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Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide to London

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Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. London, here we come! Did you know that London is home to castles that are more than 900 years old, or... Read More
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Get ready for an adventure like no other with this awesome kid's travel guide to London! Unlock the magic of this amazing city and find secret and surprising places, super celebrations, wow-factor facts, fun challenges, photography and more. Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home. Let's explore!

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Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. London, here we come!

Did you know that London is home to castles that are more than 900 years old, or that Tower Bridge includes a walkway with a see-through glass floor, or that the city is home to a secret underground river? Ignite curious minds with this fascinating guidebook for children and unlock the magic of London once and for all.

Inside Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide to London:

  • The perfect introduction to London for kids
  • Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home
  • Packed with wow-factor facts, "what's the difference?" challenges and vibrant photography
  • Reveals 'Secrets of the City' and spotlights weird, wacky, and lesser-known sights (you can even hop aboard a pirate ship!)
  • Insider scoop on how to get around using public transport; places to play; epic views; where and what to eat; a history of the Thames; London's royal heritage; gardens and outdoor spaces; wildlife in the city; and more
  • Awesome illustrated maps provide kids with an overview of London's top sights and neighbourhoods

Written by Paige Towler, author of children's books including Mysterious, Marvelous Octopus!; How it Happened: Pizza, Yoga, Animals; and more.

The ultimate one-stop shop for mini-explorers to learn all about London - plus, discover more amazing cities in the series including Paris, Rome, and New York City. Let the adventures begin!

Series: Lonely Planet Kids Guides

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  • Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide to London
    Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. London, here we come! Did you know that London is home to castles that are more than 900 years old, or that Tower Bridge includes a walkway with a see-through glass floor, or that the...
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    Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. New York City, here we come! Did you know that New York City is home to one of the first playgrounds in the United States, or that the highest point in the city is 100...
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    Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. Paris, here we come! Did you know that Paris is home to a secret underground city, or that the Eiffel Tower was the first structure on Earth to reach 1,000 feet (305 m) tall, or...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837585298

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 May 2025

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 169.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 390g

Pages: 144

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