Abbey Road is, on the face of it, an ordinary residential street in St John's Wood, north-west London. But its zebra crossing, captured on the cover of the Beatles' 1969 album, has become one of the most famous pieces of pavement in the world, and the adjoining Abbey Road Studios remain a working temple of recorded music.
Why visit
It is pure pop-culture pilgrimage. Fans come from across the globe to recreate the famous four-abreast walk across the crossing, while the studio wall has become an ever-changing canvas of messages from visitors. For Beatles devotees it is unmissable.
What to see
The crossing itself and the gates of Abbey Road Studios are the draw; the studios are not open to the public, but the shop sells memorabilia. A live webcam means friends back home can watch you make the crossing.
Visiting tips
The crossing is on a live, busy road, so take care and be considerate of traffic and residents. St John's Wood Tube (Jubilee line) is the nearest station. Mornings are quieter for that crowd-free photo.
