The stations are located throughout the city near many of the places you will want to go. If nothing else, the maps here can help you locate interesting sites in the various neighborhoods of London. The London subway, or 'tube' first opened in 1863 and is the oldest subway system in the world. Although increasingly prone to disruption and delays, the tube is still the fastest way to get around London. Each station has a timetable for the different lines running from that station.
Some stations are closed at weekends or during off-peak times.
Each of London's tube lines is identified by a name and a color on the map. At some stations, a number of lines operate from one platform. Always check the notice board for the train's destination. Traveling by bus is less expensive than the tube and offers better views of London. Bus rides often take longer than the tube and you may have to wait a while for a bus to arrive.