The London Underground
When coming to London for the first time, it can seem like a maze. Many people refuse to drive here simply because of this factor. The roads twist and turn, often leading into winding one-way systems. That’s why it’s a popular choice to take the train, especially if you are coming in on a plane and landing near the centre.
The good news is that London has a fantastic transportation system. Buses are reasonable, for those who know how to use them, and taxis are friendly (although a little expensive). Another choice is to make use of the London Underground.
Using the London Underground is easy. There are plenty of friendly staff to help out if you get confused. The signs are designed to be clear, as after all this is an international city. There are maps everywhere, which also display the train routes clearly.
To make the most of your day, pop along to ironworkslondon.co.uk for information on London’s places of entertainment and all about the London Underground system. Most cards cost less than £5 and can allow you to access selected zones; some cards allow all day long access.
The zones are how the tube is divided up, pricing by distance and area. You can select to have one zone only card, or one that covers zones 1-6. If you are a regular traveller, ironworkslondon.co.uk has more information for extra savings, like with the London Oyster card.