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!
Camden
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Camden

Legendary markets, counterculture history and music venues galore
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
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Camden

Legendary markets, counterculture history and music venues galore
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Dalston

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

Bougie shopping, top restaurants and big attractions in fashionable W1
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Soho

Top restaurants, chic boutiques and iconic nightlife venues
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South Bank

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

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Dalston

Banging Turkish food, iconic queer clubs and tasty cocktails
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Brixton

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