Transport for London - TfL

TfL is responsible for providing and managing most of London's transport services.

There are many forms of public transport serving London: • Buses • Tube (London Underground) • Rail Networks • River Transport • Emirates Air Line cable car • Cycle Hire - all under the control of TfL.

Transport for London - Visitor and Tourist Guide [PDF]

 Central London Bus Map [PDF]

London Travel Guides

• London Planner - is London's official visitor guide. It is free of charge and published monthly and available in many countries and UK/London tourist information centres and hotels. Website

Popular Attractions in London

• The British Museum
  The famous museum houses treasures including the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies. Website
• Natural History Museum
  Explore the natural world, including a diplodocus skeleton, prehistoric fossils and taxidermy. Website
• Tate Modern
  This former power station in Bankside, which has recently expanded, houses a modern art collection. Website
• Victoria and Albert Museum
  Incredible historic artefacts that span more than 3,000 years and include art, sculpture and fashion. Website
• Somerset House
  Somerset House is home to The Courtauld Gallery, with its Old Masters, and the Embankment Galleries. Website
• The National Gallery
  Priceless European art belonging to the nation. See works by Botticelli, da Vinci, van Gogh and more. Website
• Southbank Centre
  The arts centre includes the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Hayward Gallery. Website
• London Eye
  Experience the full glory of the capital from the London Eye. On a clear day, you can see for 40km. Website
• Science Museum
  Interactive scientific fun for kids of all ages, boasting everything from rockets to steam engines. Website
• Tower of London
  The 900-year-old guarded fortress, home to kings and prisoners for centuries, is said to be haunted. Website

London Bus Tours

A guided London bus tour is the perfect way to get a 'first experience' of London.

Many types are available, from the classic open top ride throughout the centre of London passing all the famous attractions, and there are night tours, ghost tours and a whole host of other themes.

Details of the most popular bus tours and booking arrangements can be found here.