Every day National Geographic experts travel the world, going behind the scenes and into the heart of a country’s culture, history, and people. This incomparable experience can be yours through National Geographic Traveler guides, featuring:   • CHARTING YOUR TRIP, an insightful overview of London that helps tailor your visit to the time you have and your specific interests.   • EXPERIENCES, unique and hands-on, including tea at elegant hotels, boat rides on the Thames, and attending a debate in the Houses of Parliament.   • INSIDER TIPS from National Geographic photographers, writers, and explorers, as well as local experts, on favorite hot spots, practicalities, and more.   • WALKING TOURS, with maps color-coded to site descriptions, including Westminster’s grand buildings, the historic City of London, and Kensington Gardens’ royal walkways.   • EXCURSIONS OFF THE BEATEN PATH, including the medieval colleges of Cambridge, mineral spas at Bath, and Shakespeare’s birthplace at Stratford.   • NOT-TO-BE-MISSED LISTS for every chapter, pointing to detailed descriptions of highly recommended sites and activities.   • GORGEOUS COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS, ILLUSTRATIONS, AND MAPS that make it easy to select, navigate, and get the most from every site.