Clym’s guidebook
Pubs
Located just across the Brixton Road from my flat, this is the local pub. It is popular in the evenings with people returning from work, especially in summer when the outdoor seating can be used. They serve food in the evenings.
78 locals recommend
Crown and Anchor
246 Brixton RdLocated just across the Brixton Road from my flat, this is the local pub. It is popular in the evenings with people returning from work, especially in summer when the outdoor seating can be used. They serve food in the evenings.
Food scene
A vegan restaurant and cafe very close to my flat. The food here is amazing even if, like me, you're not vegan. I recommend the Brixton Brunch.
9 locals recommend
Pipoca Vegan
224 Brixton RoadA vegan restaurant and cafe very close to my flat. The food here is amazing even if, like me, you're not vegan. I recommend the Brixton Brunch.
Nightlife
Pop Brixton is an ecclectic container village in the centre of Brixton, housing great bars and food stalls. There is an event space where concerts and events sometimes take place. This is a great place to meet friends on a weekend, before heading out into London.
245 locals recommend
Pop Brixton
49 Brixton Station RdPop Brixton is an ecclectic container village in the centre of Brixton, housing great bars and food stalls. There is an event space where concerts and events sometimes take place. This is a great place to meet friends on a weekend, before heading out into London.
The O2 Academy is a world famous concert venue, a little over 10 minutes walk from the flat. Check before your stay who's playing - all the big names pass through.
250 locals recommend
O2 Academy, Brixton
211 Stockwell RdThe O2 Academy is a world famous concert venue, a little over 10 minutes walk from the flat. Check before your stay who's playing - all the big names pass through.
Entertainment
The Ritzty Cinema is a local landmark. Now owned by the Picturehouse group, it's a great little place to see the latest films.
10 locals recommend
Ritzy Cinema and Cafe
Coldharbour LaneThe Ritzty Cinema is a local landmark. Now owned by the Picturehouse group, it's a great little place to see the latest films.
Neighbourhoods
Shoreditch has undergone an amazing transformation over the past years, becoming a hub for creatives and art-types. It is known as a hipster area, with a mix of galleries, coffee shops and nightlife. An easy bus or tube away.
620 locals recommend
Shoreditch
Shoreditch has undergone an amazing transformation over the past years, becoming a hub for creatives and art-types. It is known as a hipster area, with a mix of galleries, coffee shops and nightlife. An easy bus or tube away.
Lordship Lane in East Dulwich is one of my favourite relaxing places in London. Packed with nice independent coffee shops, restaurants and pubs, it feels like a happy high street away from the chaos of London.
28 locals recommend
East Dulwich
Lordship Lane in East Dulwich is one of my favourite relaxing places in London. Packed with nice independent coffee shops, restaurants and pubs, it feels like a happy high street away from the chaos of London.
Richmond Park is an amazing, huge natural space in London. A bit tricky to get to by public transport, but worth it if you make it. Famous for its deer that wander freely and are often tame enough to approach. I'd hire a bike for the day and explore.
147 locals recommend
Richmond
53/54 George StRichmond Park is an amazing, huge natural space in London. A bit tricky to get to by public transport, but worth it if you make it. Famous for its deer that wander freely and are often tame enough to approach. I'd hire a bike for the day and explore.
A short hop over the Thames takes you to Sloane Square and the famouse King's Road. Nestled amongst impressive areas such as Chelsea, Belgravia and Hyde Park. Home to great shopping. And walking distance to museums and galleries like Saatchi, The V&A, and The Natural History Museum.
7 locals recommend
Sloane Square
Sloane SquareA short hop over the Thames takes you to Sloane Square and the famouse King's Road. Nestled amongst impressive areas such as Chelsea, Belgravia and Hyde Park. Home to great shopping. And walking distance to museums and galleries like Saatchi, The V&A, and The Natural History Museum.
City advice
Getting around
CityMapper is a great app for navigating public transport
It'll give you different route options to pick from, tell you when buses and trains are arriving, and how much the trip will cost.
Getting around
Use your contactless card on public transport
Contactless credit and debit cards are used everywhere in the UK, for almost any transaction under £30. This includes the London public transport system. So you don't need to buy a ticket or an Oyster, just tap your card on the yellow reader. There is a daily limit, so you will never pay more than the price of a Day Travelcard ticket.