Visitor Oyster Card is a smart travel card specifically designed for tourists visiting London. It is a convenient option for getting around the city, as it can be used on the Underground, buses, trams, DLR, Overground, and some National Rail services, as well as on TfL River Bus services and the Emirates Air Line (London’s […]
What is the London Pass? London Pass is a tourist card that gives you access to over 91 attractions in London, including iconic places like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and Tower Bridge. What does it include? Free access to over 91 attractions, tours, and points of interest. Skip-the-line access at many of these […]
The London Underground, also known as “The Tube,” is an engineering marvel that moves millions of people every day. However, if you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a carriage during rush hour, you know it can become a rather stressful experience. The good news? There are ways to avoid those crowds and make your journey […]
The animals hidden in the London Underground map have captured the imagination of travelers, becoming a fascinating and culturally significant curiosity. Animals? What animals? You might be wondering. The Origin of the Phenomenon: An Elephant in the TubeA Zoo in the Underground LinesImagination in the Service of the JourneyCultural Impact: From Curiosity to Commercial ProductHow […]
If you’re planning to travel around London with your pet, you’ll be glad to know that it is possible to use the city’s Underground to travel together. However, it’s essential to be aware of the rules and take some recommendations into account to ensure a pleasant experience for both you and other passengers. Here is […]
Safety in the Tube
According to Transport for London (TfL), the London Underground achieved a record of over 4.5 million users in a single day, specifically on November 14, 2023. With these figures in mind, it’s easy to understand why safety is a critical aspect. Even so, serious accidents are rare. The London Underground is one of the safest […]
Traveling with Kids
Traveling with children up to 18 years old on the London Underground offers various options and benefits, especially regarding fares and discounts. In some cases, they can even travel for free. Below is a summary of the policies and options available to facilitate transportation for young travelers in the city. Fares and General RulesCard OptionsYoung […]
TravelCard
What is a TravelCard? TravelCards are travel passes that allow you to use London’s transportation system as often as you like, meaning unlimited travel. You can use the Underground, buses, trams, DLR, Overground, and National Rail services within the specified London Underground zones. They are valid for 1 or 7 days and come in paper […]
Oyster Card
What is the Oyster Card? Oyster card, in Spanish “tarjeta Ostra”, is a smart card that allows you to store credit for use in “Pay as you Go” mode, Travelcards, and/or bus and tram passes. It can be used on buses, the Tube, trams, DLR, Overground, and most national rail services in London. Pay as […]
In this brief entry, we’ll share a **series of tips for using the London Underground**. Some of these can be considered unwritten rules, while others are mistakes you definitely need to avoid. While some of these tips are common sense, others come from experience. We will keep updating the list. In the Underground… Grab a […]