An Opinionated Guide to Secret London

Behind unassuming doors and just a few steps away from buzzing inner-city streets, London offers a truly mind-boggling wealth of places to explore. This is the ultimate guide to London’s hidden gems and unexpected delights.

Think you know London? Think again. Behind unassuming doors and just a few steps away from buzzing inner-city streets, London offers a truly mind-boggling wealth of places to explore - from hidden rooftop courtyards and Roman ruins to eerie foot tunnels beneath the Thames and clandestine cocktail bars. Whether it’s a 100-year-old underground postal railway you’re after, or a token-operated book vending machine, this book will guide you down the city’s most unexpected avenues. Simply slide open the trick bookcase and step into your new favorite London haunt.

Emmy Watts is a London-based travel writer. She is the author of eight titles in the Opinionated Guide series, including Free London, Eco London and Kids London.