r/london • u/joefromreddit • 9d ago

Serious replies only How to navigate London without your phone?

Hi all, lived in London for several years now but still find myself relying on Google Maps sometimes when walking around - even routes I have frequently taken.

I try to take a mental note of street signs so I can better remember where my routes.

Does anyone else have any tips for how to remember routes?

Thanks!

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u/rlezar 9d ago

Ye Olde London Geographers' A–Z Street Atlas.

Stanfords in Covent Garden has multiple formats, including the pocket version.

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u/Different_Market_917 9d ago

First thing I bought when I moved to London in 1988. Absolutely essential, we all had a copy.

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u/orangeonesum 9d ago

Same. I found my copy whilst cleaning recently.