaries and boroughs, making it easy for people to grasp London’s geography. At the back, there is a tear-proof map, which is great for kids.

9. LOST iN London: A City Guide: £9.77, Lost in the City

LOST iN guides started just over two years ago and are all about “getting lost” in the sights, sounds and smells of a city. They’re written by locals, and all the better for it, described as being for people with open minds and creative souls. Revealing the uniqueness of each city, creative locals are asked for recommendations on everything from music and fashion to art and architecture. Looks-wise, it comes across as a mix between a guidebook and an Instagram account, with lots cool photos – some taking up the whole page. And accompanying the print edition is a mobile app, which allows you to plan your trip on the go.

10. 36 Hours: London and Beyond, by the New York Times: £7.99, Taschen

Ok, so it’s actually London “and beyond”, with sections on nearby locations such as Brighton and Cambridge, as well as the far-flung Isle of Skye, but as part of its 36 Hours series, which mainly features continents, the New York Times deemed London to be important enough for its second city-only guide. With a cloth-bound, racer-green cover, it’s certainly worth keeping to adorn your coffee table afterwards. The book is split into sections by area, with delightful added extras including “literary London” and “London with children 2, and gives excellent suggestions on where to eat cake or see an exhibition – two of London’s essential activities – with full-page coloured photography. But maps are small, so you might need to take another with you.

11. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide London: £14.99, Dorling Kindersley

With 440 pages, the Eyewitness guide is an extremely detailed edition aimed at first-timers – or for families with young children who might ask “what, where and why” about everything. And with this book, you’ll actually have all the answers, with 140 illustrations and cutaways revealing what’s inside the major attractions. The main bulk is dedicated to colour-coded areas – mostly north of the river – but most of the other sights are in the “further afield” section, from Kew Gardens to Queen Elizabeth Park. The guided walks give street-by-street directions and times. The food and drink section is small and sticks to the classics, with no mention of pop-ups and street food markets. There’s a pull-out map at the back, 22 pages of other detailed maps, and a trusty tube map, all of which will help you navigate with ease.

The Verdict: London guide books

The Insight Guide’s “new experience” format is great for people who want the best, well, experience, where you can almost tick off the list as you go, and are great for people who live in the city too. Lonely Planet never fails, and the London guide is no different, but for something different for creatives seeking a local’s view of a city that’s full of design and architecture, the Wallpaper* or Citix60 are both insightful.

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Best UK Travel Books for 2024 (Travel Guides & maps)

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: May 6, 2024

Looking for a guide book to supplement all the great information available on this website? Look not further! Below you will find an updated selection of the best UK Travel Books available in 2024 covering the UK, London, Great Britain, England, Wales and Scotland!

The popularity of travel guide books is once again on the up and if you are looking for a resource to help plan your travels they are great place to start.

Combining a guide book or two with information provided on this website will ensure you have everything you need to start planning your trip.

In this article I have gathered together all the best guide books for UK travel including those for specific nations (England – Scotland – Wales – Ireland), as well as popular cities and regions.

Rick Steves Guidebooks

Lonely planet, rough guides, dk eyewitness.

• Fodor's Essential

Which regions of the UK do you need a guidebook for?

Other things to consider, best uk maps, best guide books for london 2024 and beyond, best london maps, best travel guide books for great britain, best travel guide books for england, best travel guide books for scotland, best guide books for wales, best guide books – ireland, uk guide books – historical interest, uk trip planning, london travel guide & itinerary planner (+ 4 bonus ebooks).

Tips for choosing the best UK travel guidebook for your trip

What are the characteristics of the main guide books available.

Guide books are not all the same and you can find a wide variation of styles written for travellers with different interests and budgets.

For example do you prefer a guide book with lots of photos, one that is more text heavy, one that covers the main sites or perhaps one that includes off the beaten track destinations?

Rick Steves provides an excellent introduction to the main sights (which he rates in order of importance for visitors though I don’t always agree with his choices!) plus his books offer sound practical advice.

Written for a US based audience his popularity has led to many of the places (hotels and restaurants) he recommends often becoming overbooked.

If you want more detailed information for specific areas or are looking for hidden gems or off the beaten track destinations one of the other guide books may be a better option (or used to supplement Rick’s guides)

Quick picks – Top 3 Rick Steve Guide Books for the UK

• Great Britain – Rick Steves Great Britain
• London – Rick Steves Pocket London
• Edinburgh – Rick Steves Snapshot Edinburgh

Lonely Planet are the biggest publisher of guide books in the world. The have a good range of guide books for the UK which provide detailed information for all travel budgets.

I find their smaller pocket guide books particularly useful. The Lonely Planet Pocket Guide to London covers all the main sights with practical information and tips. As the name suggests it also fits into your pocket or bag for easy reference when out and about.

Quick picks – Top 3 Lonely Planet Guide Books for the UK

• London – Pocket Guide to London
• Main sights – Lonely Planet Best of Great Britain 
• Road Trips – 36 road trips around Great Britain

Rough Guides offer practical advice supplemented with beautiful photographs and useful maps.

They have produced some excellent guides to specific regions and areas of the UK written by those with a detailed local knowledge.

Quick picks – Top 3 Rough Guide Books for the UK

• Rough Guide to the Lake District
• Rough Guide to Yorkshire
• Rough Guide to Dorset

With beautiful photographs, maps and hand drawn illustrations the DK Eyewitness travel guides are my personal favourite. They are easy to use providing detailed and practical information about destinations.

The DK ‘Top 10″ series of guide books are excellent offering information in a concise, visual and user friendly way (and are small, light ad easy to carry around)

Quick picks – Top 3 DK Guide Books for the UK

• London – Top 10 London
• London – Family Guide to London
• Great Britain – DK Guide to Great Britain

Fodor’s Essential

Written by locals Fodor’s travel books have been around for over 80 years. They include detailed maps, itineraries and travel recommendations for all tastes and budgets.

As you will discover below there is a wide selection of guidebooks for UK travel. Some are pretty straightforward as they cover one nation, city or area of the UK such as

• Guidebooks for London
• Guidebooks for England
• Guidebooks for Scotland
• Guidebooks for Wales
• Guidebooks for Ireland (including Northern Ireland)

However there are also guidebooks which cover Great Britain . This means that they will include travel information for England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland will not be included in these guidebooks as it is not geographically part of Great Britain.

• Check the date of publication – Buy the most up to date version to ensure access to current information.
• Check that the book covers the areas you plan to visit – especially when purchasing for the UK!
• If you are planning to take a guide book with you consider the weight and size! I often purchase a larger more detailed guide book to help with planning but pack a pocket size guide book for the trip. Many of the books are also available to purchase to download onto your Kindle or other e reader device.
• If you plan to take a map you may find that some guide books have a pullout map included.

Click links for prices – Marco Polo Map | Lonely Planet Planning Map | UK Scratch Map

Click links for prices: Fodor’s London Guide | Not For Tourists London | Rough Guide to London | Fodor’s 25 best London Guide | Eyewitness London | Frommers London | Thrifty Traveler’s London | DK Family Guide to London

A map of London is essential and I always carry one with me (and I have lived in the capital and visited many times!)

Click links for prices – Streetwise London | Lonely Planet London City Map | Street Smart London | Knopf Mapguides London | Streetwise London Underground Map | London Bus & Underground PopOut Map

Note that these guide books cover England, Scotland and Wales only.

Click links for prices – Back Roads Great Britain | Lonely Planet Great Britain | Lonely Planet Great Britain’s Best Road Trips | Fodor’s Essential Great Britain | Lonely Planet Best of Great Britain | DK Eyewitness Great Britain

There is a good range of guide books for England including those which are more area or city specific which may be useful if you are planning to spend some time in a specific area e.g the Cotswolds , the Lake District etc

Click links for prices – Lonely Planet England | Rough Guide to England | Fodor’s Essential England | Rough Guide to The Cotswolds | Rough Guide to Devon and Cornwall | Rough Guide to the Lake District

Click links for prices – Rough Guide to Scotland | Rough Guide to the Scottish Highlands and Islands | Lonely Planet Scotland | Fodor’s Essential Scotland | Rick Steves Edinburgh | DK Eyewitness Scotland

Click links for prices – Rough Guide to Wales | Lonely Planet Wales | Wild Guide to Wales | Wales Coast Path Walks – Isle of Anglesey

Click links for prices – Fodor’s Essential Ireland | Everything travel guide to Ireland | Back Roads Ireland

Click links for prices – Jane Austen’s England | The Time Traveler’s Guide to Medieval England | Wales Castles and Historic Places | Castles, Palaces and Stately Homes of Great Britain

This guide to the best UK guidebooks will have provided you with the best options for your trip. As you have seen there are a lot of UK guidebooks to choose from but we are confident you will find the right ones for you and your itinerary.

If you enjoy reading about a destination before you go or simply want some reading inspiration my best books to read about England or best books to read about Scotland are a great place to start.

You can find more information to help you to plan your UK trip in these articles:

• London Travel Guide
• England Travel Guide
• UK Accommodation Guide (England, Scotland, Wales & N Ireland)
• How to plan your UK travel budget
• How to get around the UK (Complete Guide to Transportation in the UK)
• Best Gifts for Anglophiles

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Best 'Armchair Travel' Books: Escape to Paris, London, Italy and More Without Leaving Home!

Posted: January 14, 2024 | Last updated: January 14, 2024

Fans of When Harry Met Sally will delight over this wildly funny and tender rom-com set in sunny Palm Springs. When they met in college, wild-child Poppy and straight-laced Alex didn't hit it off. Then after doing a car-share for summer break, the unlikely pair became best friends. Now, years after college, Poppy works in New York City while schoolteacher Alex stayed in their hometown - but every summer, for a decade, they've taken a vacation together. Until two years ago, when they ruined it all. They haven't spoken since, but when Poppy gets a work travel assignment and asks Alex to join her, he agrees. Can they fix their friendship and address the truth that's been hiding in plain sight for so long?

Bestselling author of In Five Years, Rebecca Serle is known for her powerful stories that tug at the heartstrings - and this novel, set on the colorful coastline of Positano, is unforgettable. When Katy's mother, Carol, dies, Katy is shattered. To make matters worse, their mother-daughter trip to Positano - the magical town where Carol spent the summer right before she met Katy's father - is already planned, so Katy decides to go alone. As soon as she arrives at the Amalfi Coast, she’s warmed by the charming local residents, the delicious food and beautiful cliffside views. Katy even starts to feel her mother's spirit and comes to learn that those we love never leave us. 

Readers will fall in love with this lush, picturesque novel that follows Anna as she runs away to Greece in a last-ditch attempt to hide from a failed relationship, a stagnant career and a complex family. After learning she has inherited a dilapidated summer house from her estranged father, she arrives in Santorini with its lovely villas, blue-tiled roofs and turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. Soon, Anna begins to rebuild the house - and her life -but in the process, she begins to uncover life-altering family secrets. Will these secrets threaten her blossoming romance with Nikos, the handsome and so-charming local?

Set in 1938 Paris, The Paris Mystery is a new novel, the first in the Charlotte ‘Charlie’ James series, written by Australian author Kirsty Manning. It’s 1938 and fearless Aussie reporter Charlotte ‘Charlie’ has arrived in Paris eager to make a fresh start. As a new corespondent for a British newspaper, she’s chasing her first big scoop. To make new contacts, she befriends Lord and Lady Ashworth. Lady Eleanor knows people in Parisian high society. So when she invites Charlie to her decadent annual party, a Circus Ball, it’s the perfect place to meet everyone. The ball is full of glitz and glamour…that is until there’s a murder. Now, Charlie vows to crack the case - while searching for clues at lavish parties, wine bars and couture houses. Will she uncover the culprit still lurking in the City of Lights?

This tale about family secrets and forgiveness by bestselling author Sarah Jio sparkles with heart and wit. When Valentina Baker was 11 years old, her mother, Eloise, fled to her native London, leaving Val and her father in California. Now a divorced librarian in her thirties, Val is still not over her mother's abandonment. In a twist of fate, she receives news that Eloise has died, leaving Val the deed to her mother's Primrose Hill apartment and the Book Garden, the quaint bookshop she opened almost 20 years prior. Though the news is tragic, Val takes the chance for a new beginning and hops a plane to London. A story about making peace with the past, uncovering secrets and finding hope for the future.

Glamorous scenes, family drama and luxurious moments abound in this international bestselling novel by Kevin Kwan. The story follow professor Rachel Chu, who is traveling with her boyfriend, Nicholas Young, back to his home city of Singapore for his friend's wedding. It’s also an opportunity for her to finally meet his family for the first time. Before long, Rachel is facing a meddling mother, crazy rich relatives and a shocking truth that may derail her future with Nick.

This sweeping historical novel written by bestselling authors Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig and Karen White allows readers to step foot into beautiful Newport, Rhode Island - in the past and the present. Andy Figuero is currently in Newport to produce a reality show about restoring historic homes. But as she takes on the task of documenting the crumbling Sprague Hall, while being banned from speaking to the elderly owner, past secrets arise. Spanning three time periods - and the secrets hidden in each - the story of Sprague Hall and its inhabitants is interwoven into the lives of America's royalty (the Rockefellers, the Vanderbilts, and others). A sumptuous story that covers a century of juicy history from the Gilded Age to the present day!

In this iconic New York Times bestseller, chef, poet and travel writer, Frances Mayes takes readers into her Tuscan home called Bramasole. Bought as a fixer-upper, Frances moved into a Tuscan villa as a way to show people the power of embarking on their own journeys that they believed would make her happy. Filled with recipes, beautiful descriptions and inspirational messages, this classic and memorable book always has something for everyone.

Stunning coastal settings and a warm cast of characters…this novel whisks readers away to the beaches of North Carolina. Following a betrayal, Kayana Johnson moves back to lovely Coates Island to help her brother run the Seaside Café. After Kayana meets two patrons, Leah and Cherie, who feel like kindred spirits, they start a book club. Soon, the trio unpacks the drama in their books and their lives. It is a tale of love, friendship and new beginnings.

Filled with beautiful scenery, emotion and Italian charm, this captivating debut novel written by Francesca Giacco follows Emilia, who arrives in Rome reeling from a broken heart. She dreamily wanders every corner of the city, eating food, drinking wine and reflecting back on memories. Then, while climbing a hill near Trastevere, she meets John, a handsome American expat. As their initial connection deepens, Emilia finds herself on a journey of true self-discovery.

Heartfelt, charming and fun, the latest saga by best-friend author duo Christina Lauren is a stand-out page-turner! As the daughter of a treasure hunter, Lily Wilder now uses her father's maps to guide tourists on hunts through the red rock canyons of Utah. But when she runs into the long-lost love of her life, Leo Grady, in the canyons, the duo have a chance to take another kind of adventure­ - rekindled romance.

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A Visit to Notting Hill Travel Bookshop: Everything You Need to Know in 2024

Looking to recreate your favorite rom-com scene? Here’s my personalized guide and everything you need to know for a visit to the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop. Enjoy!

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We all know the scene. Julia Roberts slow pursue through the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop. Hugh Grant’s infamous eye-turn and blushed slew of book recommendations. The rom-com that hit London lovers by storm has all the nostalgia of Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts romance tucked into a quaint bookshop, in you guessed it, Notting Hill. 

If you’re a Notting Hill fan like me and looking to turn your on-screen vicarious romance into real life — the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop is calling your name. Rom-com lovers have flocked from all parts of London (and abroad) to relive the Notting Hill scene. And if you’re reading this, I’m guessing you want to do the same. 

Without further ado here’s everything you need to know about the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop. And to add to your Notting Hill obsession, I’ve popped in some of the movie quotes throughout the blog (definitely not a superfan). 

William : I live in Notting Hill. You live in Beverly Hills. Everyone in the world knows who you are, my mother has trouble remembering my name. Anna Scott : I’m also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her. Notting Hill

Where is the Travel Bookshop in Notting Hill? 

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The travel bookshop sits pretty right off of Portobello Road at 13 Blenheim Crescent, London W11 2EE. The exteriors are hard to miss, with bright blue exteriors that match Hugh Grant’s infamous blue door (located at 280 Westbourne Park Road). 

How to get to the Travel Bookshop in Notting Hill, London

The Travel bookshop in Notting Hill is around a 10-minute walk from Notting Hill Gate station. One of the easiest ways to reach Notting Hill Gate  (or anywhere in London really) is Citymapper. I rely on it endlessly and if you just pop in “Notting Hill Gate” you’ll get there without a hitch. 

William  :  Would you like something to eat? Something to nibble? Apricots, soaked in honey? Quite why, no one knows, because it stops them tasting like apricots and makes them taste like honey… and if you wanted honey, you could just… buy honey. Instead of apricots. But nevertheless they’re yours if you want them. Notting Hill

When to go & What to buy at the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop

Of course, due to it’s popularity, any time you go has the potential to be crowded. But I’d suggest going in the morning and pairing it a brunch in Notting Hill (Farm Girl Cafe if you’re wondering).

Although the shop originally exclusively sold travel books, they expanded into nearly every area of publishing (though travel is still the main focus). They’ve also got tons of beautiful gifts to get your hands on if you’ve got a super fan waiting at home. So in addition to recapturing your movie moments — I’d definitely suggest buying something while you’re here.

Notting Hill Bookshop Scene

I’m assuming if you’re reading this blog that you’re just as well-versed in this rom-com as I am. But just in case — here’s the bookshop scene. In the movie, Will (Hugh Grant) works in the travel bookshop where he meets Anna (Julia Roberts) a Hollywood Actress from America visiting London for a movie shoot.

As all rom-com’s go, one thing leads to another, they fall in love, the end. But there’s something about the movie and the bookshop that’s timeless. And if you’re a London lover like me, a visit to the Notting Hills Travel Bookshop will give you all the London feels again. 

Anna Scott:   You know what they say about men with big feet William : No, I don’t, actually. What’s that ? Anna Scott : Big feet… large shoes. Notting Hill

A Quick History on the Travel Bookshop, Notting Hill 

Before the bookshops claim to fame the Notting Hill Travel Bookshop was just a charming local bookshop on the streets of West London. The director Richard Curtis used to pass the bookshop all the time, promptly inspiring him for the set of the film. But when asked to use it as the filming location for Notting Hill…they refused.  So he ended up recreating the bookshop on set, and the rest is history.

Although the filming location took place elsewhere the location was quickly recognized as the heart-throb central it was — and thousands of fans flocked to the shop each year for their Notting Hill moment (me very included).  

The store ended up closing in 2011 (after a long campaign to keep it going ). However it was bought by The Book Warehouse after the Travel Bookshop owner Simon Gaul realized his children weren’t interested in continuing the family-business. But the Book Warehouse made sure to keep the spirit of rom-com alive with the Notting Hill odes and the name, The Notting Hill Bookshop.

To clear up some quick confusion for my movie fans — the bookshop in the actual film is called “The Travel Book Company”, but the real store it’s based on was called “The Travel Bookshop”. Glad we got that out the way. 

Anna Scott: Can I stay for a while? William: You can stay forever. Notting Hill

Proposals at the Bookshop

My rom-com heart melted when I found out just how many proposals take place in the bookshop! The owners told press that many couples come to drop on one knee and they even help with the planning process sometimes to make it extra special  (definitely not giving you ideas).

But if you can believe it — people really do come from as far as America (hey!) to Asia and Australia to make their Notting Hill I do’s.

Favorite heart-melting stories include….

• A couple from China having their wedding photos taken inside the shop (goals) 
• A German couple combining Notting Hill and Harry Potter sneaking an engagement ring inside one of the books (I know he got brownie points)
• An American couple coming back to the Notting Hill bookshop for their wedding anniversary (goals…and anniversary goals!)

Oh God, this is one of those key moments in life, when it’s possible you can be really, genuinely cool – and I’m failing 100%. I absolutely and totally and utterly adore you and I think you’re the most beautiful woman in the world and more importantly I genuinely believe and have believed for some time now that we can be best friends. What do YOU think? Honey, Notting Hill

Exploring the Notting Hill Area + Other Film Locations (Market Scene, Blue Door etc.)

If you’re in the Notting Hill area it’d be a waste not to see the rest of the area. Personally, I suggest taking advantage of Portobello Market and popping into a pub like the Churchill Arms. And of course, grabbing a fresh read at the travel bookshop (you know… “just in case browsing turned to buying” ).

If the Notting Hill fandom moves ya, here are all the addresses of the film locations for the movie. 

Now if you’ll excuse me I’m off to watch Notting Hill for the 11th time. 

Be sure to read up on the best things to do in Notting Hill before your visit —and if love Notting Hill, you’re sure to love Primrose Hill too!

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The Best Time to Book a Flight for Domestic, International, and Summer Travel

Here are our best tips for booking travel in 2024.

When to Book Flights for Domestic Travel

When to book flights for international travel, when to book flights for summer 2024 travel, when to book flights for holiday 2024 travel.

Buying plane tickets is something of an art form. Ideally, you want to secure your spot months in advance to avoid the inevitable price spike as your travel dates get closer. But sometimes the best time to book a flight also depends on the destination and whether it's domestic or abroad. The trends are always changing, but experts say the sweet spot for booking domestic flights is 28 days, or 60 days for international flights.

Flights generally open for booking about a year ahead of time, and the airfare will change often between then and takeoff. Although you can book just a couple of weeks before the departure date in some cases, prices are likely to be astronomical. In other cases, when you want to go somewhere popular or during a big travel weekend, flights could fill up faster than normal. Our advice: Track flight prices on Google Flights or Hopper as early as possible so you can keep an eye on cost fluctuations. Read on for more advice about when to book flights from the pros.

According to Expedia's 2024 Air Travel Hacks report , you should aim to book 28 days before your domestic flight. "Doing so can save travelers up to 24 percent compared to those who wait until the last minute, from zero to six days out," Expedia travel expert Christie Hudson tells Travel + Leisure.

For domestic trips, pricing is elevated when tickets are first released, about a year before the flight. Those prices will slowly creep downward, all the way to their lowest point in the prime booking window, after which you'll likely see a huge increase in cost for last-minute travel.

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You're better off booking earlier rather than later for international travel, but the Expedia report says ideally no more than four months before your desired departure date. The sweet spot is around 60 days. "This is a big change from 2022 data, which showed the cheapest fares were secured when travelers booked four to six months out." Hudson says. "2023 data revealed that people who booked that far in advance actually paid more on average." The report says the least expensive day of the week to book is Sunday and the most expensive is Friday, for both domestic and international travel.

But there is some regional variance. Going , a platform that tracks flight prices and notifies members of good deals, has found the best months to book flights to Africa, Asia, Oceania, Europe, and Latin America, for travel about 60 days out. Here's what it says.

Africa: Book in May.

Asia: Book in August or October, followed by April or September.

Oceania: Book in November, January, or July.

Europe: Book in August, October, or November.

Latin America: Book in October.

The real trick to finding good deals on international airfare is to avoid booking your travel for peak times, which include summer and major holidays (don't forget — that includes holidays in your destination, too).

Summer is traditionally one of the most popular times of the year to travel, which means it can be tough to find a good deal on airfare. Ideally, you should book flights for summer travel as soon as possible, preferably at least six months in advance.

"The best time to book for peak season is … the opposite season," says Katy Nastro, travel expert at Going. "While most of us are scrambling to focus on our winter holiday plans, we should also keep our eyes open for some great summer fares."

She notes that the booking window for peak season ranges between three and seven months for domestic flights and four to 10 months for international trips. "And if you do book something, keep that flight alert on," says Nastro. "If it drops again, depending on your ticket type, you can call to rebook and get a refund or travel credit back with the difference."

Katy Nastro is a travel expert at Going, a website that finds flight deals to more than 900 destinations around the world.

Around the winter holidays is the priciest time to travel, Nastro says. "Your best bet is to remember the Goldilocks zones: look to book between three to seven months ahead for domestic travel and four to 10 months ahead for international travel."

Hudson advises that at the very latest, your holiday travel should be booked by mid-October. "But the biggest holiday travel savings actually come from choosing the right dates," she says. "Avoiding the busiest days like the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Friday and Saturday before Christmas will yield major savings."

Track flights and book your holiday tickets as soon as you find a decent deal, but make sure to book a fare that will give you a credit if you cancel (generally speaking, that means don't book basic economy). That way, if prices drop between the time of booking and your travel dates, you can cancel your original ticket and use the credit to book the cheaper fare. The only downside is you'll still have some remaining credit, but you can then use it to treat yourself to a future flight. Just don't let that credit expire.

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Last chance: Virgin Atlantic 40% off all routes promo — book flights from just 6,000 points

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Looking to travel across the pond this summer? To celebrate the airline's 40th birthday, Virgin Atlantic unveiled a new offer to help you save thousands of points on your next award redemption to the United Kingdom, but you'll need to act quickly, as this promotion ends June 24.

You can get 40% off all award redemptions in economy, premium economy and Upper Class (business class) on any flight operated by Virgin Atlantic, including all routes from the U.S. to London on any date in 2024. This is a better Promo Awards deal than the one we saw in January, which only offered 20% off redemptions for most destinations.

To take advantage of this 40% off award deal, you must book by 7:59 p.m. EDT (23:59 GMT) on June 24 for travel through Dec. 31.

Related: Is Virgin Atlantic premium economy worth it on the A330-900neo?

As a reminder, Virgin Atlantic operates between London's Heathrow Airport (LHR) and the following U.S. airports:

• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
• Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
• Miami International Airport (MIA)
• New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
• Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
• Orlando International Airport (MCO)
• San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
• Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
• Tampa International Airport (TPA)
• Washington, D.C.'s Dulles International Airport (IAD)

The discounts apply to flights in any direction and any cabin with award availability on any route. This offer is available for redemptions, upgrades and companion tickets.

Virgin Atlantic must operate the flight for your redemption to qualify for the promotion. Virgin Atlantic flies beyond London to various destinations in India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, China and Nigeria, among other locations.

Related: Video alert! TPG reviews all cabins on Virgin Atlantic's Airbus A330-900neo

Round-trip economy redemptions start from just 12,000 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points from JFK or 18,000 points from LAX on off-peak dates. You'll see the points discount applied when booking online. So, if you want to fly to LHR for a positioning flight to start your European summer vacation, you can redeem just 6,000 points if you book a flight from JFK. This is a terrific deal.

To see the full list of starting award redemption prices in economy, premium economy and Upper Class, check out Virgin Atlantic's website .

While 40% award redemptions is a great deal, especially as this deal covers all dates, routes and cabins, customers will incur the full fees, taxes and substantial surcharges when booking with Virgin Atlantic.

Unlike with British Airways , there is no way to reduce the carrier-imposed surcharges by redeeming more points. Even in economy, you can expect to pay hundreds of dollars extra; in business class, the total is more than $1,000 round-trip. For example, this round-trip business-class flight from JFK to LHR can cost you just 57,000 points, but you must pay more than $2,000 in taxes and fees.

These surcharges remain the biggest frustration with the Flying Club program.

Related: 10 things to know about flying Virgin Atlantic's super business class, the Retreat Suite

How to book Virgin Atlantic award flights

To take advantage of this great offer, you must book by 7:59 p.m. EDT. Sadly, the discount does not apply to existing bookings. You may consider canceling and rebooking if your existing flight falls within the eligibility window. However, availability is not guaranteed.

If you need to earn Virgin points for one of these awards, you can transfer points from American Express Membership Rewards , Bilt Rewards , Capital One , Chase Ultimate Rewards and Citi ThankYou Rewards . These transfers process at a 1:1 ratio and should post instantaneously to your Virgin account.

This terrific offer from Flying Club is generous given it covers all routes in all classes for the rest of 2024. Just be mindful of those pesky surcharges when booking.

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This is officially the cheapest last-minute holiday destination to book in Europe

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Still after a cheap summer getaway? Well here’s where you can escape to in Europe without breaking the bank

The party island of Ibiza has been found to be this summer’s cheapest last-minute holiday destination .

The experts at Which? have sifted through thousands of travel deals to uncover the bargain package holidays that could save the day for last-minute bookers – including family favourite Tenerife , party capital Ibiza, and even the dazzling Moroccan coastline.

They analysed over 3,500 package holidays from the UK’s biggest holiday companies for the first week of August – which are still available to book now. 

Whilst African Morrocco came top of the list, it’s the rave capital of the Balearics Ibiza that came out as the cheapest in Europe. 

If you’re looking to combine sunshiney beaches with a buzzing nightlife, Ibiza is the perfect choice. You can get away for an average cost of £1,046 per person for a 7-day all-inclusive break – but some options start at as low as £804 per person. 

Bagging the third spot is Dalaman in Turkey at £1,057 per person, and Menorca at £1,100 per person.

If these all-inclusive options are a bit out of your price range, Which? also searched for the best prices for self-catering, room-only, B&B and half board (breakfast and one main meal) 

Dalaman was the best, with budget-friendly options averaging around £781. It was closely followed by Bodrum, which is also in Turkey, at £800 per person. This is perfect if you’re after scorching temperatures as it’s usually above 30C every day.

If you’re after a Greek escape, the lesser-known island Kalymnos averages at £840 per person for half board.

However, it’s important to remember if you’re going to be thrifty, that not going all-inclusive can often work out more expensive. This is due to additional costs such as food, drink and activities that can sometimes outweigh the deals. 

Top 8 cheapest All-inclusive destinations in Europe

Ibiza: £1,046

Dalaman, Turkey: £1,057

Menorca: £1,100

Fuerteventura: £1,103

Bourgas, Bulgaria: £1,108

Costa Blanca, Spain: £1,114

Mallorca: £1,126

Tenerife: £1,189

Source: Which?

Rory Boland, editor of Which? Travel, said: ‘Our analysis shows you can have your pick of amazing destinations this summer without spending a fortune.

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‘There is still plenty of availability at some of the most popular European seaside resorts this summer, but as we get closer to departure dates prices will only increase. Book quickly to get the best price.’

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