Getting Around London
Other ways to get around London
London offers a fantastic range of transport options beyond the Tube and bus network. Here are some other great ways to explore the city.
London Cable Car
- 90m above the Thames
- Up to 10 mins each way
- 5 mins' walk from The O2
Take a ride on the UK's only urban Cable Car and enjoy a truly unique experience, 90m above the Thames.
The London Cable Car crosses the River Thames between Greenwich Peninsula and Royal Docks, just five minutes' walk from The O2 and North Greenwich Underground station. Spanning just over 1 kilometre, it takes up to 10 minutes each way – and you'll enjoy spectacular views of the capital.
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River services
- 24 piers
- 7 days a week
- Barking Riverside to Putney
See London from the River Thames – there's a range of boats and services operating on the river.
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers stops at 24 piers between Barking Riverside Pier in the east and Putney Pier in the west, with services from early morning until late at night. Pass iconic landmarks including Westminster, the London Eye, Bankside, Embankment, London Bridge and Greenwich.
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Santander Cycles
- From £1.65 for 30 mins
- 12,000+ cycles & 500 e-bikes
- Around 800 docking stations
Hire a Santander Cycle and explore London at your own pace. E-bikes can be hired via the Santander Cycles app.
- Download and register from the App Store or Google Play
- Use the journey planner to plan your route and find docking stations
- Get release codes sent to your phone so you can hire your cycle more quickly
- Or go to your nearest docking station with your bank card – you can hire up to four bikes at the same time
Travelling on the Tube and buses too?
Order your ticket before you arrive and step straight into London.