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Athens: The Monocle Travel Guide
The weekly pilgrimage to a ‘laiki agora’ is at the heart of Greek lifestyle. To celebrate the launch of our latest book, Monocle Films takes stock at one of its favourite Athenian food markets.…

Helsinki: The Monocle Travel Guide
Saunas are at the heart of Finnish culture. To celebrate the launch of our latest book, Monocle Films selects the hottest places to work up a sweat. Available now at The Monocle Shop.

Beirut: The Monocle Travel Guide
Join us on a filmic tour of this vivacious Mediterranean metropolis brimming with delicious food, retail and hospitality. Available now at The Monocle Shop.

Mexico City: The Monocle Travel Guide
Unconventional, ever-changing and utterly beguiling, this megalopolis is an endless parade of sights, sounds and smells. Available now at The Monocle Shop.

Zürich, Geneva + Basel: The Monocle Travel Guide
This book celebrates the richness of these three Swiss cities and dives beneath the surface to bring an unexpected mix of creativity, entrepreneurialism and design. All aboard for a tour of the most impeccable…

Melbourne: The Monocle Travel Guide
Modern Melbourne is a swirl of superlative cultural outposts, pristine parks, mouth-watering menus and faultless all-Australian wine lists. Join us on a jaunt around this handsome metropolis. Available now at The Monocle Shop.

Barcelona: The Monocle Travel Guide
The Catalan capital boasts a singular character. Venturing beyond the tourist-beaten track, join us on a cinematic tour of fairytale architecture and independent retailers, as well as the innovative restaurants bringing a modern touch…

Seoul: The Monocle Travel Guide
The South Korean capital is energetic and sprawling; our comprehensive guide is brimming with insider tips. Available now at The Monocle Shop.

Kyoto: The Monocle Travel Guide
Japan's ancient capital may be full of hushed streets steeped in tradition but don't be fooled: there's plenty of forward-thinking retailers, innovative chefs and modernist architecture too. Our Kyoto guide will help you navigate…

San Francisco: The Monocle Travel Guide
This energetic city perched on its Pacific peninsula still serves a healthy dose of Californian cool. Monocle’s travel guide will help you navigate its precipitous slopes and go from forward-thinking retailers to the cosiest…
