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• British Museum

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  Did you know that the British Museum is the most-visited attraction in London? Fittingly, the British Museum also offers the ultimate armchair travel experience with some excellent ways to enjoy the museum when we can't visit in-person. This link…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• London Walks

  See the City Like a Local

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  This book describes itself as "the best of London in 6 walks." It guides you through city walks in great detail, including restaurants, cafes, and shops to explore along the way.

• London's Afternoon Teas

  a Guide to London's Most Stylish and Exquisite Tea Venues

  Cohen, Susan, 1946-

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  This book is best enjoyed with a cup of tea as you flip through the pages of gorgeous photos of decadent pastries, colorful jams, and tiny finger sandwiches as presented in London's best hotels and restaurants serving afternoon tea,

• London Movie Guide

  Walks, Tours and Locations

  James, S. R. H. (Simon R. H.)

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  London, of course, is the setting and/or filming location for countless films and TV shows. It is a special thrill to visit the site of a famous movie scene, and this book tells you precisely where many of them are in and around London.

• Royal London

  Struthers, Jane

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  Royal watchers will enjoy this book, which features detailed profiles of buildings, parks, churches, residences, and other London sites of significance to the British Royal Family.

• Bloody London

  Twenty Walks in London Tracing in Its Gruesome and Horrific History

  Fathers, David (Illustrator),

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  A collection of guided walks in different parts of London that take the reader to sites associated with unsolved murders, tragic deaths, and other horrors. Each guided walk includes an illustrated map, walking distances, and the story behind each…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Bizarre London

  Discover the Capital's Secrets & Surprises

  Long, David, 1961-

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  A collection of stories and anecdotes of "London's strangest and most intriguing locations" organized into chapters such as "Under London," "Ghostly London," "Spy's London," and "Dead London."

• London

  a Travel Guide Through Time

  Green, M. R. (Matthew Robert),

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  This is an especially unique book for when we can't travel in person--the author takes us on tours of London at different times in history, describing in great detail what "you" are seeing and hearing (yes, it's even told mostly in the second…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Family Guide London

  Crump, Vincent,

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  Everything you need to know about visiting London with kids. This classic guidebook is organized by neighborhood and provides detailed lists of recommended attractions, places to eat, and where to shop.

• Top 10 London [2020]

  Williams, Roger, 1947-

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  Classic, compact visitor's guide packed full of lists that focus on highlights. Includes detailed maps and photos. Full color.

• Fodor's 25 Best. London

  Nicholson, Louise, 1954-

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  This is a guidebook of London highlights, and highlights within each highlight. Includes a map of the London Underground and a pullout city map.

• Pretty City London

  Discovering London's Beautiful Places

  Ferguson, Siobhan,

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  The title of this book tells you precisely what you'll get here--every page contains Instagram-like eye candy featuring beautiful building exteriors and interiors, gardens, food, and more. The book is organized by neighborhood with information on…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Secret London

  Exploring the Hidden City, With Original Walks and Unusual Places to Visit

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  When you've covered all of London's many highlights, this book is where to turn for next-level exploring. A collection of walks takes you past fascinating places with stories to match.

• London in Bloom

  Lane, Georgianna,

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  This book overflows with beautiful images of flowers--in gardens, in bouquets, in displays adorning buildings--in various locations within London.

• Pocket London

  Top Sights, Local Experiences

  Harper, Damian,

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  This is a compact and concise yet thorough guidebook with helpful maps.

• Rick Steves London

  Steves, Rick, 1955-

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  Rick Steves provides a classic guidebook with his signature touches--a blend of big-name and off-the-beaten-track sights, his best-of recommendations, and money-saving suggestions. This guidebook offers detailed descriptions and self-guided tours of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Women's London

  a Tour Guide to Great Lives

  Kolsky, Rachel,

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  This guidebook provides London locations that are connected with female historical figures, icons, and other influential London women. The author outlines neighborhood walking tours as well as full-page guides to individual people with information…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Buckingham Palace

  the Interiors

  Hicks, Ashley,

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  This magnificent "coffee table book" features page after page of spectacular photos that show the jaw-dropping opulence and beauty of Buckingham Palace, which few members of the public ever see.

• Dinner at Buckingham Palace

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  If you have ever dreamed of dining with royalty at Buckingham Palace, this book is for you. The author reveals some of the official protocol around serving meals to The Queen, details of the grand menus for royal special occasions, and even recipes…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Buckingham Palace Virtual Tours

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  A must-experience for dedicated royal watchers, this virtual tour of Buckingham Palace will allow you to see and explore the famous Throne Room, the Grand Staircase, and one of the drawing rooms.