Travel Information on getting around London
 

London is big, very big, and there a several ways of getting around.

As is the case in all cities, everyone assumes you know what to do, so we have a few pages on the different transport systems used in London, just click the links on this page.

Underground
Known as "the Tube" the trains travel underground in Central London, but often "overground" on the outskirts. Very busy in the morning and afternoon rush hours, and not always reliable, with constant engineering works. However, generally it is fast and efficient for getting around.....more information >>

Buses
The famous London Routemasters are still used but more often modern one-man operated buses are operated. Travelling all over London and into the distant suburbs they are an economical way to get around. Even with the "bus lanes" on the roads they can grind to a halt in the busy London streets.....more information >>

River Boats
Often overlooked, even by Londoners, these boats use the Thames as the highway, departing from piers, and you get a great view of London as well. One area of London's transport system that needs to be developed further .....more information >>

Taxi
The famous London black cabs will take you anywhere in London, well trained and professional they have "The Knowledge" .....more information >>

Walking
The best, if exhausting, way to see the city. Armed with the famous A-Z of London street map, mark the sites and off you go......more information >>

Trains
London has a large rail network, connecting the suburbs and the countryside to central London
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Tourist Buses
These are pay once use many times in a day buses that go between the famous sights. Jump on and off the bus along the route. Expensive may be but they provide one of the best ways to see the sights if you really don't know where you are going and don't have much time.

For those with less time take a guided tour bus, these normally have taped commentary in different languages.

Guides
If you use a guide make sure they have the well earned "Blue Badge". They do know all about the famous sites, and don't overlook the guided tours available at some places of interest. www.excess-baggage.com

Left Luggage
Left luggage facilities at mainline stations is provided by www.excess-baggage.com