Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Manchester United, The Beatles. England does icons like no other place on earth, and travel here is a fascinating mix of famous names and hidden gems. David Else, Lonely Planet writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it. Inside This Book 7 months of research in England 9 authors 120 maps 108 different real ales Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Pull-out city map 3D plans of iconic sights Comprehensive planning tools In-depth background