Harry Potter feels like a good transportation for sightseeing in London! A vehicle guide that makes your trip fun

Harry Potter feels like a good transportation for sightseeing in London! A vehicle guide that makes your trip fun

"Double Decker" is a retro type that goes around famous tourist spots

The double decker, a bright red double-decker bus that you want to try once in London. Maybe some people are worried about getting on a bus in a foreign country? The number of buses running in London is written on the body, and the route is decided by the number.

The retro type "double decker" in the photo is called the route master, and the running routes are "Heritage Route" 9 and 15. Both pass through many famous spots, so it's perfect for sightseeing in the city. After all, the view from the second floor is exceptional.

The streets of London, with its old buildings, are a fascinating mix of historic and modern architecture. I feel the excitement and taste of being in the world of Harry Potter.

The difference with Japanese buses is that you cannot use cash. Rechargeable oyster cards like PASMO and SUICA in Japan are very convenient. Postpaid payment cannot be made when you get off, so be sure to always charge a large amount.

There are buses that are not double!?

The 15th bus introduced above departs Trafalgar Square and runs to the Tower of London. On the way, stop in front of St. Paul's Cathedral (pictured), so please stop by. This church is the place where the late Princess Diana had a wedding. The exterior and interior of the church is magnificent and spectacular. The view from the dome of the cathedral is an observation spot with a panoramic view of the city. (There are 434 stairs)

Also noticeable on the pedestrian crossing are letters written on the ground as "LOOK RIGHT →" 

"← LOOK LEFT". The rational Englishman may adhere to this instruction rather than the traffic light. Although it is an act of self-responsibility, it is a notation that also feels the national character.

All buses running in the city of London are not "double deckers", but one-story buses also run. "Double Decker" has buses with various bodies, so you can enjoy the difference in the scenery that you can see by comparing them

If you are visiting London for the first time, we recommend that you use the open top bus where you can get on and off freely. You can travel around the sights of London without the hassle of checking routes like when using public transportation.

The ticket is valid for 24 hours or 48 hours and can be used as you like. Thames cruise tickets and walking tours are included in the ticket price, so you can enjoy sightseeing in London without making any arrangements.

Be careful of the stairs! A "tube" that is convenient for moving to the airport or in the city!

The most obvious and convenient way to get around in London is the tube called "tube". It also has direct access to Heathrow Airport, providing easy access to the city's famous spots.

The difficulty is sudden suspension. Especially on holidays, routes here and there may be closed. The London Underground is dangerous to think "Let's move on the stairs" because there is little luggage. The "tube" runs surprisingly deep underground, and there is a station that is deep enough to feel like an adventurer entering the dungeon due to its age.

In addition, the stations where multiple routes intersect are complicated, so it will take some time to travel. It may be faster to walk on the ground if there is about 1 station.

"Water bus" where you can enjoy the scenery different from usual

The "water bus" is also a transportation system that is often used as a foot for Londoners. From the front, you can view the open-air bridge and Tower Bridge (pictured) over the River Thames, and you can see the sights of London such as Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Tower of London from a different perspective.

Traveling from the city center to the Greenwich Observatory (about 1 hour) is a convenient route that is often used for sightseeing tours. Cruises with lunch and dinner are also good, but the power of seeing a large tanker up close is the same with citizen's foot "water bus". We also recommend the time of night illumination.

However, the movement on the water makes you feel comfortable and invites you to the dream world. If you're tired of traveling, be aware that you may set out in a sleeping country in no time.

British taxi "Black Cab" often seen in movies and TV

Buckingham Palace (pictured), where the Queen of England lives, is one of the must-visit spots along with the adjacent St. James Park. If you try to use the subway, it will be canceled and you will not be in time for the guard's replacement ceremony at 11:30 ... In case you need to visit the "Black Cab (Taxi)", it is also recommended.

The driver who passed the "Black Cab" test, which is said to be the most difficult taxi test in the world, is a professional who knows not only the level of driving skills but also London. The interior of the "Black Cab" is large, and its classical car body suits the streets of London well.

You can raise your hand to stop the running car, tell the destination and board if it is OK, or you can get on at the taxi stand.

Visit the sights of London with a ride like London! London transportation makes your trip fun

Britain is a stage where "Sherlock Holmes" and "Harry Potter" seen in books and movies are active. London's convenient transportation means that it has a British-like appearance and should enhance the enjoyment of sightseeing.

Britain is a country with a lot of immigrants, so if you travel by taking public transportation in London, you will be able to quickly adapt to the fact that you forget that you are a foreigner.