Time Out Shortlist London 2009

Packed with up-to-the-minute information, this compact guide celebrates all that’s new in one of the world’s most visited cities. It includes hundreds of detailed listings for bars, restaurants, shops, and hotels, plus Time Out’s picks for the best places in a variety of categories. Easy-to-read maps pinpoint the exact locations of bars and restaurants. Convenient area-by-area guides show the dining, nightlife, and entertainment options along with suggested daytime itineraries. Highlights from London’s ever-evolving entertainment scene cover everything from underground gigs and this year’s hottest clubs to gay culture and fine arts. A full calendar of festivals, events, and museum and gallery openings includes actual dates.