London area guides

Explore the colourful and varied neighbourhoods of London

Leyton and Leytonstone

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Leyton and Leytonstone

We’ve just named Leyton the city’s coolest neighbourhood for 2024 – here are 20 reasons why

Hackney

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Hackney

It’s a lot more than just ‘Real Housewives of Clapton’ memes!

Peckham

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Peckham

A south London melting pot with an iconic cinema and some famous pink stairs

Shoreditch

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Shoreditch

Head here for ramshackle bars, independent shops and shed loads of great restaurants

Harringay and Green Lanes

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Harringay and Green Lanes

A lively north London locale home to a thriving music scene and the city’s best Turkish food

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Dalston

Dalston

A melting pot of great Turkish food, queer nightlife and fashion-forward shopping

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Marylebone

Marylebone

Bougie shopping, top restaurants and big attractions in fashionable W1

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Soho

Soho

Top restaurants, chic boutiques and iconic nightlife venues

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South Bank

South Bank

A hub of cultural activity, state-funded arts and entertainment venues

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City of London

City of London

Flashy bars, ancient history and cultural cornerstones

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Covent Garden

Covent Garden

Visit for great shops and daily alfresco entertainment on the central piazza

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Dalston

Dalston

Banging Turkish food, iconic queer clubs and tasty cocktails

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London Bridge

London Bridge

Foodie heaven in the impressive shadow of the Shard

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Brixton

Brixton

A go-to haunt for foodies, clubbers, artists and rockers alike

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Fitzrovia

Fitzrovia

Pretty streets, buzzy bars and hot-ticket restaurants

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Hoxton and De Beauvoir

Hoxton and De Beauvoir

Home of creative types and some proper East End charm

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Crouch End

Crouch End

A little urban village at the foot of North London’s Ally Pally

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