DK Travel : London : Editor's choice

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Africa Centre

The centre has a restaurant and bar as well as a bookshop on two floors. Ethnic goods are also sold.
Alexandra Palace

Located in a beautiful park, this reconstructed 1873 exhibition centre offers a range of amusements, including regular antique fairs. Tours of the 1920s BBC studios may be booked.
Almeida Theatre

This tiny theatre attracts the best actors and directors from the UK and the US. The bar serves cocktails and freshly made light meals and snacks.
Battersea Arts Centre

One of the main fringe theatre venues in the capital, with a huge programme of activities.
Battersea Park

Entertainments in this large park include a boating lake, a children’s zoo, sports facilities, and a gallery. There is also a woodland walk, nature reserve and therapy garden.
BFI London IMAX

Giant-screen cinema that shows exciting movies set in the natural world.
Brixton Market

This colourful market lies at the heart of London’s Caribbean community. The atmosphere is lively, with music stalls pumping out a variety of sounds, and the scent of aromatic ethnic foods. Look for secondhand vinyl, fresh produce and bargain fabrics.
Bush House

Home of the BBC World Service, Bush House has an imposing portico on its north side. In the Bush House arcade the BBC World Service Shop sells tapes, videos and books.
Cabot Hall

A performance venue in Docklands with comedy evenings and monthly concerts.
Camden Arts Centre

Known for its fascinating contemporary art exhibitions and excellent art book shop.