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Top 10 At Attr trac acti tion ons s Visitorr Information Visito Getting Around London’s Regions Tube and Rail Map Bus Routes Useful Tips As Mayor of London I am delighted to welcome welcome you to London – the best big city on earth. This booklet has been designed to help first time visitors get started in London with useful tips for making the most of your trip and practical advice on getting around town.

With unique heritage, fantastic culture and iconic attractions, there is always something to see and do whether you are here for a day, a week or longer. For more in-depth information look out for other free guides while you are here including London Planner which is available in Tourist Information Centres. Or check out the many other specialist guides to London that you will find in bookshops across the capital. London is always packed with events, festivals, activities, exhibitions and entertainment. For inspiration and the latest tips, including information on bars, restaurants, shops, attractions and more, go to London’s official website visitlondon.com

London has a huge variety of attractions. Historical or contemporary, paid for or free, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets. Here are the top ten visitor attractions (according to visitor numbers in 2010).

* Indicates free entry to permanent exhibitions 1. British Museum*

A fascinating range of objects from around the world from prehistoric to modern times.

2. Tate Modern* Britain’s national museum of modern art in an iconic former power station.

3. National Gallery* One of the wor world’ ld’s gre greate atest st collectio lections ns of Eur Europ opean ean painti ntings ngs fro from m 12 1250 50 to 190 1900. 0.

4. Natural History Museum* As well as the infamous dinosaurs, the museum has a collection of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world.

5. EDF E DF Energy London Eye The world’s highest observation wheel with spectacular views.

6. Science Museum* Over 40 galleries and 2,000 hands-on exhibits.

7. Victoria and Albert Museum* Celebrating art and design with collections on ceramics, furniture, fashion, sculpture and much more.

8. Madame Tussauds Meet famous faces from the worlds of showbiz, sport, politics and royalty.

9. National Maritime Museum/ Royal Observatory* Discover seafaring and stargazing in Greenwich

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10. Tower of London More than 900 years of history and the Crown Jewels.

I wish you an enjoyable stay in our city. Boris Johnson, Mayor of Lond London on

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Tourist & Travel Information Centres

For all the inf For inform ormati ation on you nee needd to pl plan an yo your ur trip, trip, go to tfl.gov.uk/journeyplanner, which provides the tools to easily plan your journey jour ney on on public public trans transpor portt in advanc advance, e, and is available in 19 languages. You can also telephone +44 (0)843 222 1234* (24 hours) Alternatively visit one of the Travel Informat Info rmation ion Cen Centres tresor or any Tube Stat Station. ion.

We know that face-to-face contact is always valued, especially when you are in a new city, so you will find a welcoming face, inspiring ideas, and tickets to many attractions at Tourist and Travel Information Centres. Travel Centres also sell tickets for travel. The nearest Tube, DLR or National Rail station is shown.

Tourist Information Centres (TICs) City of London TIC

St Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8BX St. Paul Paul’s/Man ’s/Mansion sion House Open: Mon-Sat 09.30-1 09.30-17 7.30 Sun 10.00 10.00-16.00 -16.00 Greenwich TIC

Pepys House, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, London SE10 9LW DLR Cut Cutty ty Sar Sarkk DLR Greenwich Open: Daily 10.00-17.00 Holborn Visitor Information Kiosk

Kingsway, London WC2B 6BG Holborn Open: Mon-Fri 09.00-1 09.00-17 7.00 Satt & Su Sa Sun n cl clos osed ed Richmond TIC

Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP Richmond Open: Mon-Sat 10.00 10.00-1 -17 7.00 Sun clo closed sed Additional TICS in Bexley, Harrow, Lewisham, Swanley, Twickenham; see visitlondon.com/welcome

Travel Information Infor mation Centres Euston Railway Station

Opposite platform 10 Open:: MonOpen Mon-Fri Fri 08.15 08.15-20. -20.15 15 Sat,, Su Sat Sun n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15 Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3 Tube Station Open:: Dail Open Dailyy 07.15.15-20.1 20.15 5

*You pay no more than 5p per minute if calling from a BT landline. There may be a connection charge. Charges from mobiles or other landline providers may vary.

King’s Cross Tube Station

Western Ticket Hall near St. Pancras Open:: MonOpen Mon-Sat Sat 07.15.15-20.1 20.15 5 Sun Su n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15

TICKETS TO TRAVEL

Liverp Liv erpool ool Str Street eet Tube Stat Station ion Open: MonOpen: Mon-Sat Sat 08.15 08.15-2 -20.1 0.15 5 Sun Su n & Publ Public ic Holi Holidays days 08.1 08.15-19 5-19.1 .15 5 Piccadilly Circus Tube Station Open:: Dail Open Dailyy 09.15 09.15-19. -19.00 00 Victoria Railway Station

Opposite platform 8 Open: Mon-Sat 07 07.15-2 .15-20.15 0.15 Sun Su n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15

On street information You may also meet one of the city's 300 London Ambassadors on the streets who will be happy to provide you with on-the-spot information.

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Oyster cards The Oyster card is London’s travel smartcard and is generally the easiest and cheapest way to pay to travel around London whether you are using Tube, bus, tram, DLR, London Overground or National Rail services.

Ticket Types Oyster can store season tickets (Travelcards) as well as credit for single journeys (pay as you go), and your card is fully re-usable. When your Travelcard expires or your pay as you go credit is getting low, you can add another Travelcard or add more credit at over 3,900 Oyster retailers, at station touchscreen ticket machines and at Travel Information Centres in London. With pay as you go, you can travel as many times as you like in a day and the daily price cap means that you will never pay more than the price of an equivalent One Day Travelcard.

Where to Buy You can save time by purchasing an Oyster card before you arrive in London at tfl.gov.uk/visitorshop or get one when you arrive from Tube or selected National Rail stations.

Using your Oyster To ensure you pay the correct fare on Tube, DLR, London Overground and National Rail services you must always touch in on the yellow card reader at the start of your journey and touch out at the end. On buses and trams you only need to touch in at the start of your journey. For further information about Oyster including fares, travelling with children and using Oyster on River Services and National Rail, go to tfl.gov.uk/oyster

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Tourist & Travel Information Centres

For all the inf For inform ormati ation on you nee needd to pl plan an yo your ur trip, trip, go to tfl.gov.uk/journeyplanner, which provides the tools to easily plan your journey jour ney on on public public trans transpor portt in advanc advance, e, and is available in 19 languages. You can also telephone +44 (0)843 222 1234* (24 hours) Alternatively visit one of the Travel Informat Info rmation ion Cen Centres tresor or any Tube Stat Station. ion.

We know that face-to-face contact is always valued, especially when you are in a new city, so you will find a welcoming face, inspiring ideas, and tickets to many attractions at Tourist and Travel Information Centres. Travel Centres also sell tickets for travel. The nearest Tube, DLR or National Rail station is shown.

Tourist Information Centres (TICs) City of London TIC

St Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8BX St. Paul Paul’s/Man ’s/Mansion sion House Open: Mon-Sat 09.30-1 09.30-17 7.30 Sun 10.00 10.00-16.00 -16.00 Greenwich TIC

Pepys House, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, London SE10 9LW DLR Cut Cutty ty Sar Sarkk DLR Greenwich Open: Daily 10.00-17.00 Holborn Visitor Information Kiosk

Kingsway, London WC2B 6BG Holborn Open: Mon-Fri 09.00-1 09.00-17 7.00 Satt & Su Sa Sun n cl clos osed ed Richmond TIC

Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP Richmond Open: Mon-Sat 10.00 10.00-1 -17 7.00 Sun clo closed sed

Travel Information Infor mation Centres Euston Railway Station

Opposite platform 10 Open:: MonOpen Mon-Fri Fri 08.15 08.15-20. -20.15 15 Sat,, Su Sat Sun n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15 Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3 Tube Station Open:: Dail Open Dailyy 07.15.15-20.1 20.15 5

*You pay no more than 5p per minute if calling from a BT landline. There may be a connection charge. Charges from mobiles or other landline providers may vary.

King’s Cross Tube Station

Western Ticket Hall near St. Pancras Open:: MonOpen Mon-Sat Sat 07.15.15-20.1 20.15 5 Sun Su n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15

TICKETS TO TRAVEL

Liverp Liv erpool ool Str Street eet Tube Stat Station ion Open: MonOpen: Mon-Sat Sat 08.15 08.15-2 -20.1 0.15 5 Sun Su n & Publ Public ic Holi Holidays days 08.1 08.15-19 5-19.1 .15 5 Piccadilly Circus Tube Station Open:: Dail Open Dailyy 09.15 09.15-19. -19.00 00 Victoria Railway Station

Opposite platform 8 Open: Mon-Sat 07 07.15-2 .15-20.15 0.15 Sun Su n & Pu Publ blic ic Ho Holilida days ys 08.15-19.15

On street information You may also meet one of the city's 300 London Ambassadors on the streets who will be happy to provide you with on-the-spot information.

London Underground There are 11 col There colour our-co -coded ded Underg Und ergrou round nd or ‘Tu ‘Tube’ be’ line lines. s. Serv Service icess runn re ru regu gula larly rly fr from om ar arou ound nd 05 05.0 .00 0 to 00.30 00 .30 (Su (Sunn 07.30 to 23 23.30 .30)) on mo most st routes rou tes.. Th Thee ne netwo twork rk is div divide idedd int intoo nine ni ne zo zone nes, s, wi with th Zo Zone1 ne1 be bein ing g th thee most mo st ce cent ntra rall ar area ea.. Se Seee pa page ge 8 fo forr thee Tu th Tube be an andd Ra Railil Ma Map. p.

London Buses Buses gen Buses genera erally lly run fro from m 05.00 00 to 00 00.3 .30. 0. Ni Nigh ghtt Bu Buse sess op oper erat atee on many ma ny ma majo jorr ro rout utes es fro from m ar arou ound nd midn mi dnig ight ht to 05 05.0 .00, 0, an andd so some me routes rou tes ope operat ratee a 2424-hou hourr ser servic vice. e. Cash Ca sh far fares es ar aree no nott av avai ailab lable le fo forr bu buss passen pas senger gerss in Zo Zone ne 1, the theref refore ore pass pa ssen enge gers rs mu must st ob obtai tainn a va valid lid ticke tic kett or Oy Oyste sterr car cardd be befor foree boa boardi rding. ng. Somee ro Som rout utes es ar aree es espe peci cial ally ly go good od fo forr sights sig htseei eeing ng inc includ luding ing rou routes tes 9 and 15 whi which ch use her heritag itagee Rou Routem temast aster er buses bus es du durin ring g the day day..

Oyster cards The Oyster card is London’s travel smartcard and is generally the easiest and cheapest way to pay to travel around London whether you are using Tube, bus, tram, DLR, London Overground or National Rail services.

Ticket Types Oyster can store season tickets (Travelcards) as well as credit for single journeys (pay as you go), and your card is fully re-usable. When your Travelcard expires or your pay as you go credit is getting low, you can add another Travelcard or add more credit at over 3,900 Oyster retailers, at station touchscreen ticket machines and at Travel Information Centres in London. With pay as you go, you can travel as many times as you like in a day and the daily price cap means that you will never pay more than the price of an equivalent One Day Travelcard.

Where to Buy You can save time by purchasing an Oyster card before you arrive in London at tfl.gov.uk/visitorshop or get one when you arrive from Tube or selected National Rail stations.

Using your Oyster

Additional TICS in Bexley, Harrow, Lewisham, Swanley, Twickenham; see visitlondon.com/welcome

To ensure you pay the correct fare on Tube, DLR, London Overground and National Rail services you must always touch in on the yellow card reader at the start of your journey and touch out at the end. On buses and trams you only need to touch in at the start of your journey. For further information about Oyster including fares, travelling with children and using Oyster on River Services and National Rail, go to tfl.gov.uk/oyster

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Taxi Hail one of London’s famous black cabs (some are multicoloured!) when the yellow ‘Taxi’ sign is lit. Please note fares increase after 20.00. Private hire or minicabs must be booked in advance. We advise you against getting into any vehicle that approaches you in the street purporting to be a minicab. See tfl.gov.uk/findaride for details of local licensed minicabs, or use Cabwise - text CAB to 60835 to get one taxi and two local licensed minicab numbers sent to your mobile phone (cost may vary depending on your mobile provider). Overseas networks can access this service by texting the street name and partial postcode eg Victoria St SW1 to +44 (0)7797 800 000. Texts will be charged at your standard roaming rate per enquiry.

Docklands Light Railway Docklands Docklan ds Ligh Lightt Rail Railway way (DLR) runss fro run from m 05 05.30 .30-00 -00.30 .30 Mon Monday day to Saturday Satu rday and 06.30-23. 30-23.30 30 on Sun Sunday day.. Theree are tra Ther trains ins ev every ery 44-1 10 mi minu nute tess runn ru nnin ing g on ro rout utes es fr from om Ba Bank nk an andd Towe owerr Gat Gatewa ewayy to Doc Dockla klands nds,, Eas Eastt and Sou South th Eas Eastt Lo Lond ndon. on. Take th thee DLR to vi visi sitt Ca Cana nary ry Wh Wharf arf,, Cu Cutty tty Sar Sarkk fo forr Maritim Mari timee Gre Greenw enwich ich,, ExC ExCeL eL Lon London don or Lo Londo ndonn City Air Airpo port. rt.

River Services Tra rave vellllin ing g on th thee ri rive verr ca cann be a rela re laxi xing ng wa wayy to tr trav avel el wh whililst st ta taki king ng in thee si th sigh ghts ts,, an andd Oy Oyst ster er ca card rdss can now be us used ed on Th Thame amess Clippers ppersser servic vices. es. Go to tfl.gov.uk/river or pi pick ck up the Riv River er Serv Service icess lea leafle flett fro from m Tube statio stations. ns.

Cycling For general information on cycling in London visit tfl.gov.uk/cycling Barclays Cycle Hire is a public bicycle sharing scheme in central London. There are 400 docking stations and 6,000 bicycles for hire. For further information go to tfl.gov.uk/barclayscyclehire

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LOCAL TIP “Research the several different ways to get into town from London’s airports, there are lots of different options so you’re sure to find something to suit, whether you’re on a budget or just need to get there swiftly” Chris, from Wimbledon

Always check before you travel at weekends when planned engineering works take place.

As in any city, If walking late at night, try to keep to brightly lit areas with other people nearby and be awar awaree of your surroundings – listen listening ing to music or using a phone can be distracting and dangerous. Use the Tube outside the morning and afternoon rush hours to avoid crowded trains and platforms. Or perhaps take advantage of the River Services! Always stand on the right and walk on the left on escalators at stations.

Richmond

London buzzes night and day with an unforgettable energy, and each area of the city has its own distinct atmosphere. Here is a quick introduction introduction to the points of our compass:

Central London London’s heart is made up of many districts from the iconic City of Westminster to the City of London, the main financial area of the capital. This central area has a dense concentration of landmarks, theatres, museums, nightspots and famous shopping areas like Covent Garden, Carnaby Street and Oxford Street.

North London

Operators include: National Express +44 (0)871 818 181 nationalexpress.com

Over 120 languages are spoken in this multicultural and vibrant region, which is steeped in history and renowned for its culture. Areas of interest include Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill with their huge green spaces, fabulous views and village feel, characterful Camden with its eclectic market and live music scene, and Green Lanes, where you can enjoy Turkish, Greek and Kurdish food.

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South London

Coaches London’s main coach services use Victoria Coach Station, S W1 +44 (0)20 7730 3466 tfl.gov.uk/coaches

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tfl.gov.uk/walking

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Walking can often be quicker in central London than taking the Tube between two adjacent stops. For example, the walk between Leicester Square and Covent Garden is just a few minutes.

Megabus +44 (0)9001 600 900

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The South is appreciated for its array of open spaces such as Clapham Common, the World Heritage Site at Greenwich and

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riverside Rich riverside Richmon mond. d. It’s popular popular for sporting attractions such as the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and cricket at The Kia Oval. It offers wonderful opportunities to escape from the the hustle hustle and bustle, bustle, from the village atmosphere of Barnes to historic stately homes and palaces such as Ham House and Hampton Court.

East London The East now claims its place in the limelight and is set to play a huge part in the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. The area is home to a unique arts scene and popular markets like Spitalfields, while the nightlife here in Hoxton and Shoreditch rivals that of the West End. Further east, Lee Valley Regional Park is one of London’s biggest open space.

West W est London West London is remarkable for its leafy squares, fascinating museums and vibrant street markets. Here you will find upmarket Kensington and Chelsea, the peaceful streets and canals of Maida Vale, Hammersmith, which is home to some great riverside pubs, and the vibrant, multicultural communities of Shepherd’s Bush and Southall.


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Taxi Hail one of London’s famous black cabs (some are multicoloured!) when the yellow ‘Taxi’ sign is lit. Please note fares increase after 20.00. Private hire or minicabs must be booked in advance. We advise you against getting into any vehicle that approaches you in the street purporting to be a minicab. See tfl.gov.uk/findaride for details of local licensed minicabs, or use Cabwise - text CAB to 60835 to get one taxi and two local licensed minicab numbers sent to your mobile phone (cost may vary depending on your mobile provider). Overseas networks can access this service by texting the street name and partial postcode eg Victoria St SW1 to +44 (0)7797 800 000. Texts will be charged at your standard roaming rate per enquiry.

Docklands Light Railway Docklands Docklan ds Ligh Lightt Rail Railway way (DLR) runss fro run from m 05 05.30 .30-00 -00.30 .30 Mon Monday day to Saturday Satu rday and 06.30-23. 30-23.30 30 on Sun Sunday day.. Theree are tra Ther trains ins ev every ery 44-1 10 mi minu nute tess runn ru nnin ing g on ro rout utes es fr from om Ba Bank nk an andd Towe owerr Gat Gatewa ewayy to Doc Dockla klands nds,, Eas Eastt and Sou South th Eas Eastt Lo Lond ndon. on. Take th thee DLR to vi visi sitt Ca Cana nary ry Wh Wharf arf,, Cu Cutty tty Sar Sarkk fo forr Maritim Mari timee Gre Greenw enwich ich,, ExC ExCeL eL Lon London don or Lo Londo ndonn City Air Airpo port. rt.

River Services Tra rave vellllin ing g on th thee ri rive verr ca cann be a rela re laxi xing ng wa wayy to tr trav avel el wh whililst st ta taki king ng in thee si th sigh ghts ts,, an andd Oy Oyst ster er ca card rdss can now be us used ed on Th Thame amess Clippers ppersser servic vices. es. Go to tfl.gov.uk/river or pi pick ck up the Riv River er Serv Service icess lea leafle flett fro from m Tube statio stations. ns.

Cycling For general information on cycling in London visit tfl.gov.uk/cycling Barclays Cycle Hire is a public bicycle sharing scheme in central London. There are 400 docking stations and 6,000 bicycles for hire. For further information go to tfl.gov.uk/barclayscyclehire

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National Rail and London Overground Theree are 13 Na Ther Nati tion onal al Ra Railil te term rmin inii in Lo Lond ndon on fo forr co conn nnec ecti tion onss to al alll part pa rtss of th thee UK, pl plus us Eu Euro rost star ar servic ser vices es fro from m St. Pa Pancr ncras as Int Intern ernati ationa onal.l. Forr fu Fo furth rther er in info form rmat atio ionn go to nationalrail.co.uk or ca callll 0845 08 457 7 48 4849 4950 50 (UK on only) ly) or +44 +4 4 (0 (0)2 )20 0 727 278 8 52 5240 40.. Fo Forr se servi rvice cess to Lo Londo ndonn des destin tinati ations ons out outsid sidee the cen centra trall are area, a, inc includ luding ing Lon London don Overgroun Overg roundd servic services, es, visit tfl.gov.uk

LOCAL TIP “Research the several different ways to get into town from London’s airports, there are lots of different options so you’re sure to find something to suit, whether you’re on a budget or just need to get there swiftly” Chris, from Wimbledon

TOP 5 TR TRAVEL TIPS TIPS

Always check before you travel at weekends when planned engineering works take place. Walking can often be quicker in central London than taking the Tube between two adjacent stops. For example, the walk between Leicester Square and Covent Garden is just a few minutes.

visitlondon.com/travel/airport

Richmond

As in any city, If walking late at night, try to keep to brightly lit areas with other people nearby and be awar awaree of your surroundings – listen listening ing to music or using a phone can be distracting and dangerous.

Central London London’s heart is made up of many districts from the iconic City of Westminster to the City of London, the main financial area of the capital. This central area has a dense concentration of landmarks, theatres, museums, nightspots and famous shopping areas like Covent Garden, Carnaby Street and Oxford Street.

Use the Tube outside the morning and afternoon rush hours to avoid crowded trains and platforms. Or perhaps take advantage of the River Services! Always stand on the right and walk on the left on escalators at stations.

Operators include: National Express +44 (0)871 818 181 nationalexpress.com

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South London

Coaches London’s main coach services use Victoria Coach Station, S W1 +44 (0)20 7730 3466 tfl.gov.uk/coaches

Wal alki king ng in Lo Lond ndon on is a gr grea eatt wa wayy to ge gett ar arou ound nd.. Fo Forr mor moree inf inform ormati ation on on walk walking ing rout routes es visit tfl.gov.uk/walking

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East London The East now claims its place in the limelight and is set to play a huge part in the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. The area is home to a unique arts scene and popular markets like Spitalfields, while the nightlife here in Hoxton and Shoreditch rivals that of the West End. Further east, Lee Valley Regional Park is one of London’s biggest open space.

North London Over 120 languages are spoken in this multicultural and vibrant region, which is steeped in history and renowned for its culture. Areas of interest include Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill with their huge green spaces, fabulous views and village feel, characterful Camden with its eclectic market and live music scene, and Green Lanes, where you can enjoy Turkish, Greek and Kurdish food.

+44 (0)844 801 7261 greenline.co.uk

riverside Rich riverside Richmon mond. d. It’s popular popular for sporting attractions such as the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and cricket at The Kia Oval. It offers wonderful opportunities to escape from the the hustle hustle and bustle, bustle, from the village atmosphere of Barnes to historic stately homes and palaces such as Ham House and Hampton Court.

London buzzes night and day with an unforgettable energy, and each area of the city has its own distinct atmosphere. Here is a quick introduction introduction to the points of our compass:

West W est London West London is remarkable for its leafy squares, fascinating museums and vibrant street markets. Here you will find upmarket Kensington and Chelsea, the peaceful streets and canals of Maida Vale, Hammersmith, which is home to some great riverside pubs, and the vibrant, multicultural communities of Shepherd’s Bush and Southall.

The South is appreciated for its array of open spaces such as Clapham Common, the World Heritage Site at Greenwich and

Megabus +44 (0)9001 600 900

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Bus Bu s Ro Rout utes es Key bus routes in central London

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139 to West Hampstead 23 Westbourne Park

13 to Golders Green

Abbey Road Lord’s Cricket Ground

Ladbroke Grove

The Zoo London Zoo

159 Paddington Basin Paddington

Regent’s Park

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Ladbroke Grove

Great Portland Street

Marble Arch

148 to White City

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Queensway

Telecom Tower

Warren Street Euston Square

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Marble Arch

Oxford Circus 8

Oxford Street Wardour Street

Tottenham Court Road/ Cambridge Circus

38 to Clapton Pond

Essex Road Islington Angel

274

King’s Cross

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St. John Street Sadler’s Wells Theatre Charles Dickens Museum

Old Street Shoreditch High Street

Barbican Centre

Moorgate 188 Russell Square British Museum

Museum of London

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Holborn

Chancery Lane

Holborn Viaduct for City Thameslink

11 23 Liverpool Street

Bank

Bloomsbury Way Bond Street

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London Canal Museum

St. Pancras International

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Goodge Street and Gower Street

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Hyde Park

for The Zoo

Pollock’s Toy Museum

Lancaster Gate

to Friern Barnet

York Way

Mornington Crescent

Albany Street

Madame Tussaud’s

Baker Street and Gloucester Place

to Archway

Agar Grove

Euston

74

43

Caledonian Road

Sherlock Holmes Museum

Edgware Road

Notting Hill Gate

Camden Road

Camden Town

Lisson Grove

Sainsbury’s

to Parliament Hill Fields

Camden Lock Market

to Seven Sisters

390

Route 8 Route 9 Route 10 Route 11 Route 13 Route 14 Route 15 Route 23 Route 24 Route 25 Route 38 Route 43 Route 59 Route 73 Route 74 Route 139 Route 148 Route 159 Route 188 Route 274 Route 390 Route 453 Route C2 Route RV1 25 Aldgate to Ilford

9

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24

C2

to Hampstead Heath

139 to West Hampstead 23 Westbourne Park

13 to Golders Green

Abbey Road

Ladbroke Grove

Camden Lock Market

The Zoo London Zoo

Lord’s Cricket Ground


for The Zoo

Telecom Tower


Marble Arch

Queensway

390

148 to White City

Oxford Street

Royal Albert Hall Knightsbridge

Green Park

Green Park

South Kensington

Royal Mews

Victoria

38

Buckingham Palace

73

Nelson’s Column

St. James’s Palace

Covent Garden Market

Leicester Square

Covent Garden

London Transport Museum

RV1

Embankment

St. James’s Park

Horse Guards

Victoria

to Putney Heath

Sloane Square Chelsea King’s Road

Belgrave Road

Saatchi Gallery

24 11 to Fulham Broadway

Liverpool Street

25 Aldgate to Ilford


Routes 10 , 73 and 390 also serve Tottenham Court Road station westbound only

Temple of Mithras

St. Paul’s Cathedral

Royal Courts of Justice

Houses of Parliament

Pimlico Grosvenor Road

r v e i R

e s a m h T

RV1 Tower Hill

Aldwych 9 13


for City Thameslink

Royal National Theatre

Blackfriars

Upper Ground

Globe Theatre Tate Bankside Modern

43

London Eye

Tower Bridge

HMS Belfast

Tower Bridge Road

London Bridge

Tate Modern Waterloo 139

St. Katharine’s

Tower

London Bridge City

Ludgate Circus

Tower Gateway

Tower of London

Mansion House

©Transport for London

188 to North Greenwich

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Key

Bermondsey Market

London Underground interchange London Overground interchange

Elephant & Castle

Westminster Abbey

15 to Blackwall

Monument

Royal Festival Hall

Westminster

New Scotland Yard

Westminster Cathedral

Coach Station

Festival

London Eye

Victoria Street

C2

Cleopatra’s Needle

Westminster

14

Chancery Lane

Fleet Street

for Charing Cross

Admiralty Arch

11 23

Kingsway

Trafalgar Square

Victoria & Albert Museum

74

Shoreditch High Street

Barbican Centre

Bank

Piccadilly Circus

Hyde Park Corner Harrods Wellington Arch

National Gallery

Royal Academy

High Street Kensington

Holborn

25

Shaftesbury Avenue

Berkeley Square

to Putney

Old Street

Museum of London

British Museum

Eros

Conduit Street

Natural History Museum

Charles Dickens Museum

10 59

Regent Street

15 Park Lane

Science Museum

Sadler’s Wells Theatre

Moorgate


Wardour Street

Albert Memorial

to Hammersmith

9 10

Marble Arch

Hyde Park

Oxford Circus 8

to Bow 8

St. John Street

King’s Cross


274

Kensington Gardens

Islington Angel

274

188 Russell Square


Lancaster Gate

Notting Hill Gate

Essex Road

London Canal Museum


Edgware Road

38

York Way


14


and

73

Agar Grove

Euston Madame Tussaud’s


43 to Friern Barnet

to Clapton Pond

Mornington Crescent

Albany Street


74

390 to Archway

Caledonian Road

Regent’s Park

453 Marylebone

Ladbroke Grove

Camden Road

Camden Town

Lisson Grove

Sainsbury’s


Route 8 Route 9 Route 10 Route 11 Route 13 Route 14 Route 15 Route 23 Route 24 Route 25 Route 38 Route 43 Route 59 Route 73 Route 74 Route 139 Route 148 Route 159 Route 188 Route 274 Route 390 Route 453 Route C2 Route RV1

to Seven Sisters

National Rail interchange Imperial War Museum

Kennington Road

to Streatham Hill 59 to Streatham 159

Bricklayer’s Arms

Docklands Light Railway interchange

Walworth Road

London River Services pier

Cuming Museum and Library

148

to Camberwell

to

453 Deptford

London Travel Information Centre

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“Many of London's big museums are free, so it won't cost you a penny to see all that they have to offer” Katherina, from Wembley

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Regent’s Park

6


24

C2

to Hampstead Heath

139 to West Hampstead 23 Westbourne Park Abbey Road

13 to Golders Green

Ladbroke Grove

The Zoo London Zoo

Lord’s Cricket Ground


Albany Street for The Zoo

Telecom Tower


Queensway

390

148 to White City

9 10

Marble Arch

Hyde Park

Oxford Circus 8

Royal Albert Hall Knightsbridge

Green Park

Green Park

South Kensington

74

Royal Mews

Victoria

38

Buckingham Palace

73

Nelson’s Column

St. James’s Palace

Covent Garden Market

Leicester Square

Covent Garden

London Transport Museum

RV1

Cleopatra’s Needle Embankment

St. James’s Park

Horse Guards

to Putney Heath

Sloane Square Chelsea King’s Road

Westminster

24 11 to Fulham Broadway

Liverpool Street

25 Aldgate to Ilford


Routes 10 , 73 and 390 also serve Tottenham Court Road station westbound only

Temple of Mithras

Houses of Parliament

Pimlico Grosvenor Road

r v e i R

15 to Blackwall

e s a m h T

RV1 Tower Hill

Monument St. Paul’s Cathedral

Royal Courts of Justice

Aldwych 9 13


Blackfriars

Upper Ground

Globe Theatre Tate Bankside Modern

London Eye

Tower Bridge Road

43

London Bridge

Tate Modern Waterloo 139

Tower Bridge

HMS Belfast

for City Thameslink

Royal National Theatre

St. Katharine’s

Tower

London Bridge City

Ludgate Circus

Tower Gateway

Tower of London

Mansion House

©Transport for London

188 to North Greenwich

TFL18590.07.10

Key

Bermondsey Market

London Underground interchange London Overground interchange

Elephant & Castle

Westminster Abbey

Belgrave Road

Saatchi Gallery

Chancery Lane

Royal Festival Hall

Westminster

Westminster Cathedral

Coach Station

Festival

London Eye

New Scotland Yard

11 23

Bank

Fleet Street

for Charing Cross

Admiralty Arch

Victoria Street

C2

Victoria

14

Shoreditch High Street

Barbican Centre

Kingsway

Trafalgar Square

Victoria & Albert Museum

to Putney

Old Street

Museum of London

Piccadilly Circus

Hyde Park Corner Harrods Wellington Arch

National Gallery

Royal Academy

High Street Kensington

Holborn

25

Shaftesbury Avenue

Berkeley Square

Natural History Museum

Charles Dickens Museum

British Museum

Eros

Conduit Street

Science Museum

Sadler’s Wells Theatre

10 59

Regent Street

15 Park Lane

to Bow 8

St. John Street

King’s Cross

Moorgate


Oxford Street Wardour Street

Albert Memorial

to Hammersmith

London Canal Museum


274

Kensington Gardens

Essex Road

188 Russell Square


Lancaster Gate

38

Islington Angel

274


Marble Arch

73

York Way


14


and

Edgware Road

Notting Hill Gate

to Friern Barnet

Agar Grove

Euston Madame Tussaud’s


to Archway

to Clapton Pond

Mornington Crescent


74

43

Caledonian Road

Regent’s Park

453 Marylebone

Ladbroke Grove

Camden Road

Camden Town

Lisson Grove

Sainsbury’s


Camden Lock Market

Route 8 Route 9 Route 10 Route 11 Route 13 Route 14 Route 15 Route 23 Route 24 Route 25 Route 38 Route 43 Route 59 Route 73 Route 74 Route 139 Route 148 Route 159 Route 188 Route 274 Route 390 Route 453 Route C2 Route RV1

to Seven Sisters

390

National Rail interchange Imperial War Museum

Kennington Road

to Streatham Hill 59 to Streatham 159

Bricklayer’s Arms

Docklands Light Railway interchange

Walworth Road

London River Services pier

Cuming Museum and Library

148

to Camberwell

to

453 Deptford

London Travel Information Centre

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Money

Tipping



Lost property



Stars are awarded following annual assessments by trained, impartial assessors. Annual visits are made and, in the case of hotels and guest accommodation, this involves a ‘mystery shop’ overnight stay at least every other year to thoroughly check out the service, hospitality hospitality,, food and cleanliness, as well as the standard and comfort of the accommodation. All participating establishments are awarded between one and five stars. The more stars, the higher the quality and range of services and facilities provided. For full details of criteria, please refer to enjoyengland.com

Travellers with access needs Access for disabled visitors in London has greatly improved in recent years. All of London’s 8,000 buses (except heritage Routemasters) are low-floor, wheelchair accessible accessible vehicles. vehicles. For details of hotels with accessible facilities facili ties,, maps showing step free routes around the city, and information on accessible Tube stations and black cabs, go to visitlondon.com/access






Regent’s Park

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GOING GREEN The most environmentally-friendly way of getting around the city is on foot or by bike. Walking is one of the best ways of getting a feel for the city and most major landmarks are within easy reach of each other. It’s also a great idea to offset the carbon emis emissions sions generated generated by any flights here. For walking and cycling tours and more tips on how to be a green traveller, check out

visitlondon.com/green Also be sure to recycle this guide, either literally or by passing it on to another traveller for their trip.

Toilets

Medical help

Public toilets are provided at coach and mainline rail stations. Most charge 30p, and there are facilities for people with disabilities and for those with babies. ‘Superloos’ are also available across London.

NHS Direct

Public holidays You can expect to find most businesses closed on these public holidays, but some shops, bars and restaurants will remain open as usual or operate to their Sunday hours. On 25 December December,, most shops will shut. 2011/12

25–27 December

T: 0845 4647 (24-hour advice within UK) nhsdirect.nhs.uk Ambulance 999 or 112 (24 hours)

For minor ailments, pharmacists can dispense certain drugs. The largest chain is Boots, see boots.com for locations. To find a 24-hour pharmacy see nhs.uk LOCAL TIP

“Walk! Taking the Tube can be addictive, but by walking around you’ll gain a different appreciation for the city, and often it’s much quicker too. For starters try



Money

Tipping



Lost property



Stars are awarded following annual assessments by trained, impartial assessors. Annual visits are made and, in the case of hotels and guest accommodation, this involves a ‘mystery shop’ overnight stay at least every other year to thoroughly check out the service, hospitality hospitality,, food and cleanliness, as well as the standard and comfort of the accommodation. All participating establishments are awarded between one and five stars. The more stars, the higher the quality and range of services and facilities provided. For full details of criteria, please refer to enjoyengland.com

Travellers with access needs Access for disabled visitors in London has greatly improved in recent years. All of London’s 8,000 buses (except heritage Routemasters) are low-floor, wheelchair accessible accessible vehicles. vehicles. For details of hotels with accessible facilities facili ties,, maps showing step free routes around the city, and information on accessible Tube stations and black cabs, go to visitlondon.com/access






Regent’s Park

Green Tourism for London scheme If yo youu wan antt to tr tryy andd ma an make ke yo your ur trip tr ip to Lo Lond ndon on an eco-friend eco-f riendly ly one, look lo ok ou outt fo forr th thee officiall Green officia Touris ourism m for London Lon don log logoo whe whenn bookin boo king g you yourr acc accomm ommoda odatio tionn and choos ch oosing ing att attrac ractio tions ns to vis visit. it. See forr a fu fullll visitlondon.com/green fo listt of ho lis hote tels ls an andd at attr trac acti tion onss th that at have ha ve ac achi hiev eved ed th thee aw awar ard, d, an andd a host ho st of ot othe herr ti tips ps on how to make your yo ur tr trip ip to Lo Lond ndon on environmentallyfriendly.

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Legible London sign



Toilets

Medical help


NHS Direct


LOCAL TIP

Walk W alk this way Look out for Legible London signs throughout central London which feature maps and information for pedestrians. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to walk between many London landmarks.

“London has more parks and green space than most major capital cities – great for relaxing away from the busy streets” Hannah, from Notting Hill

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Telephones



“Walk! Taking the Tube can be addictive, but by walking around you’ll gain a different appreciation for the city, and often it’s much quicker too. For starters try wandering around Kensington Mews, Soho, and the old City” Stefan, from Hoxton

+44 is the international dialling code for the UK. Public telephones take coins, telephone cards (available in newsagents, post offices and bureaux de change) or credit cards. The minimum cost for a call is 60p. The operator operator is on 100 (calls within UK and Eire) or 155 (calls abroad or to a ship).

Drinking age restrictions Embassies and Consulates Australia

Italy

T: +44 (0)20 7379 4334

T: +44 (0)20 7312 2200

Canada

Netherlands

T: +44 (0)20 7258 6600

T: +44 (0)20 7590 3200

China

New Zealand

T: +44 (0)20 7299 4049

T: +44 (0)20 7930 8422

France

Poland

T: +44 (0)20 7073 1000

T: +44 (0)20 7580 4324

Germany

Spain

T: +44 (0)20 7824 1300

T: +44 (0)20 7589 8989

India

Sweden

T: +44 (0)20 7836 8484

T: +44 (0)20 7917 6400

Ireland

USA

T: +44 (0)20 7235 2171

T: +44 (0)20 7499 9000

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The legal age for buying alcohol in the UK is 18 years old, although some bars and restaurants will only serve customers over the age of 21. If you are lucky enough to look under 21 it is a good idea to carry some identification with you.

Notting Hill

Smoking Smoking is banned in all enclosed public places, including public transport, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Emergency services 999 or 112 (24 hours) for ambulance, fire or police services. London Eye

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Legible London sign



Toilets

Medical help


NHS Direct


LOCAL TIP

Walk W alk this way Look out for Legible London signs throughout central London which feature maps and information for pedestrians. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to walk between many London landmarks.

“London has more parks and green space than most major capital cities – great for relaxing away from the busy streets” Hannah, from Notting Hill

visitlondon.com/outdoors

25–27 December 2 January

Telephones



“Walk! Taking the Tube can be addictive, but by walking around you’ll gain a different appreciation for the city, and often it’s much quicker too. For starters try wandering around Kensington Mews, Soho, and the old City” Stefan, from Hoxton

+44 is the international dialling code for the UK. Public telephones take coins, telephone cards (available in newsagents, post offices and bureaux de change) or credit cards. The minimum cost for a call is 60p. The operator operator is on 100 (calls within UK and Eire) or 155 (calls abroad or to a ship).

Drinking age restrictions Embassies and Consulates Australia

Italy

T: +44 (0)20 7379 4334

T: +44 (0)20 7312 2200

Canada

Netherlands

T: +44 (0)20 7258 6600

T: +44 (0)20 7590 3200

China

New Zealand

T: +44 (0)20 7299 4049

T: +44 (0)20 7930 8422

France

Poland

T: +44 (0)20 7073 1000

T: +44 (0)20 7580 4324

Germany

Spain

T: +44 (0)20 7824 1300

T: +44 (0)20 7589 8989

India

Sweden

T: +44 (0)20 7836 8484

T: +44 (0)20 7917 6400

Ireland

USA

T: +44 (0)20 7235 2171

T: +44 (0)20 7499 9000

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The legal age for buying alcohol in the UK is 18 years old, although some bars and restaurants will only serve customers over the age of 21. If you are lucky enough to look under 21 it is a good idea to carry some identification with you.

Notting Hill

Smoking Smoking is banned in all enclosed public places, including public transport, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Emergency services 999 or 112 (24 hours) for ambulance, fire or police services. London Eye

tfl.gov.uk

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