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Tourist Navigation Guide for London

Historic Capital of Great Britain · London blends centuries of history with one of the world's busiest transit networks.

Navigate London with CityNav →
15Transit Lines
140Key Stations
81Accessible Stops
10Metro/Subway Lines

About Getting Around London

London blends centuries of history with one of the world's busiest transit networks. From the Tower of London to modern Canary Wharf, navigating by Tube puts every landmark within easy reach.

Top tourist tip: Use contactless payment or an Oyster card — it's always cheaper than buying a paper ticket at the machine.

Best pass for tourists: Oyster card or contactless bank card

Transit Lines in London

London has 15 public transit lines, including 10 metro/subway lines. CityNav supports all of them for offline and real-time navigation.

CentralVictoriaNorthernPiccadillyJubileeBakerlooDistrictMetropolitanCircleHammersmith & CityElizabethDLRLondon OvergroundSouthern RailThameslink

Key Stations in London

King's Cross St Pancras
6 lines · Accessible ♿
Oxford Circus
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Bank
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Waterloo
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Paddington
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Victoria
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Liverpool Street
5 lines · Accessible ♿
Baker Street
5 lines · Accessible ♿

+ 132 more stations supported in CityNav

Top Tourist Landmarks in London

Tower Bridge
Buckingham Palace
Big Ben
The British Museum
Use CityNav's AR walking navigation to get step-by-step directions to any of these landmarks from your current location.

Transit Authorities in London

Transport for London (TfL) Official site →
National Rail (NR) Official site →

Train, Bus & Metro Times in London

London has 15 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station — and when you're underground or off the grid, offline timetables keep you moving without any internet connection.

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Metro & Subway

10 lines — tap any station in CityNav for real-time arrivals

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Trains & Trams

5 lines — offline timetables included, no signal needed

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Buses

Bus routes across London — plan your journey before you board

Check live times in London →

Where to Visit in London

From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, London has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.

Tower Bridge

AR walking directions via CityNav

Buckingham Palace

AR walking directions via CityNav

Big Ben

AR walking directions via CityNav

The British Museum

AR walking directions via CityNav

💡 Open CityNav's AR camera mode to see walking arrows to any landmark from your exact position — works even without a data signal.

Navigate London with CityNav

Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring London.

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Arriving in London? Airport Guides

Landing soon? These guides compare every way to get from the airport into London — trains, buses and taxis with prices, times and luggage tips.

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Heathrow to Central LondonHeathrow to SohoHeathrow to King's CrossHeathrow to ShoreditchGatwick to Central LondonStansted to Central LondonLuton to Central LondonLondon City to Central LondonGatwick to Victoria

🛟 London Safety Centre

Emergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for London — all on one page that works offline in the CityNav app.

Open London Safety Centre →

✈️ Download before you fly

London's transit maps, timetables and Safety Centre work fully offline in CityNav. Download the app before you board and you can navigate from the moment you land — no roaming data, no airport Wi-Fi needed.

Download on the App Store → Get a 7-day Trip Pass — £3.99

Frequently Asked Questions — Getting Around London

Does the London Underground run 24 hours?

No — the Tube runs until around midnight on weekdays and 1am on Sundays. However, the Night Tube operates 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays on the Victoria, Jubilee, Central, Northern, and Piccadilly lines, making late-night travel possible without a taxi.

What is the cheapest way to pay on the London Tube?

Using a contactless bank card or Oyster card is always cheaper than buying a paper ticket at the machine. You also benefit from automatic daily and weekly fare caps — so no matter how many journeys you take, you never overpay.

How do I get from Heathrow Airport to central London by train?

Two options: the Piccadilly line (dark blue) runs from all Heathrow terminals to central London in about 50 minutes. The Elizabeth line (purple) is faster — around 40 minutes to Paddington and Tottenham Court Road — but stops at fewer central stations.

Do I need to touch out on London buses?

No — London buses charge a flat fare per journey regardless of distance. You only touch in when boarding; touching out is not required. Your Oyster or contactless card is charged automatically.

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